[[Equipment|Equipment]] / 3D Printer

= Summary =
[[File:Up_3d_printer.jpg|thumb|left]]

This is our 3D printer. The 3-D printer is an UP! (a slightly older version of [http://www.coolcomponents.co.uk/catalog/plus-personal-portable-printer-p-644.html the device currently available]).

We have a dedicated PC running win7 and UP! software. It can import STL design files from Google sketchup.

= Using the 3D Printer =

The 3D printer is an excellent tool for either making small parts, or rapid prototyping. At the same time it is an expensive tool with a (small) risk of injury and fire, so is very important you know how to use it to avoid damaging yourself and the machine.

== Owners ==

The Owners are those nominally in charge of the equipment, organising its maintenance, training others to use it, and generally being a point of contact.

The current Owners of the 3D printer are:

* [[User:SimonS|Simon Stirley]]
* [[User:Nickcadsoftuk|Nick Johnson]]

If you have any questions, problems or concerns around the 3D printer, these are the people to contact.

== Training ==

<div style="background:#FADADD; border:1px solid #FFC0CB; padding:5px">
<b>YOU CAN ONLY USE THE 3D PRINTER IF YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED</b><br>
and have been added to the [[Equipment/3D Printer/Training#Trained_Users|Trained Users]] list by one of the Owners
</div>

To get trained on the 3D Printer and be added to the qualified user list, you will need to arrange for a training session with one of the 3D Printer Owners.

If you'd like to arrange training, please see:
* [[Equipment/3D Printer/Training|3D Printer Training]]

== Health and Safety ==

The 3D printer is a potentially dangerous piece of equipment which must only be operated by members who have received appropriate training and who take due care. The top things to always remember when using the 3D printer are:

* '''ONLY USE THE 3D PRINTER IF YOU HAVE READ RELEVANT SAFETY NOTES'''
* '''ONLY USE THE 3D PRINTER IF YOU HAVE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS'''
* '''NEVER LEAVE THE PRINTER RUNNING UNATTENDED'''

As a responsible user, you should be very aware of the following risks and how to deal with them:

'''HEAD CRASH''' - incorrect calibration could cause the nozzle to hit the platen at job start
* Calibration must be carefully checked on each startup

'''TRAPPING''' - The head and bed of the machine are moved by programs in the machines memory.
* Be careful when near the machine, it will possibly move even if the PC is off
* Ensure you are familiar with the location of the power switch, to turn it off quickly should a problem occur

'''BURN RISK''' - the platen on the printer is heated, and will reach temperatures during a print run which could cause skin burns. Also a malfunction could cause this to overheat.
* Be careful when the machine is on, or has recently been used, to guard against burns

== Instructions ==

<em>(This is still a rough draft, please consult the manual or more experienced users if in doubt!)</em>
To use the printer you must familiarise yourself with the safety notes above and read the following instructions.

[[File:3d printer desktop.png|Desktop showing Up! software link|thumb|right]]
'''Power Up'''

# Give the machine a quick visual check. '''Make sure that there is nothing left on the platen.''' Remove the platen support piece from under the platen and gently lower it. '''Check the new material is feeding OK and the reel has enough on it'''
# Turn on the machine at the wall socket
# Initialise the machine - Open the 'Up!' software on the attached PC and double-click the software icon. Once it has loaded select '3D Print > Initialise' from the toolbar

[[File:3d printer maint.png|Maintenance dialog|thumb|right]]
'''Check calibration'''

This operation must be carried out to ensure the bed is level and has the height correct.

# Firstly find the current value of the nozzle height in the print dialog. This is only accessible once you have a design loaded, so load a model in (there should always be some in the '3D Printer Training' folder on the desktop) and then select 'Print' from the toolbar
# Note the printhead height from this dialog (currently 139.1) and press cancel to abort
# Go to the maintenance dialog (3D Print > Maintenance from toolbar) and set the head height to 20mm less than this height. Enter the value in the edit box and press 'To:' button
# Then move the bed closer to the expected value, in decreasing steps, until you reach the set height or the nozzle is going to hit the bed. If you reach the specified height (currently 139.1mm) there should just about be room to get a piece of paper between the nozzle and the bed.
# Once this has been checked you should drop the head to about '100' and then repeat the check at two other corners and the centre. When the platen is well below the head you can quickly go to the other locations using the FL/FR/NL/NR/Center buttons on the maintenance dialog

'''Load your Design'''

# Import your model - press the 'Open' icon on the ribbon bar
# Check the placing and size of your model - the printer software is quite clever, but it may not choose the best orientation of complex shapes. You want the largest flat surface on the bottom, so that less support material is required.

