The Form Fuse 1+ is a selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printer that works with powdered material. In the Maker Lab we have a 30W Form Fuse 1+ printer along with a Fuse Sift and media blaster for removing excess powder during post-processing.
Quick Reference
Training Required: Basic Training and SLS 3D Printer Training
Workspace: 165 × 165 × 300mm (6.5 x 6.5 x11.8 inches), layer height 110 microns
Materials: Nylon 12
File Types: STL, OBJ, 3MF
Material Fees: Prints are charged based on material use.
Common Terminology: SLS- (Selective Laser Sintering) a form of 3D printing in which a laser is used to fuse powdered material to produce the part layer by layer
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Software
Software for creating 3D model:
You can use any 3D modeling software that can save as an STL, 3MF, or OBJ.
AutoDesk Suite offers free software. Recommend Fusion 360 for experienced or TinkerCAD for beginners.
Software for slicing 3D model to send to 3D printer:
Manufacture Information
Design Specifications for 3D Models
Sample Projects
Other Resources for ideas include--
Thingiverse for 3D printer ideas