Difference between revisions of "Formbytes"
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| − | *First download the program [https://ultimaker.com/en/products/cura-software here], proceed to open the downloaded installer. Select your language and hit "Next". Now tick the option "Other" and hit "Next". Now | + | *First download the program [https://ultimaker.com/en/products/cura-software here], proceed to open the downloaded installer. Select your language and hit "Next". Now tick the option "Other" and hit "Next". Now tick the option "Custom..." and hit "Next". |
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*Enter the settings like displayed in the image above and hit "Finish".Cura should open itself imediately. What is left to do is configurating. First change the layer weight from 0.3 to 0.2. Now hover with your mouse over "File" and select "Open Profile". Now search for the "formbytes_standard.ini". depending on where you saved it, you should find it rather easily. In case you have not downloaded this file yet, you can download it here: [[File:Formbytes_standard.zip]]. Open the file and Cura should be configurated. | *Enter the settings like displayed in the image above and hit "Finish".Cura should open itself imediately. What is left to do is configurating. First change the layer weight from 0.3 to 0.2. Now hover with your mouse over "File" and select "Open Profile". Now search for the "formbytes_standard.ini". depending on where you saved it, you should find it rather easily. In case you have not downloaded this file yet, you can download it here: [[File:Formbytes_standard.zip]]. Open the file and Cura should be configurated. | ||
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Plug the electricity cable into the Formbytes One. | Plug the electricity cable into the Formbytes One. | ||
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| − | [[File:Formbytes move 0point1 mm.JPG|border|250px]] | + | [[File:Formbytes move 0point1 mm.JPG|border|250px]] [[File:Formbytes_print_from_sd.JPG|border|250px]] [[File:Formbytes_extruder.JPG|border|250px]] [[File:Formbytes_move_axis.JPG|border|250px]] |
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Revision as of 12:51, 29 April 2016
Contents
Formbytes One
FormBytes One is a professional-quality 3D printer sold in a kit easy to assemble. It is available in a fun and attractive range of colors to choose from.
Characteristics
| FormBytes One v1 (2015) | FormBytes One v2 (2016) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall dimensions (W x D x H) | Approx. 28 * 31 * 43 mm | Approx. 28 * 31 * 43 mm |
| Printing Area | 150*150*100 mm | 150*150*100 mm |
| Max. height of workpiece | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Max. processing speed | ? cm / second, acceleration ?g | ? cm / second, acceleration ?g |
| Resolution | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Accuracy | Addressable accuracy: ? microm Static repeat accuracy: < +/- ?microm |
Addressable accuracy: ? microm Static repeat accuracy: < +/- ?microm |
| Weight | Approx. ?kg | Approx. ?kg |
Precaution
- Unplug electricity if not in use
- never leave hotend heated when machine is not in use
Turning on the machine
Recommended Software
CURA
Installation
- First download the program here, proceed to open the downloaded installer. Select your language and hit "Next". Now tick the option "Other" and hit "Next". Now tick the option "Custom..." and hit "Next".
- Enter the settings like displayed in the image above and hit "Finish".Cura should open itself imediately. What is left to do is configurating. First change the layer weight from 0.3 to 0.2. Now hover with your mouse over "File" and select "Open Profile". Now search for the "formbytes_standard.ini". depending on where you saved it, you should find it rather easily. In case you have not downloaded this file yet, you can download it here: File:Formbytes standard.zip. Open the file and Cura should be configurated.
FreeCAD
FreeCAD - OpenSource Parametric Modelling Software
Printing a modell
CURA Preparation
Make sure you have a SD card with enough memory left connected to your computer. Open Cura. Delete the ultimaker robot. Now hover with your mouse over "File" in the upper lefthand corner and select "Load model file" (Shortcut: CTRL+L). Search for the file you chose to print and open it. A icon labeled "toolpath to SD" should appear on the screen. Click it. Eject the SD card and connect it to the Formbytes One.
Formbytes One Preparation
Plug the electricity cable into the Formbytes One.
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