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TAZ

2014-07-06T23:52:30Z

Imjohsep: Add link to Taz Slic3r Profiles page

[[File:Taz_first_print_2.jpg|right|frameless|460px]]

Sudoroom has a [https://www.lulzbot.com/products/lulzbot-taz-3-3d-printer TAZ3] 3D printer. We won it in the [https://www.lulzbot.com/ LulzBot] 2014 printer giveaway! It can print from an SD card, with many materials:

* PLA
* ABS
* Wood
* Nylon

We are still getting familiar with this machine, but very excited to hack on it!

[https://www.lulzbot.com/support/taz-slic3r-profiles Taz Slic3r Profiles]

Mesh/WalkThrough

2014-03-14T03:54:16Z

Imjohsep: /* Install TFTP */

The following walkthrough assumes you're using linux and you have [https://help.ubuntu.com/community/UsingTheTerminal knowledge of the terminal]. The basic idea of getting a node (router) on the mesh consists of flashing (copying files to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flash_memory flash memory]) an operating system to the node and installing additional drivers and packages. We use [https://openwrt.org/ OpenWRT] as the operating system on our embedded devices (routers), then connect to the node (via [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secure_Shell SSH]), install the related software and configure it. This operating system is meant to fit on a small amount (4MB) of flash memory.

To build an OpenWRT image from scratch, visit this How To: [[Mesh/Build An OpenWRT Image]]

= Build Environment =

The directions that follow assume you are runing a linux distro. Windows environments, see the instructions at the bottom of the page.

== Install TFTP ==
verify that you have TFTP installed
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install tftp

Mac Users will already have TFTP installed.

== Download the correct firmware ==
For the supported routers, please find the latest firmware here:
http://build.sudomesh.org/latest_image/

=Installing OpenWRT=

There are four methods of [http://wiki.openwrt.org/doc/howto/generic.flashing flashing a router].

Notes on choosing a router: [[Mesh/Choosing_A_Router]]

Tested and working on:
*Bullet M5
*Bullet 2 HP
*Picostation 2 HP

==Step One: Reset the router==
===PicoStation===
- Turn off the device
- Press the reset button
- Turn on the device
- Release the reset button ~10 seconds (but not longer) after turning the device on. You will know it's ready when the LEDs change.
- Ping 192.168.1.20. If it works, you're ready to upload an image,

===Bullet===
- Press and hold the reset button while plugging in the powered ethernet cable.
- Keep holding the reset button. Look at the LED above the power LED.
- It will go from one green light, to two, the start flashing orange and red
- Release the reset button when it turns on the second time.

The Bullet will now be running a TFTP server 192.168.1.20

==Step Two: Configure your IP address==
*Ensure that you have an IP address different from 192.168.1.20 and different from 192.168.1.1 in the 192.168.1.x range.
*You probably want to stop network-manager (not all distros use this, but Ubuntu does):
sudo /etc/init.d/network-manager stop
*On most linux machines (assuming your ethernet interface is eth0) setting your ip address looks like this:
sudo ifconfig eth0 192.168.1.12 netmask 255.255.255.0 up

==Step Three: Install OpenWRT on the router==

*Then do the following:
*: <code>$ tftp 192.168.1.20</code>
*: <code>$ binary</code>
*: <code>$ rexmt 1</code>
*: <code>$ timeout 60</code>
*: <code>$ trace</code>
*: <code>$ tftp> put <FIRMWARE>.bin</code>

The <FIRMWARE>.bin is the name of the firmware file you want to flash.

We are hosting custom firmwares for the supported routers [http://build.sudomesh.org/latest_image/ here] make sure you download the correct firmware for your model of router.

You will see a bunch of lines like this:

sent DATA <block=13468, 512 bytes>
received ACK <block=13468>

Once those lines stop coming, the router will take somewhere between 1 and 7 minutes to stop flashing its lights at you. DO NOT unplug or turn off the router until it presents two adjacent green LEDs and has done so for 10+ seconds. On the older routers the upgrade can take much longer than on the newer routers so be patient.