[[File:3d printer startup dlg-crop.png|Print confirmation dialog|thumb|right]]
'''Download to the Printer'''

# When you are ready to print you can just press the 'Print' button on the ribbon bar
# Some calculations now take place and a popup box will appear with an estimate of how much material will be required as well as how long printing will take
# If you are happy then make a note of the material weight and check the cost against the table below
# Press 'OK' to proceed
# Watch the magic happen ...

<span style="color:red">'''DO NOT EVER LEAVE THE PRINTER UNATTENDED'''</span>

'''Finishing'''

# When the part is finished the printer will make several beeps - but of course you will be watching so you will be expecting that
# DO NOT TOUCH THE PLATEN YET ! It is usually very hot, and it is best to give it a few minutes at least
# When it has cooled a little then with care you can peel the part away from the platen
# The 'raft' which was built to produce the part on should then separate with a little effort, and possibly careful peeling with a blade

'''Power Down'''

# Lower the platen to its rest position before turning off. Do this from the maintenance dialog (3D Print > Maintenance from the toolbar) and press 'To Bottom'
# Turn off the printer on the wall socket
# Gently lift the platen and put the platen support piece back underneath
# Shut down the PC and double check that everything is left in a safe and clean state for the next user

= Maintenance =

The maintenance of the 3D printer is carried out by the Owners, with some basic maintenance being carried out by Users on every job.

== Maintenance Schedule ==

Continuous Maintenance ('''Every job, done by all 3D Printer Users''')
* Clean the platen of any plastic remnants
* Check the new material is feeding OK and the reel has enough on it

Basic Maintenance (Every week, done by 3D Printer Maintainers)
* TBD

Full Maintenance (Every 4 weeks, done by 3D Printer Maintainers)
* TBD

== Maintenance Log ==

'''Reactive Maintenance'''
* None

'''Regular Maintenance'''
* Week Number, Date, Type, Owner (Notes)

2013
* Week 08, February 18,
* Week 09, February 25,
* '''Week 10, March 4, '''
* Week 11, March 11,
* Week 12, March 18,
* Week 13, March 25,
* '''Week 14, April 1,'''



== Maintenance Shopping List ==

* TBD

= Further Information =
== Manual ==
The manual is installed in the machine attached to the printer and also available here: [http://makespace.org/wiki/images/5/5d/Up_plus_user_manual-v3.0.pdf Manual]

== Repairs ==

We expect to have to change the following parts for general maintenance:
* TBD

Maintenance and Spares:
* One UK supplier of consumables is [http://www.coolcomponents.co.uk/catalog/consumables-c-89_98.html Cool Components]

Our printer has been modified to support solid 3mm ABS plastic sheets as the base. These are disposable; they have to be cut from the big sheet and drilled using the jig we have created. The bolted-down solid plastic dramatically reduces problems with warping, and it also saves time and material when printing: you should disable the automatic raft.

== Software ==

You can download Quickstart manual and latest driver software from [http://www.pp3dp.com/index.php?option=com_jdownloads&view=viewcategories&Itemid=89 pp3dp].

