How to 3D Printing Prusa I3 MK2S @ EBPL Choose a 3D model Find already created models on the internet - they should be in 01 the .stl or .obj format; make sure there are available to download under the Creative Commons-Attribution-Non Commercial license. Most models are available for free. Models are for non-commercial use, and author must be credited. 3D Modeling Software The easiest way to quickly create a model is TinkerCad Available at www. tinkercad.com - a free online 02 editor (no installation needed) for PC, Mac and iPad. Other programs used for making 3D models : Blender SketchApp DesignSpark Mechanical Rhino3D FreeCAD SolidWorks OpenScad Maya Fusion 360o Inventor Slicer A 3D printer can print almost anything, to do so you will need to convert the .obj or .stl format into a .gcode file. 03 Gcode is a file format readable by a 3D printer. EBPL uses Prusa I3 MK2S Slicer. EBPL 3D Printer Make sure your Slicer settings look like this Filament EBPL uses only one type of filament: PLA of 1.75 mm diameter. 04 PLA is suitable for detailed models. ● Nozzle temperature: 220-240 °C (428 - 464 °F) ● Bed temperature: 50 - 60 °C (122 - 140 °F) Final Print Patron will specify number of prints and quality setting. EBPL will receive the stl/obj file from patron, and will provide an 05 estimate for cost and delivery time frame. Only finished product will be charged. Look for an updated 3D Printing policy on EBPL website after library resumes operations. Notes: STL files or OBJ files, find out which one is good for you: https://3dinsider.com/stl-vs-obj/ Want to learn how to make your own 3D Designs: EBPL Dice Club Lessons: 3D modeling with Tinkercad (https://youtu.be/_x0GicDi_Ls) Make a Harry Potter Bookmark with Tinkercad (https://youtu.be/svxo-R-J294) Free Classes At Instructables Beginner 3D Printing Class (https://www.instructables.com/class/Beginner-3D- Printing-Class/) Find Creative Commons Approved Models to Print: 1. https://www.prusa3d.com/printable-3d-models/ 2. https://www.tinkercad.com/learn/designs 3. https://www.thingiverse.com/ 4. https://pinshape.com/ 5. https://www.youmagine.com/ 6. https://www.shapeways.com/.