If you have a PicoStation running AirOS, you can use the following shell script to reflash it without needing to press the reset button:
#!/bin/sh -e
FIRMWARE=openwrt-atheros-ubnt2-pico2-squashfs.bin
#FIRMWARE='PicoStation2HP-v3.2.build3734.bin'
curl http://ubnt:ubnt@192.168.1.20/upgrade.cgi
curl -F fwfile=@"$FIRMWARE" http://ubnt:ubnt@192.168.1.20/upgrade.cgi
curl -F 'nil=nil' http://ubnt:ubnt@192.168.1.20/fwflash.cgi
echo "FLASHING IN PROGRESS - It will be complete when the system displays two solid green lights for ten seconds."

Note, that if you're flashing AirOS instead, at least the Bullet M5 series will remember setting between firmware upgrades and others may do so too. To reset username / password / ip address and other settings to factory default, first let the router boot, then press and hold the reset button until more lights come on and release. Wait for the factory reset to complete (a minute or two) and try to access 192.168.1.1 in a browser (ensure that your own IP is in the 192.168.1.x range). Note: This procedure seems to have no effect on the Bullet 2 HP, but works on the Bullet M5. It could be that the Bullet 2 HP does not persist settings across firmware upgrades, and so doesn't have the factory reset procedure. When flashing AirOS on the PicoStation, only one green light will be on when the flash is complete.

==Windows Instructions==

from the directory where you stored the .bin file:

>tftp -i 192.168.1.20 PUT openwrt-atheros-ubnt2-squashfs.bin

Downloads within a minute, wait about 5 minutes to finish installing...

=Installing BATMAN=

For Bullet, first run the following commands to free up space:
ssh root@192.168.1.1
opkg remove --force-removal-of-dependent-packages remove luci*
exit

== Online ==

Use these instructions if your router is connected to the internet:

ssh root@192.168.1.1
opkg update
opkg install kmod-batman-adv

== Manually / Offline ==

If your router does not have internet connectivity when installing, then use these instructions.

Download these packages from:

http://downloads.openwrt.org/<openwrt_version_name>/<openwrt_version_number>/<chipset_name>/<type>/packages

As of 7/31/13, download this: http://downloads.openwrt.org/attitude_adjustment/12.09/atheros/generic/packages/kmod-batman-adv_3.3.8%2b2012.3.0-3_atheros.ipk

and this: http://downloads.openwrt.org/attitude_adjustment/12.09/atheros/generic/packages/kmod-lib-crc16_3.3.8-1_atheros.ipk

Go to http://downloads.openwrt.org and browse to the correct directory. If there are multiple types, you probably want the 'generic' one, but check with the OpenWRT wiki page for your device to make sure.

These are the required packages:

kmod-batman-adv_<version>_<chipset>.ipk
kmod-lib-crc16_<version>_<chipset>.ipk

Use scp to copy them to the router:

scp kmod-*.ipk root@192.168.1.1:

Then ssh into the router and install them:

ssh root@192.168.1.1
opkg install kmod-*.ipk

=Configuring BATMAN=
These notes are valid for OpenWrt 12.09 (Attitude Adjustment), which uses BATMAN 2012.4.0. In newer versions, the version of BATMAN used is 2013.0.0 and the syntax for configuring BATMAN differs slightly. See [http://www.open-mesh.org/projects/batman-adv/wiki/Batman-adv-openwrt-config this page on open-mesh.org] for more info.

==Step One: Wireless Configuration ==

In /etc/config/wireless:

<pre>
config wifi-device 'radio0'
option type 'mac80211'
option hwmode '11g'
option channel '3' # You may want another channel
option disabled '0'
option phy 'phy0'

# the interface where non-mesh nodes connect
config wifi-iface
option device 'radio0'
option ifname 'ap0'
option encryption 'none'
option network 'lan'
option mode 'ap'
option ssid 'sudomesh' # You should change the ssid to be unique for dev purposes

# the mesh interface
config wifi-iface
option device 'radio0'
option ifname 'adhoc0'
option encryption 'none'
option network 'mesh'
option mode 'adhoc'
option bssid 'CA:FE:C0:DE:F0:0D' # You should change this to be unique for development purposes, but for meshing this should be the same for all routers on the mesh
option ssid 'sudomesh-backchannel' # You should change the ssid to be unique for development purposes, but for meshing this should be the same for all routers on the mesh
</pre>