* [http://sketchup.google.com/ Google SketchUp] with STL plugin as below
** [http://www.guitar-list.com/download-software/convert-sketchup-skp-files-dxf-or-stl This plugin] seems to work quite well. Use 'File/Export to DXF or STL' from Sketchup once you have installed it and select 'STL' as the last item in the type list when asked
* [http://www.netfabb.com/ NetFabb] repairs any incomplete STL files
* [http://meshlab.sourceforge.net/ Meshlab] is a good free program (Sourceforge) for visualising and modifying STL files
* [http://www.openscad.org/ OpenSCAD] is a script-based modeller ('3D compiler'), well-suited for technical CAD (less so for artistic design)

Equipment/3D Printer/Training

2013-02-22T10:21:06Z

SimonS:

Equipment/3D Printer/Training

2013-02-18T15:56:21Z

SimonS: /* Individual Training Task */

[[Equipment|Equipment]] / [[Equipment/3D Printer|3D Printer]] / Training

= 3D Printer Training =

This page documents the process for being trained on the 3D Printer, and the list of members who have completed that training.

== Summary ==

Training takes place in three main steps:
* Group Training of 1-4 members, going through the equipment and how to use it (~1hr)
* Individual Training Task, where an individual member is set a task to complete to prove and improve understanding (~30min each)
* Project Oversight, where more experienced users oversee the projects being undertaken when cutting (first 2-3 projects)

Training on the 3D Printer is run by the 3D Printer Owners. The 3D Printer Owners are a group of people responsible for maintaining and training on the 3D Printer, and hence have been trained to train, and trained to perform the weekly and monthly maintenance on the 3D Printer.

== Booking ==

Please add your name to free slots in training sessions below.



Notes:
* You can only be trained if you have your name allocated to a slot (groups will be restricted to four at a time, so please don't make up additional spaces)
* You must do the group and individual training on the same day

= Trained Users =

The following members of Makespace are trained and qualified to use the 3D Printer (note, they are not qualified to train others however):

* --

= Training Cheatsheet =

The training structure and prompt sheet. Please note, this is used by the 3D Printer Owners as a prompt to ensure training is executed in a consistent and complete fashion is included on this page; this does not constitute and is not a substitue for the training itself.

== Group Training ==

The group training introduction structure, suitable for 1-4 members at a time in a 1 hr session.

Introduction of main components
* Printer
* PC
* Materials

Checks for everyone to do
* Check in use, looks ok
*

Powering Up
* Turning on

Project walkthrough
* Package function, import file types, location, scale

Printer Operation
* Start, pause and emergency stop function
* Do job, pause/open lid, restart

Hazards
* --
* Ensure confident of process

Power Down
* Switch off
* Switch off PC

== Individual Training Task ==

The individual task to get familiar, prompt questions and check understanding:

Task
* Make something?
* Should demonstrate import, setup, position and run

possible examples - caged sphere (31mm sq)
plain_game_tokes 1/2/5
SpaceShuttle-small
puzzle
CookieCutter_apple_small

Steps
* Set individual to work, don't prompt but do answer questions (or pose if needed)
* Talk through design once done, question/check things etc
* Proceed to printing (watch carefully all steps)

Assuming all ok:
* Get them to read the health and safety notes about operation and materials
* Add to the trained member list!

== Project Oversight ==

For next 2-3 projects, ensure member will find another more experienced trained user to support them (second pair of eyes)

Equipment/3D Printer

2013-02-18T15:54:35Z

SimonS: Add pictures

= Summary =
[[File:Up_3d_printer.jpg|thumb|left]]

This is our 3D printer. The 3-D printer is an UP! (a slightly older version of [http://www.coolcomponents.co.uk/catalog/plus-personal-portable-printer-p-644.html the device currently available]).

We have a dedicated PC running win7 and UP! software. It can import STL design files from Google sketchup.

= Using the 3D Printer =

The 3D printer is an excellent tool for either making small parts, or rapid prototyping. At the same time it is an expensive tool with a (small) risk of injury and fire, so is very important you know how to use it to avoid damaging yourself and the machine.

== Owners ==

The Owners are those nominally in charge of the equipment, organising its maintenance, training others to use it, and generally being a point of contact.

The current Owners of the 3D printer are:

* [[User:SimonS|Simon Stirley]]
* [[User:Nickcadsoftuk|Nick Johnson]]

If you have any questions, problems or concerns around the 3D printer, these are the people to contact.

