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You'll need to turn your 3D model into toolpaths that the printer understands. This involves "slicing" your model into a bunch of layers. To do this, we'll need some software. | You'll need to turn your 3D model into toolpaths that the printer understands. This involves "slicing" your model into a bunch of layers. To do this, we'll need some software. | ||
For the Replicator, it's best to stick with [http://replicat.org | For the Replicator, it's best to stick with [http://replicat.org MakerWare]. There are plenty of other options which you can try if you're adventurous, but MakerWare has been developed by MakerBot to provide the easiest possible experience. | ||
#Drag and drop your STL into the model environment | #Drag and drop your STL into the model environment | ||
#Use the "Move", "Rotate", and "Scale" functions to alter your model as needed (remember to click "View" before trying to rotate the view again) | #Use the "Move", "Rotate", and "Scale" functions to alter your model as needed (remember to click "View" before trying to rotate the view again) | ||
#Click " | #Click on your model, and select your extruder under the "Object" menu on the bottom left (make sure to use the right extruder while the left one isn't working) | ||
#Click "Make" | |||
#Click " | #Select "Export to a File", and export for "The Replicator (Dual)" | ||
# | #The 3 default profiles (low, standard, high) are a good place to start (but keep in mind that the "high" setting will take much longer to slice) | ||
# | #Make sure "Raft" is selected | ||
#If your model has significant bridges or overhang, make sure "Supports" is also selected | |||
===Loading a file in the printer=== | ===Loading a file in the printer=== | ||
