MelbPC 3D Printer
| Presenter: | Mohan Gupta |
| SIG Convener: | Raspberry Pi SIG - Moorabbin |
| Website: | https://raspberrypisig.github.io |
What the printer kinda looks like unmodified...
What the MelbPC 3D printer actually looks like...
Printer came as a kit...
Raspberry Pi
Steps to print 3D object
- Get STL file of your 3D object
- Octoprint does the rest
Demo
Modifications
- Enclosure & LED Lighting
- Computer power supply
- Metal base for increased rigidity
Problems
- Print not sticking to bed
- Print warping or stringy
- Filament jams
Solutions
- Level Bed (use dial indicator)
- Buildtak/ PEI sheet (eg. http://www.aurarum.com.au/accessories/334-flasforge-build-surface-similar-to-buildtak.html)
References
Technical documentation:https://github.com/microcontrollersig/melbpc3DPrinter
Shopping Trolley Token:
http://www.instructables.com/id/Removable-shopping-trolley-tokens