== Training ==

<div style="background:#FADADD; border:1px solid #FFC0CB; padding:5px">
<b>YOU CAN ONLY USE THE 3D PRINTER IF YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED</b><br>
and have been added to the [[Equipment/3D Printer/Training#Trained_Users|Trained Users]] list by one of the Owners
</div>

To get trained on the 3D Printer and be added to the qualified user list, you will need to arrange for a training session with one of the 3D Printer Owners.

If you'd like to arrange training, please see:
* [[Equipment/3D Printer/Training|3D Printer Training]]

== Health and Safety ==

The 3D printer is a potentially dangerous piece of equipment which must only be operated by members who have received appropriate training and who take due care. The top things to always remember when using the 3D printer are:

* '''ONLY USE THE 3D PRINTER IF YOU HAVE READ RELEVANT SAFETY NOTES'''
* '''ONLY USE THE 3D PRINTER IF YOU HAVE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS'''
* '''NEVER LEAVE THE PRINTER RUNNING UNATTENDED'''
* '''KNOW WHAT TO DO IF A FIRE BREAKS OUT'''

As a responsible user, you should be very aware of the following risks and how to deal with them:

'''HEAD CRASH''' - incorrect calibration could cause the nozzle to hit the platen at job start
* You must watch the printer as it starts the job, and be ready to turn off the power if a collision occurs

'''TRAPPING''' - The head and bed of the machine are moved by programs in the machines memory.
* Be careful when near the machine, it will possibly move even if the PC is off
* Ensure you are familiar with the location of the power switch, to turn it off quickly should a problem occur

'''BURN RISK''' - the platen on the printer is heated, and will reach temperatures during a print run which could cause skin burns. Also a malfunction could cause this to overheat.
* Be careful when the machine is on, or has recently been used, to guard against burns

== Instructions ==

<em>(This is still a rough draft, please consult the manual or more experienced users if in doubt!)</em>
To use the printer you must familiarise yourself with the safety notes above and read the following instructions.

[[File:3d printer desktop.png|Desktop showing Up! software link|thumb|right]]
'''Power Up'''

# Give the machine a quick visual check. Make sure that there is nothing left on the platen. Remove the platen support piece from under the platen and gently lower it
# Turn on the machine at the wall socket
# Initialise the machine - Open the 'Up!' software on the attached PC and double-click the software icon. Once it has loaded select '3D Print > Initialise' from the toolbar

[[File:3d printer maint.png|Maintenance dialog|thumb|right]]
'''Check calibration'''

This operation must be carried out to ensure the bed is level and has the height correct.

# Firstly find the current value of the nozzle height in the print dialog. This is only accessible once you have a design loaded, so load a model in (there should always be some in the '3D Printer Training' folder on the desktop) and then select 'Print' from the toolbar
# Note the printhead height from this dialog (currently 139.1) and press cancel to abort
# Go to the maintenance dialog (3D Print > Maintenance from toolbar) and set the head height to 20mm less than this height. Enter the value in the edit box and press 'To:' button
# Then move the bed closer to the expected value, in decreasing steps, until you reach the set height or the nozzle is going to hit the bed. If you reach the specified height (currently 139.1mm) there should just about be room to get a piece of paper between the nozzle and the bed.
# Once this has been checked you should drop the head to about '100' and then repeat the check at two other corners and the centre. When the platen is well below the head you can quickly go to the other locations using the FL/FR/NL/NR/Center buttons on the maintenance dialog

'''Load your Design'''

# Import your model - press the 'Open' icon on the ribbon bar
# Check the placing and size of your model - the printer software is quite clever, but it may not choose the best orientation of complex shapes. You want the largest flat surface on the bottom, so that less support material is required.

[[File:3d printer startup dlg-crop.png|Print confirmation dialog|thumb|right]]
'''Download to the Printer'''

# When you are ready to print you can just press the 'Print' button on the ribbon bar
# Some calculations now take place and a popup box will appear with an estimate of how much material will be required as well as how long printing will take
# If you are happy then make a note of the material weight and check the cost against the table below
# Press 'OK' to proceed
# Watch the magic happen ...