==Step Two: Network Configuration ==

In /etc/config/network:

<pre>
config interface 'loopback'
option ifname 'lo'
option proto 'static'
option ipaddr '127.0.0.1'
option netmask '255.0.0.0'

# set up ethernet bridging between eth0 and bat0
# this means that packets can move between the ethernet port
# and the wifi mesh
config interface 'lan'
option type 'bridge'
option proto 'static'
option ipaddr '10.42.10.11' # this should be a unique IP
option netmask '255.255.0.0'
option dns '208.67.222.222'
option gateway '192.168.1.1' # an internet gateway, not sure how to deal with multiple gateways yet
option ifname 'eth0 bat0'

# the mesh interface
config interface 'mesh'
option ifname 'adhoc0'
option proto 'none'
option mtu '1528'
</pre>

==Step Three: BATMAN Configuration ==

In /etc/config/batman-adv:

<pre>
config mesh 'bat0'
option interfaces 'adhoc0' # the interface for which to enable batman0
option 'aggregated_ogms' # no idea what this means
option 'ap_isolation' # no idea what this means
</pre>

==Step Four: System Configuration ==

In /etc/config/system you can set hostname and timezone. This is not strictly necessary for BATMAN to work, but it should be set correctly. The below timezone is correct for the Pacific U.S. timezone (PST). The naming convention for hostnames is: <router-model-name>-<some-unique-name-you-choose>

<pre>
config system
option hostname tl-wr703n-foo
option timezone PST8PDT,M3.2.0,M11.1.0
</pre>

You may also have to turn off dnsmasq. (someone else can chime in if this contradicts their working knowledge)

<pre>
/etc/init.d/dnsmasq disable
</pre>

==Step Five: Testing ==

You should see the 'sudomesh' and 'sudomesh-backchannel' wifi interfaces when running `sudo iwlist wlan0 scan`

Type A Machine

2014-03-05T04:22:21Z

Imjohsep: /* Status */

[[File:3dprinterfisheye02.jpg|thumb]]
''This is about a particular printer. There's a separate page about [[3D_Modeling|creating or acquiring 3D models]].''

SudoRoom has a [http://typeamachines.com/ Type A Machine], currently our only 3D printer. It was generously donated by Jae Kwon in fall 2012.

Tuesdays 5-9 is our hack night dedicated to 3D Printing. Stop by and learn, create, play!

We're working on using this machine to print a [[RepRap]].

==Status==

The printer is currently working! (March 4th, 2014)

Notes about the bed:
* Our acrylic bed was warped by sunlight, so we clamped a glass bed on top of it.
* The glass is flat, so you can print big things again.
* You still need to adjust the corner screws to keep things level. Make sure they are tight or they wiggle and fall off.
* The nozzle should be just a millimeter or so above the bed. '''Tip:''' wiggle a piece of paper under it - heavy friction means a little too close.
* We need more ScotchBlue #2093EL tape.

[[File:ExtruderWiring.jpg|thumb|Wiring configuration for Series 1 Typa 3d Printer; Orange to Green; Purple to Clear; Red/Black to Red/Black]]

==Extruder Hot End==

Our extruder is has a 12v cartridge heater and .35mm nozzle. This is standard for extruding a 1.75mm PLA filament.
Type A is routinely out of stock, but replacement kits can be found here: http://www.makergear.com/products/extruders

==Attached Computer==

The printer can attach to any computer by USB, but usually it's attached to a Linux machine called "sudodesk." It runs Linux Mint which does not have much helpful software in its repos, so the desktop user "sudoer" has these installed locally:
* [http://slic3r.org/ slic3r] (turns STL files into gcode)
* kisslicer (alternative to slic3r)
* [https://github.com/kliment/Printrun pronterface] (operates the printer, which accepts gcode)
We can also give you your own user! Contact yar or jerkey.

== Musicality ==

One of the first things newcomers notice is the beautiful sound created by a 3D printer. I think it's especially nice when printing curved lines, when the X and Y axes sing in harmonic, contrapuntal motion. When printing perfect circles, it's as if the celestial spheres are whispering mathematical truths into your ears.

