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# 3D Printer & Computer
There is a 3D printer (designed+built by Mick) in the space.
There is a Linux computer there meant to be used with it (running CrunchBang linux).
There is a user for the 3d Printer on that computer. threed/Print_Stuff!
There are menu items for [Sketchup](http://www.sketchup.com/), [Slic3r](http://slic3r.org/), and [RepetierHost](http://www.repetier.com/) under the "Manufacturing" menu for the threed user.
## Printrbots
Thanks to generosity of printrbot co, the space now maintains several printrbot 3D printers. [using the printrbots]()
## Other software
Other software that can be useful for working on 3d prints:
- [MeshLab](http://meshlab.sourceforge.net/)
- [OpenSCAD](http://www.openscad.org/)
## FAQ
What applications should I install so that I can design and print 3D parts?
*[Sketchup](http://www.sketchup.com/)
[STL plugin for Sketchup](http://extensions.sketchup.com/en/content/sketchup-stl)
[Netfab basic](http://www.netfabb.com/basic.php)
[Slic3r](http://slic3r.org/download)
[Pronterface](https://github.com/kliment/Printrun)*
What unit of measure should I use with my design?
*mm (millimeter)*
What are the bed sizes of our printers?
*The small plywood printer bed is 100mm x 100mm, the large plywood printer is 200mm x 200mm.*
How do I create an array of identical parts?
*Use Slic3r.*
What is Infill?
*The solid or honeycomb structure of the solid portions of a part.*
What is a Support?
*A temporary scaffold inside a part to support a solid portion above it.*
What is a Skirt?
*A flat area printed around the perimeter of the part. It serves to reduce warping and to anchor the part.*
What is a Brim?
*An area printed under the part. It also reduces warping, but must be cut away after the part is made.*
Can I use the default Printerbot speeds on our plywood printers?
*No, they are too fast.*
How do I set up Printerbot?
*Refer to the [Printerbot Getting Started Guide](http://printrbot.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Getting-Started-Guide-Simple-New.pdf) and Braden's Awesome Settings for Simple Printerbot.*
What sizes of filament can I use?
*Filament comes 1.75mm or 3.0 mm diameter, usually on a 1kg reel.*
What type of filament materials are available?
*PLA, ABS and Nylon.*
Where can I buy known high-quality filament?
*Filament from Printerbot is high quality at a good price.*
What temperature should I run the extruder at for the different filaments?
*PLA - 185 to 190 deg C.*
*ABS - 200 to 220 deg C.*
*Nylon - 240 deg C.*
What are the characteristics of PLA?
*PLA does not shrink, is made from corn, it smells pleasant when printing and it needs a fan.*
What are the characteristics of ABS?
*ABS makes stronger parts, but it shrinks, needs a heated bed and it's smell is somewhat unpleasant.*
What size nozzles are used?
*Our machines use 0.4mm nozzles.*
What is a good way to get a part to stick to a glass bed?
*Apply some Elmer's orange glue stick to the bed before printing the part.*
What is an alternative to Pronterface?
*Repetier. But it doesn't work on older printers.*
How can I fix internal planes in my part?
*With Netfab. It also has Slic3r built in, but it doesn't work with some older printers.*
Where can I see a demo of Mick's hot foam cutter software?
*On his [Makertoolkit](http://makertoolkit.com:3000/#home) site.*