Cura is the software used by our Ultimaker 3D printers for preparing a model for printing. This document serves as an instructional write-up explaining how to download and 3D print text objects. Using Cura to prepare 3D models to print. The only software needed is a 3D printer slicing application. This instructional will be specifically for the free software, Ultimaker Cura, version 3.4.1. After downloading, run the installation wizard. Select download and choose your operating system. Note, other versions of Cura or other slicing software packages may not share the exact same user interface, but the general steps for 3D printing a digital file should be applicable. To install Ultimaker Cura, please visit the software product page on our website. Downloading STL Filesįirst navigate to and select the object you would like to download. You can also use the preview window to view the different 3D models. Select the download button to begin downloading the object in the form of a. STL file has been downloaded, open up Cura. Trusted by the worlds top designers and engineers. The general layout of the application can be seen below. They use 2.85 mm filament and unlock the full power of UltiMaker Cura to simplify your workflow. If this is your first time using Cura, you will have to configure your 3D printer settings so that the software understands the parameters of your machine. At this point, you should add the model of 3D printer that most closely resembles the model you will be using.Īll settings can be found in Preferences à Configure Cura, shown below.įrom here, select Printers à Add. Select “Other” if your model is not listed. - Everything in Essentials, plus: - Unlimited storage in Digital Library - Open CAD files in UltiMaker Cura - In-depth. After establishing your model 3D printer, select Machine Settings. Enter all the settings for your specific printer.
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