3D Printers

Question 1

What is a 3D printer?

Answer 1

A 3D printer “prints” in 3D dimension. It creates a 3D model based on an electronic model. It builds in layers to create the model.

Question 2

What is another term for 3D printing?

Answer 2

additive manufacturing

Question 3

What is a benefit to using a 3D printer for design?

Answer 3

It is quick and relatively inexpensive.

Question 4

What is FDM?

Answer 4

Fused Deposition Modeling

Question 5

How does FDM work?

Answer 5

it is filament printing. The filament is being melted and placed in a very fine layers to create the object. The most common type of 3D printer.

Question 6

What are the benefits of FDM?

Answer 6

It has a larger print bed, its easy to manage filament, minimum mess, fewer disposal issues.

Question 7

What is SLA?

Answer 7

Stereolithography Printer

Question 8

What does an SLA do?

Answer 8

This one creates very fine 3D objects. It uses resin which is hardened. Layers are added to the bottom while the entire print hangs from the build platform.

Question 9

What precautions should you take when using resin?

Answer 9

wear protective gear and take unused resin to a local hazardous materials disposal.