== External Links ==

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rctPgALRUGU musical wiggly vase video]

Documentation:
* Outdated [[Type_A_Comic|comic strip instructions]]
* [https://github.com/sudoroom/3DPrinting our own github documentation]
* [https://noisebridge.net/wiki/3DPrintBeginners Noisebridge's 3D-printing documentation]
* [http://typeamachines.com/ Manufacturer's website]
** [http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0223/2361/files/Series12013StandardUserManualV1_6.pdf?6262 User Manual]
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us Type A Machines Support Page] has lots of info on how to use and repair the printer.
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us/articles/200213410-Replacing-the-Blue-Tape-on-the-Build-Surface Replacing the blue tape build surface]
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us/articles/200022919-Cleaning-out-a-Filament-Jam Cleaning out a filament jam]
** [http://forum.typeamachines.com/index.php Online Forum]
* At least one Sudoer works for the manufacturer - his business card is tacked to the cork board above the printer.

== Gallery of Creations ==

<gallery widths="140px" heights="140px">
File:Double-union-fridge.jpg | Fridge magnets
File:Raspberrypi3dprint.jpg | RaspBerry Pi print-out
File:3dprintng.jpg | Creation
File:Type_A_cat.jpg | Cat, gears, etc
File:SudoRoom_fridge_magnets.jpg | Fridge magnets
File:Love_Magnet.jpg | Love magnet
File:Cartoon_Jam_Print_Out.jpg | cartoon in progress
File:Print_prying.jpg | prying a print off the bed
File:Cartoon_face.jpg | Cartoon face
File:Model_airplane.jpg | Model airplane from thingiverse
File:Sudoroom_prints_toruses.jpg | interlocking tori (in progress)
File:Toruses.jpg | interlocking tori
File:3dprintcollection.jpeg | things made at a [[Today_I_Learned|TIL]] [[Just_enough_sketchup_to_pretend_you_can_3d_model_II_%26_Just_enough_slic3r_to_pretend_you_can_extrude_I|about Sketchup]]
File:3d_1.jpg | coffee mug holder
File:3d_2.jpg | lamp fixture
File:3d_3.jpg | earring
File:3d_4.jpg | blocky thing
3D_Printed_Cigar_Rocket.jpg | [[3D_Printed_Aerodynamic_Parts|2-part rocket]]
File:SudoRoom3DPrintOut_Vicky.jpg | gears (some of these open our door now)
File:SudoRoomBracelet.jpg | bracelet
</gallery>

[[Category:3DPrinting]]

File:ExtruderWiring.jpg

2014-02-26T03:58:23Z

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Type A Machine

2014-02-26T03:52:42Z

Imjohsep:

[[File:3dprinterfisheye02.jpg|thumb]]
''This is about a particular printer. There's a separate page about [[3D_Modeling|creating or acquiring 3D models]].''

SudoRoom has a [http://typeamachines.com/ Type A Machine], currently our only 3D printer. It was generously donated by Jae Kwon in fall 2012.

Tuesdays 5-9 is our hack night dedicated to 3D Printing. Stop by and learn, create, play!

We're working on using this machine to print a [[RepRap]].

==Status==

The printer is currently not working. (February 25th, 2014)

Notes about the bed:
* Our acrylic bed was warped by sunlight, so we clamped a glass bed on top of it.
* The glass is flat, so you can print big things again.
* You still need to adjust the corner screws to keep things level. Make sure they are tight or they wiggle and fall off.
* The nozzle should be just a millimeter or so above the bed. '''Tip:''' wiggle a piece of paper under it - heavy friction means a little too close.
* We need more ScotchBlue #2093EL tape.

[[File:ExtruderWiring.jpg|thumb|Wiring configuration for Series 1 Typa 3d Printer; Orange to Green; Purple to Clear; Red/Black to Red/Black]]

==Extruder Hot End==

Our extruder is has a 12v cartridge heater and .35mm nozzle. This is standard for extruding a 1.75mm PLA filament.
Type A is routinely out of stock, but replacement kits can be found here: http://www.makergear.com/products/extruders

==Attached Computer==

The printer can attach to any computer by USB, but usually it's attached to a Linux machine called "sudodesk." It runs Linux Mint which does not have much helpful software in its repos, so the desktop user "sudoer" has these installed locally:
* [http://slic3r.org/ slic3r] (turns STL files into gcode)
* kisslicer (alternative to slic3r)
* [https://github.com/kliment/Printrun pronterface] (operates the printer, which accepts gcode)
We can also give you your own user! Contact yar or jerkey.

