Updated 7/06/2023

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Te Kete Aronui/Rototuna Auaha version available here

What is 3D Printing?

FDM (Fused Deposition Modelling)�FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication)�SLS - Selective Laser Sintering�SLA - Stereo Lithography (“Resin”)

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Auaha FDM print charges:�Printing fee $2.50�Auaha-supplied filament $0.50/g

Price for printing is calculated prior to starting

3D printing main steps

1. Create or download a 3D shape (.stl)�thingiverse.com, tinkerCAD.com, Blender, FreeCAD…�
2. Prepare printer instructions (“Slice”)�Bambu Studio, FlashPrint, Cura, Orca, Lychee…�
3. Load the printer�Bambu Carbon X1, Flashforge Adventurer 4; filament…��*Library FreeCAD tutorial available here

3D printer safety

Check with staff before use

Auaha machine use only under staff supervision

Do not reach into the machine while it is operating

Check temperatures of the machine before touching the build plate or other components

Be careful when handling printed parts, �especially when removing support material!

Bambu Studio Practice

Textured PEI Plate

Textured PEI Plate

Printing checklist

Printer: correct printer & nozzle profile used? �E.g. Bambu Lab X1 Carbon 0.4 nozzle�E.g. Bambu Lab P1S 0.4 nozzle

Filament: correct filament selected? �E.g. Generic PLA

Build plate: �Textured PEI Plate

Slicer preview: �Any warning messages?�Are there unsupported areas?�Are all details of the model produced correctly?

All ok? You’re ready to print!

Textured PEI Plate

Select “Export plate sliced file” then click the button to save the file for printing

Loading the printer

Ask a staff member to assist with transferring the file and loading the file onto the printer.

All printers in the space are capable of wirelessly loading and overseeing printing.

Note: payment will be expected prior to printing.

Questions, comments?

Email auahamakerspace@hcc.govt.nz

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Further reading:

https://bambulab.com/en/filament-guide

https://help.prusa3d.com/materials

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Feedback form link

Setup for Bambu Studio

Bambu Studio setup instructions

These instructions relate to setting up for slicing and 3D printing within the Auaha Makerspace.

If using your own printer at home you may need a different configuration: contact us if you need help.

Initial welcome to Bambu studio: press “Get started”

Select “Asia Pacific” region, then “next”

Recommended to uncheck option to join program

Ensure that the “Bambu Lab X1 Carbon” & “0.4mm nozzle” are selected�Other options may be deselected if desired

Ensure the “Generic PLA” option is selected�Other options may be selected & deselected as necessary

Deselect the option to install the network plugin

Additional Bambu Studio settings

Options in the setup process can be adjusted, added to or changed after the initial setup has been completed, including:

• Adding additional printer descriptions, for slicing for other printer types
• Adding additional filament types for printing