Introduction[edit | edit source]
This procedure for open-source wax printers is based on work done at MichiganTech with RepRap derivative printers and custom RepRap driver Franklin.
Safety[edit | edit source]
Follow all safety procedures for your printer and the space you are in.
Equipment or Bill of Materials[edit | edit source]
Information about how to construct a delta-based printer can be found here.
- 3D printer capable of printing wax
- Printable wax (found from Machinable Wax)
- Glue stick
Calibration & Tolerances[edit | edit source]
Information on how to calibrate a delta-based RepRap printer is found here.
Operation & Procedure[edit | edit source]
Generating g-code[edit | edit source]
- Obtain an CAD model of your desired part
- Slice your model using a slicer (options include Cura and slic3r) using suggested settings:
- Print speed: 25-40mm/s
- Brim-type adhesion
- 130C
- Save g-code
Printing[edit | edit source]
- Inspect the work area for any potential hazards and ensure equipment is properly hooked up
- Turn on printer and computer and navigate to your printer control software and load g-code to printer (if using Franklin, additional information can be found here)
- Apply glue stick to print bed and allow to dry completely
- Press print
Processing[edit | edit source]
- Printed parts can be removed carefully by hand or by gently lifting the edges from the print bed with a razor
- Printed parts can be wax welded to other pieces
- Print lines on the parts can be smoothed with hot utensils
Shutdown[edit | edit source]
- Allow hot end to cool to 50C before shutting off the printer
References[edit | edit source]