<span style="color:red">'''DO NOT EVER LEAVE THE PRINTER UNATTENDED'''</span>

'''Finishing'''

# When the part is finished the printer will make several beeps - but of course you will be watching so you will be expecting that
# DO NOT TOUCH THE PLATEN YET ! It is usually very hot, and it is best to give it a few minutes at least
# When it has cooled a little then with care you can peel the part away from the platen
# The 'raft' which was built to produce the part on should then separate with a little effort, and possibly careful peeling with a blade

'''Power Down'''

# Lower the platen to its rest position before turning off. Do this from the maintenance dialog (3D Print > Maintenance from the toolbar) and press 'To Bottom'
# Turn off the printer on the wall socket
# Gently lift the platen and put the platen support piece back underneath
# Shut down the PC and double check that everything is left in a safe and clean state for the next user

= Maintenance =

The maintenance of the 3D printer is carried out by the Owners, with some basic maintenance being carried out by Users on every job.

== Maintenance Schedule ==

Continuous Maintenance (Every job, done by all 3D Printer Users)
* Clean the platen of any plastic remnants
* Check the new material is feeding OK and the reel has enough on it

Basic Maintenance (Every week, done by 3D Printer Maintainers)
* TBD

Full Maintenance (Every 4 weeks, done by 3D Printer Maintainers)
* TBD

== Maintenance Log ==

'''Reactive Maintenance'''
* None

'''Regular Maintenance'''
* Week Number, Date, Type, Owner (Notes)

2013
* Week 08, February 18,
* Week 09, February 25,
* '''Week 10, March 4, '''
* Week 11, March 11,
* Week 12, March 18,
* Week 13, March 25,
* '''Week 14, April 1,'''



== Maintenance Shopping List ==

* TBD

= Further Information =
== Manual ==
The manual is installed in the machine attached to the printer and also available here: [http://makespace.org/wiki/images/5/5d/Up_plus_user_manual-v3.0.pdf Manual]

== Repairs ==

We expect to have to change the following parts for general maintenance:
* TBD

Maintenance and Spares:
* One UK supplier of consumables is [http://www.coolcomponents.co.uk/catalog/consumables-c-89_98.html Cool Components]

Our printer has been modified to support solid 3mm ABS plastic sheets as the base. These are disposable; they have to be cut from the big sheet and drilled using the jig we have created. The bolted-down solid plastic dramatically reduces problems with warping, and it also saves time and material when printing: you should disable the automatic raft.

== Software ==

You can download Quickstart manual and latest driver software from [http://www.pp3dp.com/index.php?option=com_jdownloads&view=viewcategories&Itemid=89 pp3dp].

* [http://sketchup.google.com/ Google SketchUp] with STL plugin as below
** [http://www.guitar-list.com/download-software/convert-sketchup-skp-files-dxf-or-stl This plugin] seems to work quite well. Use 'File/Export to DXF or STL' from Sketchup once you have installed it and select 'STL' as the last item in the type list when asked
* [http://www.netfabb.com/ NetFabb] repairs any incomplete STL files
* [http://meshlab.sourceforge.net/ Meshlab] is a good free program (Sourceforge) for visualising and modifying STL files
* [http://www.openscad.org/ OpenSCAD] is a script-based modeller ('3D compiler'), well-suited for technical CAD (less so for artistic design)

Equipment/3D Printer

2013-02-18T15:48:29Z

SimonS:

= Summary =
[[File:Up_3d_printer.jpg|thumb|left]]

This is our 3D printer. The 3-D printer is an UP! (a slightly older version of [http://www.coolcomponents.co.uk/catalog/plus-personal-portable-printer-p-644.html the device currently available]).

We have a dedicated PC running win7 and UP! software. It can import STL design files from Google sketchup.

= Using the 3D Printer =

The 3D printer is an excellent tool for either making small parts, or rapid prototyping. At the same time it is an expensive tool with a (small) risk of injury and fire, so is very important you know how to use it to avoid damaging yourself and the machine.

== Owners ==

The Owners are those nominally in charge of the equipment, organising its maintenance, training others to use it, and generally being a point of contact.

