3D Printing
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Modeling with CAD
Computer-aided design (CAD) is used to create 3D models.
Solid parts of the created models are stored in STL files.
- FreeCAD
- https://www.freecad.org/
Example: Case for Raspberry Pi 5
- Raspberry Pi Datasheets
- https://datasheets.raspberrypi.com/
Slicing
A slicer segments solid parts into a stack of flat layers.
Layer by layer, the slicer generates G-code to control the 3D printer.
- UltiMaker Cura
- https://ultimaker.com/software/ultimaker-cura/
Printing with G-code
Included Settings
3D printers usually come with examples that can be printed.
The G-code files include settings for good quality prints on the actual printer.
Rabbit.gcode-
;FLAVOR:Marlin ;... ;Generated with Creality Slicer 4.8.2-256 M140 S60 ;... M104 S205 ;... G1 F1800 E-0.8 ;... ;LAYER:3 M106 S255 ;...
| Build Plate Temperature: | 60 °C |
| Printing Temperature: | 205 °C |
| Retraction Rate: | 1800 mm/min = 30 mm/s |
| Retraction Distance: | 0.8 mm |
| Fan Speed: | 100 % |
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