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'''⚠️ SAFETY GLASSES REQUIRED WHEN REMOVING SUPPORTS OR POST-PROCESSING ⚠️'''
'''⚠️ SAFETY GLASSES REQUIRED WHEN REMOVING SUPPORTS OR POST-PROCESSING ⚠️'''


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'''⚠️ NEVER LEAVE THE FIRST LAYER UNATTENDED — CHECK LONG PRINTS PERIODICALLY ⚠️'''
 
== 📋 Before You Print — Member Checklist ==
 
'''A few quick steps every time you start a print — please don't skip these:'''
 
# '''🏷️ Label your print with a sticky note.''' Write your '''name''' (and a '''phone number and/or email''' if you can) on a sticky note and attach it to the printer you're using. If a print fails or there's an issue, we need to know whose job it is and how to reach you.
# '''⚖️ Write down the filament weight.''' Note the '''weight the slicer estimated''' (in grams) on your sticky note. This is how we track material use for paying for filament — jot it down before you walk away.
# '''👀 Don't hit print and leave.''' '''Stay for the first few layers''' and make sure they're going down cleanly with good bed adhesion. The first layer is where most prints fail — catching a bad start here saves your whole print (and everyone's filament and time).


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== Desired Tools ==
== 📋 Before You Print — Member Checklist ==
Tools and equipment we would like to acquire for this area.


=== FDM / FFF Printers ===
'''A few quick steps every time you start a print — please don't skip these:'''
* Enclosed FDM Printer - For ABS/ASA and temperature-sensitive prints
* Large Format Printer - 300mm+ build volume
* Multi-Material Printer - For supports or multi-color
* High-Speed Printer - For rapid prototyping
 
=== Resin Printers ===
* MSLA Resin Printer - For detailed prints
* Large Format Resin Printer
* Wash and Cure Station


=== Support Equipment ===
* '''🏷️ Label your print with a sticky note.''' Write your '''name''' (and a '''phone number and/or email''' if you can) on a sticky note and attach it to the printer you're using. If a print fails or there's an issue, we need to know whose job it is and how to reach you.
* Filament Dry Box / Dehydrator
* '''⚖️ Write down the filament weight.''' Note the '''weight the slicer estimated''' (in grams) on your sticky note. This is how we track material use for paying for filament — jot it down before you walk away.
* Enclosure with ventilation
* '''👀 Don't hit print and leave.''' '''Stay for the first few layers''' and make sure they're going down cleanly with good bed adhesion. The first layer is where most prints fail — catching a bad start here saves your whole print (and everyone's filament and time).
* Air Filtration - HEPA + activated carbon
* UPS / Battery Backup


=== Post-Processing ===
=== 💵 Paying for Filament ===
* Heat Gun
* Soldering Iron - For smoothing and repairs
* Rotary Tool (Dremel)
* Sandpaper and Files
* Spray Booth - For painting


== Tools We Own ==
Once you know your print's weight, pay for the material you used. There are three easy ways:


=== FDM / FFF Printers ===
* '''Deposit bucket''' — drop your payment in the deposit bucket inside the 3D printing room
* '''Scan the QR code''' — posted in the 3D printing room
* '''Pay online''' — use the links below for the material you printed with


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable" style="width:100%;"
|-
! Item !! Model !! Specifications !! Safety Training Required !! Owner's Manual
|-
|-
| ''Example: FDM Printer'' || ''Prusa MK4'' || ''250x210x220mm, direct drive'' || ''Yes'' || ''[https://example.com/manual Link]''
! Material !! Pay Online
|-
|-
| ''Example: FDM Printer'' || ''Bambu Lab X1 Carbon'' || ''256x256x256mm, enclosed, AMS'' || ''Yes'' || ''[https://example.com/manual Link]''
| '''PLA''' || [https://grandrivermakerspace.org/products/basic-pla Pay for PLA →]
|-
|-
| ''Example: Large Format'' || ''Creality CR-10'' || ''300x300x400mm'' || ''Yes'' || ''[https://example.com/manual Link]''
| '''ABS / ASA / TPU''' || [https://grandrivermakerspace.org/products/basic-abs-asa-or-tpu Pay for ABS / ASA / TPU →]
|-
|-
| || || || ||
| '''Polycarbonate''' || [https://grandrivermakerspace.org/products/basic-polycarbonate Pay for Polycarbonate →]
|}
|}


=== Resin Printers ===
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{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Item !! Model !! Specifications !! Safety Training Required !! Owner's Manual
|-
| ''Example: MSLA Printer'' || ''Elegoo Saturn 3'' || ''218x123x250mm, 12K resolution'' || ''Yes - Mandatory'' || ''[https://example.com/manual Link]''
|-
| ''Example: Wash & Cure'' || ''Anycubic Wash & Cure Plus'' || ''192x120x290mm capacity'' || ''Yes'' || ''[https://example.com/manual Link]''
|-
| || || || ||
|}
 
