Prusa 3D Printer

 

The Prusa is a hobby class prototyping machine that heats up solid plastic to print 3D parts. In the Maker Lab we have several Prusa i3 MK3S, Prusa MK4, and Prusa Mini 3D Printers as well as the Prusa XL.

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Quick Reference

Training Required: Basic Training and FFF 3D Printer Training

MK3S Workspace: 250x210x210mm (9.8x8.3x8.3 inches)

MK4 Workspace: 250x210x220mm (9.8x8.3x8.6 inches)

XL Workspace: 360x360x360mm (14.1x14.1x14.1 inches) with 5 head tool changer for multi-material prints

Mini Workspace: 180x180x180mm (7x7x7 inches)

MK3S/MK4/XL Materials: PLA, ABS,Flex PP, Ninjaflex, Nylon, and more

Mini Materials: PLA, PETG, ASA, ABS, Flex

File Types: STL, 3MF, OBJ

Material Fees: Prints are charged based on material use. Pricing available in the Maker Lab.

Common Terminology: Raft- a base that is printed to create a foundation for the part(s) to be printed on top of; Skirt- an outline that is printed to clean the extruder without touching the part; Brim- a specialized type of skirt that touches the part and is useful for increasing the surface area for small parts

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Video Links

Prusa 3D YouTube Channel

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Software

Software for creating 3D model:

You can use any 3D modeling software that can save as a STL, 3MF, or OBJ. Here are some free options.

AutoDesk Suite offers free software. Recommend Fusion 360 for experienced or TinkerCAD for beginners

Recommended software for slicing 3D model to send to 3D printer:

Prusa Slicer

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Manufacture Information

Prusa 3D Website

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Sample Projects

Build Plate Adhesion Sample Sample print to show the various types of build plate adhesion (skirt, brim, raft) when printing. You can also print models to be used for prototyping, final production, gifts, and more. The acrylic plate the samples are mounted to was engraved and cut in the laser cutter. The engraving was then painted in to add contrast.

Other Resources for ideas include--

Thingiverse and Printables for 3D printer ideas