Checklist for Successful File Submission
Files MUST:
- be exported to .STL format, one model per file
- We will not print any STLs that contain more than one model
- be less than 14"x10"x14", scaled in inches
- pass the Shapeways tests for "White Processed Versatile Plastic" (3D Tools)
- You must provide a screenshot of the test results (contains checkmarks and render of your model) for each file
- If you change your file in any way after you run through Shapeways, you need to run it through again
- We will not print any files without an associated screenshot
- You must provide a screenshot of the test results (contains checkmarks and render of your model) for each file
- have no naked edges
- We will not print any files containing naked edges
- have a minimum feature thickness of 1/16".
- We will not print any files containing feature thickness under 1/16"
- 1/16" is the minimum for simple and rectilinear geometries
- More complex geometries (such as curves) should be thicker to avoid printing issues
- Even if your model passes Shapeways with no warnings, your print may break if complex features are 1/16"
Preparing to Submit
Naked Edges Test
- Export the STL file from your 3D modeling software of choice.
- Rhino
- Run your model through the naked edges test (instructions below) in Rhino and make sure there are no naked edges:
- Select your entire model and then go to the "Analyze" menu on the toolbar, then click on "EdgeTools," then "Show Edges."
- Select "Naked Edges" and confirm that nothing gets highlighted.
- If there are highlighted lines, please fix these before coming to the desk, as we will not print any files containing naked edges.
- Run your model through the naked edges test (instructions below) in Rhino and make sure there are no naked edges:
3DS Max
Utilize the "STL Check" Modifier to check for model water-tightness. Water-tightness is a property of a mesh without holes or naked edges and thus would not theoretically admit any water or fluid.
Shapeways Test
Create a free account at Shapeways and click the "Upload" button to test your .STL file
After uploading, go to "My Models"
Click on the "..." and then "Open in 3D Tools"
Note that this can take anywhere from a few seconds to many hours to process
- Shapeways upload filesize limit is 64 mb
- If your file is too large for Shapeways, use the reduce mesh command in Rhino: ReduceMesh command
- Shapeways upload filesize limit is 64 mb
The model must receive all green checks mark for "White Natural Versatile Plastic"
The photo below shows an example of the quality check results on Shapeways–this model didn't pass all of the required tests
Submission
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You must purchase a Digital Fabrication Subscription for the semester in order to 3D Print. Failure to follow the submission steps below will result in you needing to make changes and resubmit. We don't allow any custom slicing settings. |
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Our internal process can take up to 48 hours before you receive the first confirmation of your 3D Print request. Please factor this initial lead time into your expectations when submitting a 3D Print request. We have other responsibilities at the Tech Desk unrelated to 3D Printing, so we don’t have the bandwidth to prioritize your request if you come the basement upon submission. |
Raise3D Process
Review the 3D Printing Policies page before beginning the next step
Export your STL from Rhino
Repair your STL in Netfabb
Export repaired STL
Import your repaired STL into ideaMaker
Upload your prepared ideaMaker file and Netfabb screenshot(s) in a zipped folder named YYYY-MM-DD_EID_Group-#_[copies] to be tested and priced
Upload link (you must log into Box before uploading)
Folder name examples:
2023-01-09_eid123_Group-1_[3]
You're submitting a single group (.idea file) and need three copies
2023-01-09_eid123_Group-2_[1]
You're submitting two groups (.idea files) and need a single copy
E-mail the following details of your 3D print request to the SOA Tech Desk (soatechdesk@utexas.edu)
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- E-mail your prepared STL file(s) and Shapeways screenshot(s) in a folder (EID_3Dprint_date) to the Tech Desk 3D Print Intake folder (3D_Prin.kwv99bmk98xjbte3@u.box.com) to be tested, approved, and priced.
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- If your model passes the test, we will apply the $5 toward your print.
- If your model fails the test or has any warnings, the charge will apply to What I Owe, and we will not print your 3D print.
- You will have to adjust your STL file and resubmit your files using the checklist.*
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The number of .idea files you have uploaded
DO NOT send us multiple e-mails if you're submitting more than one group (.idea file), just include the information in one e-mail
The number of parts in each .idea file
Make sure each independent model is an individual .STL
The number of copies you need of each .idea file
The Tech Desk will respond to your e-mail with a print time and cost estimate for each .idea
You must respond to us with either approval or cancellation
Please note that our internal process takes time, and we will respond to you only once we have completed it
With your approval, we will add your print to the queue
The estimated time only calculates print time, not time in the queue
We will notify you when your files are sent to a printer
You will pay for your model via What I Owe*
You will receive an email notifying you when your parts are ready for pickup
If you do not pick up your print, you will still be charged the full amount to your What I Owe
Stratasys Process
Review the 3D Printing Policies page before beginning the next step
Export your STL from Rhino
Repair your STL in Netfabb
Export repaired STL
Upload your prepared STL file and Netfabb screenshot(s) in a zipped folder named YYYY-MM-DD_EID_Model-#_[copies] to be tested and priced
Upload link (you must log into Box before uploading)
Folder name examples:
2023-01-09_eid123_Model-1_[3]
You need three copies
2023-01-09_eid123_Model-2_[1]
You need a single copy
E-mail the following details of your 3D print request to the SOA Tech Desk (soatechdesk@utexas.edu)
The number of .STL files you have uploaded
DO NOT send us multiple e-mails if you're submitting more than one model, just include the information in one e-mail
The number of copies you need of each .idea file
The Tech Desk will respond to your e-mail with a print time and cost estimate for
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each model
You must respond to us with either approval or cancellation
Please note that our internal process takes time, and we will respond to you only once we have completed it
With your approval, we will add your print to the queue
The estimated time only calculates print time, not time in the queue
We will notify you when your files are sent to a printer
You will pay for your model via What I Owe
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You will receive an email notifying you when your parts are ready for pickup
If you do not pick up your print, you
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will still
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be charged
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the full
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amount to your What I Owe
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Faculty must include an account number to charge when submitting 3D Prints.
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