The lab has several Prusa MK3S 3D printers.
Recommended software: PrusaSlicer
All Prusa Printers run on FW 3.12.2 (18.03.2023)
¶ Materials and Printsheets
Textured Printsheets can be used for any filament
Please don't print PETG/CPE on the Smooth Sheets
PETG tends to fuse to PEI and never come of ever again
Use the Textured Bed for PETG
PLA/ABS/ASA is okay
PolyPropylene on smooth Sheets are best if you apply transparent packing Tape first
This is a very basic guide for using PrusaSlicer to generate G-code. Check Prusa's Knowledge Base for comprehensive details.
The standard input file format for a 3D printer is G-code. To generate it, you will need:
- Your computer
- PrusaSlicer
- Your model file in a supported file format (common ones are STL or 3MF).
- An SD card (a full-size one, not MicroSD) - you can find SD cards in the drawer below the printers or in the printers themselves.
- An SD card USB reader (if your computer can't read them natively). We have several to the left of the Prusa printers. Remember to bring them back when you're done!
To generate G-code for your object:
- Load the STL or 3MF file into PrusaSlicer (File > Import... > Import 3MF/STL/STEP/OBJ/AFT...).
- Orient your object for how you want it printed. The "Place on face" button on the left-hand toolbar is useful for this, or you can perform it manually.
- Ensure you have enough supports to support your model while printing. We recommend organic supports. Without supports your model won't print properly. For smaller models, use a brim to prevent it getting dragged around by the printer nozzle.
- Click "Slice now" on bottom right.
- Click "Export G-Code" and save to your SD card.
- Eject the SD card from your computer.
Check the FDM Printing Guide