== Musicality ==

One of the first things newcomers notice is the beautiful sound created by a 3D printer. I think it's especially nice when printing curved lines, when the X and Y axes sing in harmonic, contrapuntal motion. When printing perfect circles, it's as if the celestial spheres are whispering mathematical truths into your ears.

== External Links ==

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rctPgALRUGU musical wiggly vase video]

Documentation:
* Outdated [[Type_A_Comic|comic strip instructions]]
* [https://github.com/sudoroom/3DPrinting our own github documentation]
* [https://noisebridge.net/wiki/3DPrintBeginners Noisebridge's 3D-printing documentation]
* [http://typeamachines.com/ Manufacturer's website]
** [http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0223/2361/files/Series12013StandardUserManualV1_6.pdf?6262 User Manual]
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us Type A Machines Support Page] has lots of info on how to use and repair the printer.
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us/articles/200213410-Replacing-the-Blue-Tape-on-the-Build-Surface Replacing the blue tape build surface]
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us/articles/200022919-Cleaning-out-a-Filament-Jam Cleaning out a filament jam]
** [http://forum.typeamachines.com/index.php Online Forum]
* At least one Sudoer works for the manufacturer - his business card is tacked to the cork board above the printer.

== Gallery of Creations ==

<gallery widths="140px" heights="140px">
File:Double-union-fridge.jpg | Fridge magnets
File:Raspberrypi3dprint.jpg | RaspBerry Pi print-out
File:3dprintng.jpg | Creation
File:Type_A_cat.jpg | Cat, gears, etc
File:SudoRoom_fridge_magnets.jpg | Fridge magnets
File:Love_Magnet.jpg | Love magnet
File:Cartoon_Jam_Print_Out.jpg | cartoon in progress
File:Print_prying.jpg | prying a print off the bed
File:Cartoon_face.jpg | Cartoon face
File:Model_airplane.jpg | Model airplane from thingiverse
File:Sudoroom_prints_toruses.jpg | interlocking tori (in progress)
File:Toruses.jpg | interlocking tori
File:3dprintcollection.jpeg | things made at a [[Today_I_Learned|TIL]] [[Just_enough_sketchup_to_pretend_you_can_3d_model_II_%26_Just_enough_slic3r_to_pretend_you_can_extrude_I|about Sketchup]]
File:3d_1.jpg | coffee mug holder
File:3d_2.jpg | lamp fixture
File:3d_3.jpg | earring
File:3d_4.jpg | blocky thing
3D_Printed_Cigar_Rocket.jpg | [[3D_Printed_Aerodynamic_Parts|2-part rocket]]
File:SudoRoom3DPrintOut_Vicky.jpg | gears (some of these open our door now)
File:SudoRoomBracelet.jpg | bracelet
</gallery>

[[Category:3DPrinting]]

Type A Machine

2014-02-26T03:49:34Z

Imjohsep:

[[File:3dprinterfisheye02.jpg|thumb]]
''This is about a particular printer. There's a separate page about [[3D_Modeling|creating or acquiring 3D models]].''

SudoRoom has a [http://typeamachines.com/ Type A Machine], currently our only 3D printer. It was generously donated by Jae Kwon in fall 2012.

Tuesdays 5-9 is our hack night dedicated to 3D Printing. Stop by and learn, create, play!

We're working on using this machine to print a [[RepRap]].

==Status==

The printer is currently not working. (February 25th, 2014)

Notes about the bed:
* Our acrylic bed was warped by sunlight, so we clamped a glass bed on top of it.
* The glass is flat, so you can print big things again.
* You still need to adjust the corner screws to keep things level. Make sure they are tight or they wiggle and fall off.
* The nozzle should be just a millimeter or so above the bed. '''Tip:''' wiggle a piece of paper under it - heavy friction means a little too close.
* We need more ScotchBlue #2093EL tape.