=== Support Equipment ===
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Item !! Model !! Specifications !! Safety Training Required !! Owner's Manual
|-
| ''Example: Filament Dryer'' || ''Sunlu S2'' || ''Dual spool, up to 70°C'' || ''No'' || ''[https://example.com/manual Link]''
|-
| ''Example: Air Filter'' || ''BOFA 3D PrintPro 3'' || ''HEPA + gas filtration'' || ''No'' || ''[https://example.com/manual Link]''
|-
| || || || ||
|}
 
=== Post-Processing Tools ===
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Item !! Model !! Specifications !! Safety Training Required !! Owner's Manual
|-
| ''Example: Rotary Tool'' || ''Dremel 4000'' || ''Variable speed, flex shaft'' || ''Yes'' || ''[https://example.com/manual Link]''
|-
| ''Example: Heat Gun'' || ''Wagner HT1000'' || ''750-1000°F'' || ''Yes'' || ''[https://example.com/manual Link]''
|-
| || || || ||
|}
 
== Safety & Usage Information ==
 
=== General Safety Rules ===
* Complete training before using any printer
* Sign in/out on equipment log
* Never leave prints unattended for extended periods (especially first layer)
* Report jams, failures, and maintenance issues
* Clean up after your print job
 
=== FDM Printer Safety ===
* '''Hot surfaces''' - Nozzle reaches 250°C+, bed reaches 100°C+
* Do not touch nozzle or heated bed during or immediately after printing
* Allow parts to cool before removing from bed
* Use scraper carefully to avoid injury
* Keep flammable materials away from printer
* Ensure adequate ventilation, especially for ABS/ASA
 
=== Resin Printer Safety ===
* '''Nitrile gloves are MANDATORY when handling resin'''
* '''Safety glasses required when working with resin'''
* Uncured resin is toxic and a skin sensitizer
* Work in well-ventilated area or use enclosure with extraction
* Do not pour resin down drain - cure and dispose properly
* UV light can damage eyes - never look directly at UV source
* Wash skin contact immediately with soap and water
* Keep resin away from heat and direct sunlight
 
=== Fume Safety ===
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Material !! Fume Risk !! Ventilation Required
|-
| PLA || Low || Recommended
|-
| PETG || Low-Medium || Recommended
|-
| ABS || High - Styrene fumes || '''Required - Enclosed + Filtered'''
|-
| ASA || High - Styrene fumes || '''Required - Enclosed + Filtered'''
|-
| Nylon || Medium - May emit irritants || Required
|-
| Resin (all types) || High - VOCs || '''Required - Enclosed + Filtered'''
|}
 
=== Post-Processing Safety ===
* '''Wear safety glasses when removing supports'''
* Use dust mask when sanding
* Heat guns can cause burns - use carefully
* Sharp tools (scrapers, knives) - cut away from body
* Spray painting - use spray booth or outdoors, wear respirator
 
=== Material Storage ===
* Keep filament dry - use sealed containers with desiccant
* Store resin in cool, dark place
* Resin has shelf life - check expiration
* Label all materials clearly


=== Approved Materials ===
== 3D Printers ==
* '''Enclosed CoreXY Printers''' — Fast, versatile machines good for most work. Enclosure allows ABS/ASA in addition to PLA and PETG.
** '''[[Bambu_Lab_X1C|Bambu Lab X1 Carbon]]''' — Fully enclosed, AMS multi-color/multi-material, lidar first-layer inspection. Our most automated printer; great for reliable multi-color prints. 📄 [[Bambu_Lab_X1C|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]
** '''[[Elegoo_Centauri_Carbon|Elegoo Centauri Carbon]]''' (×3) — Enclosed CoreXY workhorses; our primary everyday machines. Fast, easy to use, filtered enclosure. 📄 [[Elegoo_Centauri_Carbon|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]


==== FDM Filaments ====
* '''[[CreatBot_F430|CreatBot F430]]''' — Large-format, fully enclosed, heated chamber (70°C) with dual extruders reaching 420°C. For engineering materials (Nylon, PC, CF) and large industrial parts. ⚠️ Advanced machine — training required. 📄 [[CreatBot_F430|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Material !! Enclosure Required !! Notes
|-
| PLA || No || Beginner-friendly, low odor
|-
| PETG || No || Good strength, easy to print
|-
| TPU/TPE || No || Flexible, requires slower speeds
|-
| ABS || '''Yes''' || Requires enclosure and ventilation
|-
| ASA || '''Yes''' || UV resistant, requires enclosure
|-
| Nylon || '''Yes''' || Moisture-sensitive, needs drying
|-
| PC (Polycarbonate) || '''Yes''' || High temp, requires approval
|-
| Carbon Fiber filled || No || Abrasive - use hardened nozzle only
|}


