Digital Fabrication 101: Simple Ways to 3D Model for Laser Cutting & 3D Printing
Digi-Fab
A Collection of Tools
Digital fabrication refers to the use of computer-controlled tools and processes to create physical objects from digital designs. It's an umbrella term that encompasses various technologies, including 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC machining, and more
3D Printer
Laser Cutter
Vinyl Cutter / Plotter
CNC Milling Machine
Waterjet Cutter
What is Tinkercad?
Tinkercad is a fun and easy-to-use computer program that helps you make 3D designs.
https://www.tinkercad.com
Go to tinkercad.com
Make your Account
Click on "Create your first 3D design"
choose a cube to start
change it's size!
add more shapes if you want!
2 MINUTE TINKERCAD BEGINNER TUTORIAL
Tinkercad
Resources
Tinkercad has a variety of built-in resources including a learning center with dozens of step-by-step tutorials and a collection of challenges.
Tinkercad
You can find exciting files in the post below, click on each link
3D Print
3D Export
Click Export
when you are done designing and select STL as your file type
2D Laser Cut
2D Export
Click Export
when you are done designing and select SVG as your file type
3D Printing
Slicer Workflow
3D Printing
Export your 3d design as STL file
download 🌐 PrusaSlicer
Choose i3 MK3S & MK3S+
import your STL file
Use this tool to move the object
Use this tool to scale the object
Use this tool to rotate the object
Use this tool to place a specific object's face onto the ground.
Use this tool to cut the object
Infill is how much you want the object to be filled from the inside
Choose the printer you are going to print this design on
Supports provide stability and prevent overhangs during the printing process.
Choose how detailed you want your model to be, keep in mind;
more details = more printing time
Finally, Export G-code and copy it to an SD card
By sliding this slider, you can see all the layers of the design
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