==Extruder Hot End==

Our extruder is has a 12v cartridge heater and .35mm nozzle. This is standard for extruding a 1.75mm PLA filament.
Type A is routinely out of stock, but replacement kits can be found here: http://www.makergear.com/products/extruders

[[File:ExtruderWiring.jpg|thumb|Wiring configuration for Series 1 Typa 3d Printer: Orange to Green; Purple to Clear; Red/Black to Red/Black]]

==Attached Computer==

The printer can attach to any computer by USB, but usually it's attached to a Linux machine called "sudodesk." It runs Linux Mint which does not have much helpful software in its repos, so the desktop user "sudoer" has these installed locally:
* [http://slic3r.org/ slic3r] (turns STL files into gcode)
* kisslicer (alternative to slic3r)
* [https://github.com/kliment/Printrun pronterface] (operates the printer, which accepts gcode)
We can also give you your own user! Contact yar or jerkey.

== Musicality ==

One of the first things newcomers notice is the beautiful sound created by a 3D printer. I think it's especially nice when printing curved lines, when the X and Y axes sing in harmonic, contrapuntal motion. When printing perfect circles, it's as if the celestial spheres are whispering mathematical truths into your ears.

== External Links ==

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rctPgALRUGU musical wiggly vase video]

Documentation:
* Outdated [[Type_A_Comic|comic strip instructions]]
* [https://github.com/sudoroom/3DPrinting our own github documentation]
* [https://noisebridge.net/wiki/3DPrintBeginners Noisebridge's 3D-printing documentation]
* [http://typeamachines.com/ Manufacturer's website]
** [http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0223/2361/files/Series12013StandardUserManualV1_6.pdf?6262 User Manual]
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us Type A Machines Support Page] has lots of info on how to use and repair the printer.
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us/articles/200213410-Replacing-the-Blue-Tape-on-the-Build-Surface Replacing the blue tape build surface]
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us/articles/200022919-Cleaning-out-a-Filament-Jam Cleaning out a filament jam]
** [http://forum.typeamachines.com/index.php Online Forum]
* At least one Sudoer works for the manufacturer - his business card is tacked to the cork board above the printer.

== Gallery of Creations ==

<gallery widths="140px" heights="140px">
File:Double-union-fridge.jpg | Fridge magnets
File:Raspberrypi3dprint.jpg | RaspBerry Pi print-out
File:3dprintng.jpg | Creation
File:Type_A_cat.jpg | Cat, gears, etc
File:SudoRoom_fridge_magnets.jpg | Fridge magnets
File:Love_Magnet.jpg | Love magnet
File:Cartoon_Jam_Print_Out.jpg | cartoon in progress
File:Print_prying.jpg | prying a print off the bed
File:Cartoon_face.jpg | Cartoon face
File:Model_airplane.jpg | Model airplane from thingiverse
File:Sudoroom_prints_toruses.jpg | interlocking tori (in progress)
File:Toruses.jpg | interlocking tori
File:3dprintcollection.jpeg | things made at a [[Today_I_Learned|TIL]] [[Just_enough_sketchup_to_pretend_you_can_3d_model_II_%26_Just_enough_slic3r_to_pretend_you_can_extrude_I|about Sketchup]]
File:3d_1.jpg | coffee mug holder
File:3d_2.jpg | lamp fixture
File:3d_3.jpg | earring
File:3d_4.jpg | blocky thing
3D_Printed_Cigar_Rocket.jpg | [[3D_Printed_Aerodynamic_Parts|2-part rocket]]
File:SudoRoom3DPrintOut_Vicky.jpg | gears (some of these open our door now)
File:SudoRoomBracelet.jpg | bracelet
</gallery>

[[Category:3DPrinting]]

File:ExtruderWiring.jpg

2014-02-26T03:48:25Z

Imjohsep: User created page with UploadWizard

Type A Machine

2014-02-26T03:34:26Z

Imjohsep: /* Status */

[[File:3dprinterfisheye02.jpg|thumb]]
''This is about a particular printer. There's a separate page about [[3D_Modeling|creating or acquiring 3D models]].''