==== Resins ====
* '''[[Elegoo_OrangeStorm_Giga|Elegoo Orange Storm Giga]]''' — Massive-format open-frame printer (800×800×1000mm) with four independent heated PEI beds. Upgraded to the custom '''Open OrangeStorm''' operating system — it runs differently than our stock machines. ⚠️ Guidance required — see a volunteer before use. 📄 [[Elegoo_OrangeStorm_Giga|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Resin Type !! Notes
|-
| Standard UV Resin || General purpose, good detail
|-
| Water Washable Resin || Easier cleanup, still requires gloves
|-
| ABS-Like Resin || More durable, higher shrinkage
|-
| Flexible Resin || Shore hardness varies
|-
| Castable Resin || For lost wax casting - requires approval
|}


=== Waste Disposal ===
* '''[[Anycubic_Kobra_Max|Anycubic Kobra Max]]''' — Large-format open-frame Bowden printer (400×400×450mm). GRM's go-to for oversized single PLA prints. Open frame — PLA/PETG only. 📄 [[Anycubic_Kobra_Max|Full Machine Wiki Guide →]]
* Failed PLA prints - can go in trash
* Failed ABS/other prints - check local recycling
* Uncured resin - cure with UV before disposal
* Resin-contaminated IPA - evaporate and cure residue, dispose properly
* Never pour resin or contaminated liquids down drain


=== Emergency Procedures ===
* '''[[Ultimaker_3_extended|Ultimaker 3 Extended]]''' — Open-frame dual-extrusion printer with swappable print cores and auto nozzle-lifting.
* Fire extinguisher location: ''[TO BE FILLED IN]''
* First aid kit location: ''[TO BE FILLED IN]''
* Emergency contact: ''[TO BE FILLED IN]''
* Eye wash station location: ''[TO BE FILLED IN]'' (required for resin area)
* Skin contact with resin: Wash immediately with soap and water
* Eye contact with resin: Flush with water for 15 minutes, seek medical attention

Latest revision as of 14:28, 19 July 2026

3D Printing Area

⚠️ SAFETY GLASSES REQUIRED WHEN REMOVING SUPPORTS OR POST-PROCESSING ⚠️

⚠️ NEVER LEAVE THE FIRST LAYER UNATTENDED — CHECK LONG PRINTS PERIODICALLY ⚠️

📋 Before You Print — Member Checklist

A few quick steps every time you start a print — please don't skip these:

  • 🏷️ Label your print with a sticky note. Write your name (and a phone number and/or email if you can) on a sticky note and attach it to the printer you're using. If a print fails or there's an issue, we need to know whose job it is and how to reach you.
  • ⚖️ Write down the filament weight. Note the weight the slicer estimated (in grams) on your sticky note. This is how we track material use for paying for filament — jot it down before you walk away.
  • 👀 Don't hit print and leave. Stay for the first few layers and make sure they're going down cleanly with good bed adhesion. The first layer is where most prints fail — catching a bad start here saves your whole print (and everyone's filament and time).

💵 Paying for Filament

Once you know your print's weight, pay for the material you used. There are three easy ways:

  • Deposit bucket — drop your payment in the deposit bucket inside the 3D printing room
  • Scan the QR code — posted in the 3D printing room
  • Pay online — use the links below for the material you printed with
Material Pay Online
PLA Pay for PLA →
ABS / ASA / TPU Pay for ABS / ASA / TPU →
Polycarbonate Pay for Polycarbonate →

3D Printers

  • Enclosed CoreXY Printers — Fast, versatile machines good for most work. Enclosure allows ABS/ASA in addition to PLA and PETG.
  • CreatBot F430 — Large-format, fully enclosed, heated chamber (70°C) with dual extruders reaching 420°C. For engineering materials (Nylon, PC, CF) and large industrial parts. ⚠️ Advanced machine — training required. 📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide →
  • Elegoo Orange Storm Giga — Massive-format open-frame printer (800×800×1000mm) with four independent heated PEI beds. Upgraded to the custom Open OrangeStorm operating system — it runs differently than our stock machines. ⚠️ Guidance required — see a volunteer before use. 📄 Full Machine Wiki Guide →
  • Ultimaker 3 Extended — Open-frame dual-extrusion printer with swappable print cores and auto nozzle-lifting.
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