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Line 48: − + − − On the menu bar, click on "Machine" and make sure you're set for the MakerBot Replicator Dual Extruder. − + − #Select the Replicator slicing defaults for your first print and make sure you select the correct extruder and support setting (see note below)+ − + − + − + + − ====Choosing the right gcode settings==== − //TODO − ===== About Support ===== − //TODO
→Slice Your Model: updated for MakerWare, which is actually pretty decent these days
You'll need to turn your 3D model into toolpaths that the printer understands. This involves "slicing" your model into a bunch of layers. To do this, we'll need some software.
You'll need to turn your 3D model into toolpaths that the printer understands. This involves "slicing" your model into a bunch of layers. To do this, we'll need some software.
For the Replicator, it's best to stick with [http://replicat.org ReplicatorG]. There are plenty of other options which you can try if you're adventurous.
For the Replicator, it's best to stick with [http://replicat.org MakerWare]. There are plenty of other options which you can try if you're adventurous, but MakerWare has been developed by MakerBot to provide the easiest possible experience.
#Drag and drop your STL into the model environment
#Drag and drop your STL into the model environment
#Use the "Move", "Rotate", and "Scale" functions to alter your model as needed (remember to click "View" before trying to rotate the view again)
#Use the "Move", "Rotate", and "Scale" functions to alter your model as needed (remember to click "View" before trying to rotate the view again)
#Click "Generate GCode" (if you've altered your STL you'll be prompted to save it)
#Click on your model, and select your extruder under the "Object" menu on the bottom left (make sure to use the right extruder while the left one isn't working)
#Click "Make"
#Click "Generate GCode" and wait from 5 to 500 minutes for the Skeinforge to do its thing
#Select "Export to a File", and export for "The Replicator (Dual)"
#Once the gcode is done, you can estimate the time your part will take to print from the "Gcode" menu
#The 3 default profiles (low, standard, high) are a good place to start (but keep in mind that the "high" setting will take much longer to slice)
#Last step! You'll need to build your gcode to a .S3G file which you'll be putting on an SD card (make sure the name isn't too long or the Replicator won't read it)
#Make sure "Raft" is selected
#If your model has significant bridges or overhang, make sure "Supports" is also selected
===Loading a file in the printer===
===Loading a file in the printer===