PCC Library 3D Printing Resources
3D Printing Design by
To work with the materials of tomorrow, design students across visual arts disciplines need to understand the cutting edge of today. Whether you're modelling in interiors, designing in fashion or constructing for interiors, in your work or as part of a final project, 3D Printing design is an encouraging guide to additive manufacturing within design disciplines. Francis Bitonti gives an insider's view from his design studio on how 3D printing is already shaking up the industry, and where it's likely to go next. Complete with interviews from designers, business owners and 3D-print experts throughout, Bitonti considers whether 3D body scans mean couture for all, how rapid prototyping can change your design method and if 3D printing materials can enhance medical design, amongst other areas of this emerging method of manufacture. This is inspirational reading for the designers of tomorrow.
ISBN: 9781474220965Publication Date: 2019-07-11
Getting Started with 3D Printing by
The book is written in a casual, conversational style. It is easily accessible to those who have no prior knowledge in 3D printing, yet the book's message is solidly practical, technically accurate, and consumer-relevant. The chapters include contemporary, real-life learning exercises and insights for how to buy, use and maintain 3D printers. It also covers free 3D modeling software, as well as 3D printing services for those who don't want to immediately invest in the purchase of a 3D printer. Particular focus is placed on free and paid resources, the various choices available in 3D printing, and tutorials and troubleshooting guides.
ISBN: 9781680456431Publication Date: 2021-05-11
3D Printing by
This book is designed as an introduction to the field of 3Dprinting. It includes an overview of 3D printing technology in industry,education, and the exploding area of Do-It-Yourself. It contains a detailedlook at the common 3D printers, materials, and software. Using full-colorimages throughout, the book guides you on setting up your own printer andperforming calibration tasks, including descriptions of printing methods, bestpractices, pitfalls to avoid, and how to finish a completed project. Dividedinto three parts, the book covers a brief history and evolution of 3D printers,along with their use in industry and in personal consumer use in Part 1. Part 2gets you started with the set up and use of a common 3D printer, from initialhardware and material calibration and safety, to how the software functions work,and how to acquire 3D objects to print. It then showcases three differentprojects from start to finish. Part 3 concentrates on buying your own printer,the common features of personal 3D printers, and includes sections for theadventurous on post-market modifications. Companion files are included withvideos, applications, and examples of 3D printing. Features: Companion files are included with printable 3D objects in common formats, additional lessons, checklists, figures from the text, and videos showing time-lapse, printing, and print refinement Provides an overview of the technology, applications, and design issues associated with 3D printing technology Includes review questions, discussion/essay questions and "Applying What You've Learned" in every chapter
ISBN: 9781683922094Publication Date: 2019-03-19
3D Printing for Artists, Designers and Makers by
Fully revised and with a new chapter and international case studies, this second edition of the best-selling book traces how artists and designers continue to adapt and incorporate 3D printing technology into their work and explains how the creative industries are directly interfacing with this new technology. Covering a broad range of applied art practice - from fine art and furniture-design to film-making - Stephen Hoskins introduces some of his groundbreaking research from the Centre for Fine Print Research along with an updated history of 3D print technology, a new chapter on fashion and animation, and new case studies featuring artists working with metal, plastic, ceramic and other materials. A fascinating investigation into how the applied arts continue to adapt to new technologies and a forecast of what developments we might expect in the future, this book is essential reading for students, researchers studying contemporary art and design and professionals involved in the creative industries.
ISBN: 9781474248679Publication Date: 2018-02-08
3D printers
The Makerspace uses two types of printers - FDM and SLA. FDM or Fused Deposition Modeling is an additive manufacturing method using melted plastic called filament laid down in layers to create a three dimensional object. Printing with filament starts with a 3D file model in .STL or .OBJ formats. Those files are run through a slicer program that creates a G-code that in turn tells the machine how to print the object. SLA or resin printers use a vat of liquid resin which is cured by UV light layer by layer forming a 3D object. Resin prints are rinsed with isopropyl alcohol (IPA) to remove resin residue and then are cured in UV light. Resin prints are good for prints with fine details. When using 3D printers, users must:
- Keep loose clothing and hair away from machines so they do not get tangled in moving parts. Hair ties are provided.
- Keep hands away from hot ends and printer beds which can reach in excess of 200 degrees when the FDM printers are in use.
Use nitrile gloves, goggles and masks when in the Resin Printing room to protect skin, eyes and breathing from resin and alcohol fumes. PPE are provided.
Available 3D Printers
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Longer LK5 Pro |
Anycubic Kobra Max |
Creality Ender 3 S1 Pro |
Creality Ender 3 Max Neo |
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Maximum work surface: 300mmx300mmx400mm (11.8"x11.8"x15.7") |
Maximum work surface: 400mm x 400mm x 450mm (15.7"x15.7"x17.7") |
Maximum work surface: 220mm x 220mm x 270mm (8.6"x 8.6"x10.6") |
Maximum work surface: 300mm x 300mm x 320mm |
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Materials Used: 1.75mm PLA - 1.75 PETG |
Materials Used: 1.75mm PLA - 1.75mm PETG - 1.75mm TPU |
Materials Used: 1.75mm PLA - 1.75mm PETG - 1.75mm TPU |
Materials Used: 1.75mm PLA |
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File Formats Used: .GCODE (Cura or Prusa Slicer) |
File Formats Used: .GCODE (Cura or Prusa Slicer) | File Formats Used: .GCODE (Cura or Prusa Slicer) | File Formats Used: .GCODE (Cura or Prusa Slicer) |
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Elegoo Mars 2
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Maximum Work Surface: 129mm x 80mm x 160mm | Materials Used: UV Resin | File Formats Used: .CTB (Lychee or Chitubox) |
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Elegoo Saturn
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Maximum Work Surface: 192mm x 120mm x 200mm | Materials Used: UV Resin | File Formats Used: .CTB (Lychee or Chitubox) |
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