A closer look at 3D printing: Employee Printing Training
Hello everyone! Today, we conducted a training on 3D printing for all employees, aiming to give everyone a more comprehensive understanding of this technology. In this training, we dive into many key issues, so let’s take a look back at this enlightening learning journey.
What is slicing software?
At the beginning of the training, we first introduced the concept of slicing software. The working principle of the printer is to build up layers upon layers. Then the function of slicing software is to divide a complete three-dimensional model into many layers. It can convert the digital 3D model into a printing code that can be recognized by the 3D printer, allowing the 3D printer to start executing printing commands.
What are the current mainstream slicing software?
Common general slicing software now includes Ultimaker Cura/Simplify 3D/Prusa Slicer, etc. Different software has its own advantages and applicable scenarios. You can choose the most suitable software according to your actual needs.
- Ultimaker Cura is the most widely used open source slicing software on the market. It is a Chinese 3D printing slicing software that is suitable for most desktop 3D printers and is more suitable for beginners.
- Simplify 3D is a professional 3D printing slicing software. Compared with Cura, it has more functions and a better slicing experience. It supports multiple external 3D printers and a variety of materials. If you need research slice printing, Simplify3D is definitely your best choice.
- Prusa Slicer is slicing software developed by Prusa Research to provide optimized configurations for its 3D printers. However, it also supports other 3D printers and a variety of materials.
Today we are using the following three printers for employee training：
Bambu lab X1 Carbon 0.4 nozzle
Bambu lab P1S 0.4 nozzle
Creality Print K1 MAX 0.4 nozzle
How to operate?
Operating procedures:
- Select printer type
- Select the base plate type (base plate size: 250*250mm)
- Choose filament
- Adjust printing parameters (layer height, fill, speed, support, skirt, etc.)
- Adjust model direction and size
- Select a color (up to 4 colors can be selected)
- Fill color
- Set supports (regular supports, tree supports)
- Choose skirt and other
- After adjusting the model parameters and size, connect the printer
- Start printing
Understand each component in the printer and its professional vocabulary.
We introduced each component of the 3D printer one by one, including the base plate, nozzle, print head, screw rod, guide rail, motherboard, driver, terminal, etc. Understanding the functions and professional terms of these components can help employees better understand and master the structure of the printer and improve their troubleshooting capabilities.
Try to print a model yourself and sum up your experience.
In order to consolidate the training content, we encourage each employee to try printing a model and sum up their experience in practice. Through this process, employees will gain a deeper understanding of the practical applications and challenges of 3D printing.
Here are the models printed by three of our employees:
Julie
Oasis
Lico
This training not only gave employees a deeper knowledge of 3D printing, but also laid the foundation for them to apply this technology more flexibly in their future work.
Let us welcome the unknown together, break limitations, and explore a broader world of 3D printing!
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Jackie Wang
Hello friends, I am the author of this article.
I have been engaged in the 3D printing industry for more than ten years, and I am honored to share some of my own experience here. If you have any questions, please leave a message!