The current Owners of the 3D printer are:

* [[User:SimonS|Simon Stirley]]
* [[User:Nickcadsoftuk|Nick Johnson]]

If you have any questions, problems or concerns around the 3D printer, these are the people to contact.

== Training ==

<div style="background:#FADADD; border:1px solid #FFC0CB; padding:5px">
<b>YOU CAN ONLY USE THE 3D PRINTER IF YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED</b><br>
and have been added to the [[Equipment/3D Printer/Training#Trained_Users|Trained Users]] list by one of the Owners
</div>

To get trained on the 3D Printer and be added to the qualified user list, you will need to arrange for a training session with one of the 3D Printer Owners.

If you'd like to arrange training, please see:
* [[Equipment/3D Printer/Training|3D Printer Training]]

== Health and Safety ==

The 3D printer is a potentially dangerous piece of equipment which must only be operated by members who have received appropriate training and who take due care. The top things to always remember when using the 3D printer are:

* '''ONLY USE THE 3D PRINTER IF YOU HAVE READ RELEVANT SAFETY NOTES'''
* '''ONLY USE THE 3D PRINTER IF YOU HAVE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS'''
* '''NEVER LEAVE THE PRINTER RUNNING UNATTENDED'''
* '''KNOW WHAT TO DO IF A FIRE BREAKS OUT'''

As a responsible user, you should be very aware of the following risks and how to deal with them:

'''HEAD CRASH''' - incorrect calibration could cause the nozzle to hit the platen at job start
* You must watch the printer as it starts the job, and be ready to turn off the power if a collision occurs

'''TRAPPING''' - The head and bed of the machine are moved by programs in the machines memory.
* Be careful when near the machine, it will possibly move even if the PC is off
* Ensure you are familiar with the location of the power switch, to turn it off quickly should a problem occur

'''BURN RISK''' - the platen on the printer is heated, and will reach temperatures during a print run which could cause skin burns. Also a malfunction could cause this to overheat.
* Be careful when the machine is on, or has recently been used, to guard against burns

== Instructions ==

<em>(This is still a rough draft, please consult the manual or more experienced users if in doubt!)</em>
To use the printer you must familiarise yourself with the safety notes above and read the following instructions.

'''Power Up'''

# Give the machine a quick visual check. Make sure that there is nothing left on the platen. Remove the platen support piece from under the platen and gently lower it
# Turn on the machine at the wall socket
# Initialise the machine - Open the 'Up!' software on the attached PC and double-click the software icon. Once it has loaded select '3D Print > Initialise' from the toolbar

'''Check calibration'''

This operation must be carried out to ensure the bed is level and has the height correct.

# Firstly find the current value of the nozzle height in the print dialog. This is only accessible once you have a design loaded, so load a model in (there should always be some in the '3D Printer Training' folder on the desktop) and then select 'Print' from the toolbar
# Note the printhead height from this dialog (currently 139.1) and press cancel to abort
# Go to the maintenance dialog (3D Print > Maintenance from toolbar) and set the head height to 20mm less than this height. Enter the value in the edit box and press 'To:' button
# Then move the bed closer to the expected value, in decreasing steps, until you reach the set height or the nozzle is going to hit the bed. If you reach the specified height (currently 139.1mm) there should just about be room to get a piece of paper between the nozzle and the bed.
# Once this has been checked you should drop the head to about '100' and then repeat the check at two other corners and the centre. When the platen is well below the head you can quickly go to the other locations using the FL/FR/NL/NR/Center buttons on the maintenance dialog

'''Load your Design'''

* Import your model - press the 'Open' icon on the ribbon bar
* Check the placing and size of your model - the printer software is quite clever, but it may not choose the best orientation of complex shapes. You want the largest flat surface on the bottom, so that less support material is required.

'''Download to the Printer'''

* When you are ready to print you can just press the 'Print' button on the ribbon bar
* Some calculations now take place and a popup box will appear with an estimate of how much material will be required as well as how long printing will take
* If you are happy then make a note of the material weight and check the cost against the table below
* Press 'OK' to proceed
* Watch the magic happen ...

