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=3D printer=
[[File:Spool Chaos.jpg|right|frameless|460px]]
''This is about a particular printer. There's a separate page about [[3D_Modeling|creating or acquiring 3D models]].''
== Current Status ==


Made by http://typeamachines.com/ in San Francisco
''It's under the 3D printing desk in questionable condition. It has served us well!''


Anyone can use it, just come by and get a quick tutorial. There are a few instruction notes on the printer's table.
== Overview ==
SudoRoom has a [http://typeamachines.com/ Type A Machine]. It was generously donated by Jae Kwon in fall 2012.


==Getting Started==
Tuesdays 5-9 is our hack night dedicated to 3D Printing. Stop by and learn, create, play!
===3D Models===
Any '''.stl''' file can be printed out by the printer. A good place to find '''.stl''' files is [http://thingiverse.com/].


If you haven't done 3D modeling before then give something easy a try like [http://tinkercad.com] (in Google Chrome) or Google sketchup (installed on computer adjacent to printer). Sketchup can now directly import '''.stl''' files thanks to [http://sketchuptips.blogspot.com/2010/03/sketchup-stl-importer-redo.html this plugin]. Also consider [http://blender.org Blender] (installed on computer adjacent to printer) for modeling, although it is primarily a software for animation it apparently is good for regular modeling as well.
See our [[Print_Gallery|gallery of creations]]!


===Using the printer===
We're working on using this machine to print a [[RepRap]].
''This is a transcription of the note in front of the printer:''


# Make sure the blue tape is flat and covers the glass base (formerly acrylic).
==Status==
# Prepare an '''.stl''' file (see [[O:5#3D Models]] above).
[[File:ExtruderWiring.jpg|thumb|Wiring configuration for Series 1 Typa 3d Printer; Orange to Green; Purple to Clear; Red/Black to Red/Black]]
# Open the program '''Repetier''' (on the Desktop).
 
# Turn machine on (switch on back, right-hand-side).
The printer is currently working! (March 4th, 2014)
# Connect by clicking at the top left "connect" ([http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_symbol power symbol]) in Repetier.
 
# Add objects to the field by selecting "Add Object" on the lower right-hand-side of Repetier.
Notes about the bed:
# Select the Slic3r tab on the right-hand tabbed menu, then select "Slice with Slic3r".
* Our acrylic bed was warped by sunlight, so we clamped a glass bed on top of it.
# When slicing is done, hit "run" ([https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Play_symbol play symbol]).
* The glass is flat, so you can print big things again.
# When your object(s) is(are) done printing, turn off the printer and put the computer to sleep (or standby).
* 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
 
==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.
 
If using Printrun/Pronerface/Pronsole the baudrate is 230400.
 
== 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.
 
3D printers also play dubstep.
 
== External Links ==
 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rctPgALRUGU musical wiggly vase video]
 
Documentation:
* Outdated [[Print_Gallery#Illustrations|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.
 
[[Category:3DPrinting]]
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