Category: Tools + Areas + Programs

Makergear Mosaic

=== ”’01-23-16:  The state of the machine is uncertain.  Looks like it needs some work, plus it has a very small print bed.  Good machine for tinkering.”’ === === Software ===  You need two pieces of software to run: #Pronterface/printrun – this controls the printer, and sends g-code to it. Installation instructions for Linux/Mac/Windows [http://reprap.org/wiki/Printrun …

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Mendel Prusa

Build log and project page for AMT Mendel Prusa === History === DaveR had an incomplete Prusa project that he’s willing to donate to AMT. I’ve (Anup) volunteered to finish the build and donate any missing components. === Status === Incomplete. Current at stage of Y axis & heated print bed assembly (see 9Mar notes …

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Modeling Software for 3D printing

3D modeling software seems to take one of two perspectives: Artistic or Engineering. Artistically oriented Blender https://www.blender.org/ The open source gem of the 3D modeling world.  Primarily aimed at 3D visual modeling and animation, it  can also be used to prepare 3D printable models.  Making 3D-Print-ready STL files requires some care.  Enormously rich and complex …

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Shotgun Silkscreen Workshop

These are notes for folks throwing the Shotgun Silkscreen Workshop. Supplies and Tools Needed Shims – 8x Spray Glue Fabric Temporary Glue Screen Plastic Cording Bandanas Ink Squeegies Paper Plates Plastic Spoons Mylar Sheets Razor Blades Paper Towels Brown craft Paper Scissors Pins Hammer Frames

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Jet 9×20 Metal Cutting Lathe

This is our larger, more capable metal turning lathe. == KEEP DUST COVER ON WHEN NOT IN USE!!! == This machine shares the room with the CNC Router, which creates a lot of dust. The lathe will not work very well if the works get gummed up with sawdust, so please keep the dust cover …

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