<span style="color:red">'''DO NOT EVER LEAVE THE PRINTER UNATTENDED'''</span>

'''Finishing'''

* When the part is finished the printer will make several beeps - but of course you will be watching so you will be expecting that
* DO NOT TOUCH THE PLATEN YET ! It is usually very hot, and it is best to give it a few minutes at least
* When it has cooled a little then with care you can peel the part away from the platen
* The 'raft' which was built to produce the part on should then separate with a little effort, and possibly careful peeling with a blade

'''Power Down'''

* Lower the platen to its rest position before turning off. Do this from the maintenance dialog (3D Print > Maintenance from the toolbar) and press 'To Bottom'
* Turn off the printer on the wall socket
* Gently lift the platen and put the platen support piece back underneath
* Shut down the PC and double check that everything is left in a safe and clean state for the next user

= Maintenance =

The maintenance of the 3D printer is carried out by the Owners, with some basic maintenance being carried out by Users on every job.

== Maintenance Schedule ==

Continuous Maintenance (Every job, done by all 3D Printer Users)
* Clean the platen of any plastic remnants
* Check the new material is feeding OK and the reel has enough on it

Basic Maintenance (Every week, done by 3D Printer Maintainers)
* TBD

Full Maintenance (Every 4 weeks, done by 3D Printer Maintainers)
* TBD

== Maintenance Log ==

'''Reactive Maintenance'''
* None

'''Regular Maintenance'''
* Week Number, Date, Type, Owner (Notes)

2013
* Week 08, February 18,
* Week 09, February 25,
* '''Week 10, March 4, '''
* Week 11, March 11,
* Week 12, March 18,
* Week 13, March 25,
* '''Week 14, April 1,'''



== Maintenance Shopping List ==

* TBD

= Further Information =
== Manual ==
The manual is installed in the machine attached to the printer and also available here: [http://makespace.org/wiki/images/5/5d/Up_plus_user_manual-v3.0.pdf Manual]

== Repairs ==

We expect to have to change the following parts for general maintenance:
* TBD

Maintenance and Spares:
* One UK supplier of consumables is [http://www.coolcomponents.co.uk/catalog/consumables-c-89_98.html Cool Components]

Our printer has been modified to support solid 3mm ABS plastic sheets as the base. These are disposable; they have to be cut from the big sheet and drilled using the jig we have created. The bolted-down solid plastic dramatically reduces problems with warping, and it also saves time and material when printing: you should disable the automatic raft.

== Software ==

You can download Quickstart manual and latest driver software from [http://www.pp3dp.com/index.php?option=com_jdownloads&view=viewcategories&Itemid=89 pp3dp].

* [http://sketchup.google.com/ Google SketchUp] with STL plugin as below
** [http://www.guitar-list.com/download-software/convert-sketchup-skp-files-dxf-or-stl This plugin] seems to work quite well. Use 'File/Export to DXF or STL' from Sketchup once you have installed it and select 'STL' as the last item in the type list when asked
* [http://www.netfabb.com/ NetFabb] repairs any incomplete STL files
* [http://meshlab.sourceforge.net/ Meshlab] is a good free program (Sourceforge) for visualising and modifying STL files
* [http://www.openscad.org/ OpenSCAD] is a script-based modeller ('3D compiler'), well-suited for technical CAD (less so for artistic design)

File:3d printer startup dlg-crop.png

2013-02-18T14:53:52Z

SimonS:

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2013-02-18T14:53:29Z

SimonS:

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2013-02-18T14:53:04Z

SimonS:

2013-01-25T16:09:48Z

SimonS:

A CNC Milling Milling Machine is a computer controlled tool that uses a rotating cutting tool to cut into a stationary workpiece.

Here's a nice video showing the basic movement of both CNC and manual vertical mills - N.B. the guy in the video shouldn't be wearing gloves, as they can cause very nasty accidents if your hand comes into contact with the cutter!