SudoRoom has a [http://typeamachines.com/ Type A Machine], currently our only 3D printer. It was generously donated by Jae Kwon in fall 2012.

Tuesdays 5-9 is our hack night dedicated to 3D Printing. Stop by and learn, create, play!

We're working on using this machine to print a [[RepRap]].

==Status==

The printer is currently not working. (February 25th, 2014)

Notes about the bed:
* Our acrylic bed was warped by sunlight, so we clamped a glass bed on top of it.
* The glass is flat, so you can print big things again.
* You still need to adjust the corner screws to keep things level. Make sure they are tight or they wiggle and fall off.
* The nozzle should be just a millimeter or so above the bed. '''Tip:''' wiggle a piece of paper under it - heavy friction means a little too close.
* We need more ScotchBlue #2093EL tape.

==Attached Computer==

The printer can attach to any computer by USB, but usually it's attached to a Linux machine called "sudodesk." It runs Linux Mint which does not have much helpful software in its repos, so the desktop user "sudoer" has these installed locally:
* [http://slic3r.org/ slic3r] (turns STL files into gcode)
* kisslicer (alternative to slic3r)
* [https://github.com/kliment/Printrun pronterface] (operates the printer, which accepts gcode)
We can also give you your own user! Contact yar or jerkey.

== Musicality ==

One of the first things newcomers notice is the beautiful sound created by a 3D printer. I think it's especially nice when printing curved lines, when the X and Y axes sing in harmonic, contrapuntal motion. When printing perfect circles, it's as if the celestial spheres are whispering mathematical truths into your ears.

== External Links ==

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rctPgALRUGU musical wiggly vase video]

Documentation:
* Outdated [[Type_A_Comic|comic strip instructions]]
* [https://github.com/sudoroom/3DPrinting our own github documentation]
* [https://noisebridge.net/wiki/3DPrintBeginners Noisebridge's 3D-printing documentation]
* [http://typeamachines.com/ Manufacturer's website]
** [http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0223/2361/files/Series12013StandardUserManualV1_6.pdf?6262 User Manual]
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us Type A Machines Support Page] has lots of info on how to use and repair the printer.
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us/articles/200213410-Replacing-the-Blue-Tape-on-the-Build-Surface Replacing the blue tape build surface]
** [http://support.typeamachines.com/hc/en-us/articles/200022919-Cleaning-out-a-Filament-Jam Cleaning out a filament jam]
** [http://forum.typeamachines.com/index.php Online Forum]
* At least one Sudoer works for the manufacturer - his business card is tacked to the cork board above the printer.

== Gallery of Creations ==

<gallery widths="140px" heights="140px">
File:Double-union-fridge.jpg | Fridge magnets
File:Raspberrypi3dprint.jpg | RaspBerry Pi print-out
File:3dprintng.jpg | Creation
File:Type_A_cat.jpg | Cat, gears, etc
File:SudoRoom_fridge_magnets.jpg | Fridge magnets
File:Love_Magnet.jpg | Love magnet
File:Cartoon_Jam_Print_Out.jpg | cartoon in progress
File:Print_prying.jpg | prying a print off the bed
File:Cartoon_face.jpg | Cartoon face
File:Model_airplane.jpg | Model airplane from thingiverse
File:Sudoroom_prints_toruses.jpg | interlocking tori (in progress)
File:Toruses.jpg | interlocking tori
File:3dprintcollection.jpeg | things made at a [[Today_I_Learned|TIL]] [[Just_enough_sketchup_to_pretend_you_can_3d_model_II_%26_Just_enough_slic3r_to_pretend_you_can_extrude_I|about Sketchup]]
File:3d_1.jpg | coffee mug holder
File:3d_2.jpg | lamp fixture
File:3d_3.jpg | earring
File:3d_4.jpg | blocky thing
3D_Printed_Cigar_Rocket.jpg | [[3D_Printed_Aerodynamic_Parts|2-part rocket]]
File:SudoRoom3DPrintOut_Vicky.jpg | gears (some of these open our door now)
File:SudoRoomBracelet.jpg | bracelet
</gallery>

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