3D Printing - Study

EXPERIMENT -1
To Study of 3D Printing
Introduction: - 3D printing allows for rapid prototyping and onsite manufacturing of products.
Initially done with plastic, 3D printing now uses new techniques with new materials, such as
aluminum, bronze, and glass. Biomaterials are also being incorporated, such as 3D printing ear
cartilage and liver tissue. As the 3D printing industry grows, 3D printing will become a big
part of many engineering fields.
Flow layout of Pre 3D Printing
Components of 3D Printer: -
1. axes
Fixed Rods The three axes that the 3D printer utilizes are on the Cartesian coordinate
system. The linear fixed rods are maintained at right angles to each other and each
represents a coordinate axis.
Movement The timing belts and pulleys allow the movement of the hot end (or the print
bed, depending on the type of 3D printer) along each axes according to the g-code
(generated by slicing software). The stepper motors power this movement.
2. Extruder
Extrusion is the feeding of filament into the hot end of the 3D printer. This movement
is also powered by a stepper motor.
Retraction This mechanism is the pulling of the melted filament from the hot end. This
movement is primarily programmed through the g-code to prevent the formation of
unwanted filament creating a bridge between two areas. The bridging of unwanted
filament is referred to as stringing or the formation of cobwebs.
Dual Extrusion Some models of 3D printers are equipped with dual extrusion
capabilities. This allows for mixed material objects to be printed. Dual extrusion can be
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used to print out complex objects with a different colour material as the support, making
it easy to differentiate between the object and the support.
3. Hot End
The hot end is heated to temperatures ranging from 160 C to 250 C, depending on the
type of filament to be used. The hot end melts the filament and pushes the melted
filament through the nozzle. The hot end needs to be thermally insulated from the other
components of the 3D printer to prevent any damage.
4. Print Bed
Heated Print beds that are heated improve print quality of 3D printed objects. The
heated bed is heated to the glass transition temperature of the filament being used. This
allows the model layers to slightly melt and stick to the heated bed.
Non-Heated Print beds that are not heated require adhesion in the form of glue, tape,
hairspray, etc. In the innovation lab, painters tape is frequently used for adhesion.
5. Filament
Filament is a consumable used by the 3D printer to print layers. Filament comes in a
variety of materials and colors. Filament can be composed of metal, wood, clay,
biomaterials, carbon fiber, etc.
i). ABS: - ABS is a thermoplastic that needs to be heated to temperatures from 210C to
250C. ABS can only be printed on a 3D printer with a heated bed, which prevents the
cracking of the object. When ABS is heated, it emits a strong unpleasant odor. ABS
requires a complete enclosure while printing.
ii). PLA: - PLA is a thermoplastic that needs to be heated to temperatures from 160C
to 220C. PLA is also biodegradable and emits slight odors. PLA is most frequently used
in the Innovation Lab on all 3D printers.
PVA PVA is a water soluble plastic that is frequently used for support in dual extrusion 3D
printers. The printed object is left in water where the PVA support is dissolved and the finished
object printed in the other filament remains.
Preparing your 3D Model in CAD Software: -
CAD software is used to create 3D models and designs. This software is available on our
computers and the level of difficulty varies. With the exception of Sketch up Pro and the
industry standard software mentioned, all of these programs are available on the innovation lab
computers.
Solid works main idea is user to create drawing directly in 3D or solid form. From this solid
user can assemble it directly on their workstation checking clashes and functionality of it.
Creating drawing is pretty easy just drag and drop the solid to drawing block.
Preparing your 3D Model for print in Idea maker software:-
These are following step for 3D printing of model
1. Install the 3D print software idea maker
2. Check repair option in this software
3. Set the nozzle parameter and build tack temperature according to the printer guide.
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Step:-1 Prepare the design Model using Designing Software(Solids Work,Autocad etc.)
Step:-2 Convert the designed Model file in Stl ,obj format.
Step:-3 Prepare the design model for printing Using Software Idea Maker and Ultimaker. Then
set all parameter (nozzle temp., buildtak temp and support) and also repair your design using
software option. Then after generate the file in gcode format
Step:-4 ON the 3D Printer and load the filament in nozzle and give the command print by using
3D Printing Machine.
Precaution of 3D Printer machine: -
These are some following precaution when you print the design in 3D Printer
1. Mechanical: Do not place limbs inside the build area while the nozzle is in motion. The
printer nozzle moves in order to create the object.
2. High Temperature: Do not touch the printer nozzle – it is heated to a high temperature
in order to melt the build material.
3. Always buy replacement parts from the manufacturer for safety related equipment
4. Choose an area that has adequate ventilation and exhaust capability
Safety Equipment: -
• Safety Glasses
• Gloves (recommended for postprocessing)
Application of 3D Printer: -
• Automotive • Medical
• Marine • Engineering
• Aerospace • Architecture
Advantages: -
• Complex shapes • Less waste

• Freedom for design • Fewer unsold products
• Customize parts • Less transport
Limitations: -
• Time
• Cost
• Skill
• Materials
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