2014
Lynda
Kacie Hultgren
1:05
English

MakerBot 3D printers are some of the most popular and affordable printers around. Kacie Hultgren also shows you how useful they can be. Dive in and learn how to get the most from your MakerBot, set it up correctly, and prepare a basic 3D model for print. Explore when and why to use custom settings like rafts and support material, and learn to troubleshoot problems so you can keep your MakerBot running smoothly.
Want more? Check out Up and Running with 3D Printing for information on creating your own 3D designs to print and other 3D printing technology on the market.

Introduction
Welcome
Recommendations for teachers using this course
1. Introducing 3D Printing with MakerBot
Introducing the Replicator series
2. Getting Set Up with the Replicator 2 and 2X
Getting started with the Replicator 2 series
Loading the filament with the Replicator 2 series
Preparing the plate with the Replicator 2
Preparing the plate with the Replicator 2X
Leveling the platform with the Replicator 2 series
3. Getting Set Up with the Replicator 5th Generation
Getting started with the Replicator 5th Generation
Unloading the filament with the Replicator 5th Generation
Preparing the plate with the Replicator 5th Generation
Leveling the platform with the Replicator 5th Generation
Loading the filament with the Replicator 5th Generation
4. Preparing a 3D Model
Introducing MakerBot Desktop
Exploring and downloading
Orienting a design
Printing via external media
Printing via direct connection
Removing a print
5. Slicing in Depth
Structure of a 3D print
When to use a raft
Support material
Exploring resolution
Choosing shells and infill
Exploring speed
Creating a custom slicing profile
6. Troubleshooting Problems
Troubleshooting basics
Fixing leveling issues
Extruder maintenance for the Replicator 2 series
Maintaining the Smart Extruder
Fixing scale issues
Fixing incorrect geometry
Conclusion
Next steps

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