Kumpix course · Lesson 17

3D printing and the casting tree

Preparing for the printer and casting

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In this lesson

Orients the model for printing and adds supports, builds a casting tree, and exports STL / 3MF / STEP / 3dm.

  • Prepare for Print: orientation and supports
  • The casting tree: copies, sprues, metal estimate
  • Mesh repair
  • Export: STL, 3MF, STEP, Rhino .3dm