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U99asuDT97I Crash Course in Milling ep1]

Just a quick table on a few small CNC mills I found available readily in the UK -

{|
|-
| Machine
|URL
|Price (UKP)
|Size - X
|Size - Y
|Size - Z
|Notes
|-
|iModela
|[http://www.coolcomponents.co.uk/catalog/imodela-milling-machine-p-1011.html link]
|500
|80
|55
|26
|
|-
|Heiz S400
|[http://www.prototools.co.uk/shop/customer/product.php?productid=18501&cat=0 link]
|1595
|400
|300
|110
|
|-
|Heiz S720
|[http://www.prototools.co.uk/shop/customer/product.php?productid=18502&cat=0 link]
|1995
|720
|420
|110
|
|-
|Heiz S1000
|[http://www.prototools.co.uk/shop/customer/product.php?productid=18503&cat=521&page=1 link]
|2395
|1000
|600
|110
|
|-
|Sieg KX1
|[http://www.arceurotrade.co.uk/Catalogue/Machines-Accessories/CNC-Milling-Machines/Sieg-KX1-CNC-Hobby-Mill link]
|3135
|260
|115
|185
|
|-
|Modela Pro MDX-540
|[http://www.rolanddg.co.uk/products/rapid-prototyping/mdx-540/ link]
|13995
|500
|400
|155
|Plastic resin and light metal, 400 to 12,000 rpm,
|-
|Modela MDX-40A
|[http://www.rolanddg.co.uk/products/rapid-prototyping/mdx-540/ link]
|5499
|305
|305
|105
|Resins such as chemical wood and modeling wax, 4,500 to 15,000 rpm, optional scanner head (~295)
|-
|Modela MDX-20
|[http://www.rolanddg.co.uk/products/rapid-prototyping/mdx-20_15/ link]
|2799
|200
|150
|60
|Wood, Plaster, Resin (modeling wax, styrenform), Chemical wood, Aluminum (A5052 according to JIS),Brass, 6500 rpm, includes scanning head
|-
|}

Caveats: These were mostly based on searching out of interest in PCB production. Prices are almost certainly not correct, extras may be needed and VAT is probably not includede - use as a guide only.

2013-01-11T14:56:02Z

SimonS: Graphtec Craft Robo

Graphtec Craft Robo

Equipment

2013-01-11T14:42:21Z

SimonS:

<div style="background:#FADADD; border:1px solid #FFC0CB; padding:5px">
For all bug reports and queries related to the functioning of equipment in the space, email the equipment owners list at '''[mailto:equipment@makespace.org equipment@makespace.org]'''
</div>
The Makespace Equipment (see also [[Infrastructure]])

== The Workshop ==

* [[Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Metal_Mill|CNC Metal Mill]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
* [[Equipment/Lathe|Lathe]]

* ( [http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/workbench Clarke CHB1500 Wooden Workbench] )
* ( [http://www.screwfix.com/p/makita-5704rk-190mm-circular-saw-240v/96393 Makita Circular Saw] )

== The Space ==

* TODO ( [http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/clarke-cht641-199-piece-diy-tool-kit-with-cant Clarke CHT641 199 Piece DIY Tool Kit With Cantilever Tool Box] )
* ( Makita 18V Li-on Cordless Drill )
* ( [http://www.pattesters.co.uk/pat-testers/basic-pat-testers/seaward-primetest-100-pat-tester PrimeTest 100 PAT Tester] )
* [[Equipment/Vinyl_Cutter|Vinyl Cutter]]

AncientMachines

2012-12-19T13:44:37Z

SimonS:

A number of people seem to be fairly interested in these machines, so it will probably be useful to keep track of what state they are in and who intends to do what.

'''Sun Sparc 5'''

Looks complete, so it may work. Lacks a CD-ROM drive, though there is a bay for one.

Needs -

* Investigate PAT test fail
* Turning on for basic check
* Software installation

'''Sun Ultra 2'''

PAT tested OK. Missing RAM, Graphics card, Hard drive

Needs -

* Parts sourcing as deemed necessary
* Turning on for basic check

Sun Peripherals still required -

* External CD Drive (?)
* External Drive cable (Jason from computer museum providing)
* Keyboard and Mouse (Jason from computer museum providing)

''References''

* http://www.obsolyte.com/sun_ss5/
* http://linuxgazette.net/issue72/forsberg.html