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3D printers

Ultimaker s5 and Ultimaker s3 extended

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3D printers allow you to construct a three-dimensional object from a digital model. Digital models can be found or can be made using CAD software.

Ultimaker printers uses the software Cura.

If you've never printed before and you're unsure how to use our printer, please email us and we'll give you a short crash course! :) Email: kth.middla@gmail.com

If you want to use the printer for non course/research related work, please bring your own material and maybe use the printer on the weekend.

To book a printer:

  1. If your print will take more than 3 hours, try to print during the night.

  2. If somebody else's print is on the plate when you've booked your time, kindly remove their print and leave it next to the printer.

To use a printer:

  1. Download the software Cura and import your model.

  2. Select your model and select the extruder number for that model. This allows you to print with two different materials in the same print.

  3. If your model needs it, select "Generate supports" and any other settings. The recommended settings usually work well!

  4. Export your model to the USB stick OR connect your computer to the printer via WIFI, you'll find its IP address under "Network" in the printer display.

  5. Print! Remember to clean up after yourself. You can use the vacuum cleaner to remove filament fragments.

To change the material:

  1. On the printer's menu, find the "change material" option and follow the instructions on screen.

Figure out how long your print will take and book a time slot:

Make sure all the settings are correct and match the printer (material, extruder, etc.). For details on what each setting does, check out the .

You'll find detailed instructions and a ton of tutorials on the Ultimaker website:

If you plan to use a large amount of material, please purchase it yourself. Make sure it's compatible with Ultimaker. We recommend

If the material is running out,

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Cura manual
Ultimaker s5 Manual
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