3D Printer Maintenance and Trouble Shooting

1 Bellis Fair Parkway, #618,Bellingham WA 98226

31 October, 2021

Description

Learn to troubleshoot problems with a 3D printer and provide the proper maintenance to keep a 3D printer running strong. In this class students will learn the skills to trouble shoot and fix common problems on their 3D printer. This class will be taught using an Ender 3 3D printer, but the skills can be applied to most FDM/FFF 3D printers. Throughout this two-hour class students will learn the following maintenance skills and troubleshooting techniques: • Identify problems in 3D prints such as over extrusion, under extrusion, adhesion issues and poor surface quality. • Tweak slicing settings and evaluate results. • Level the build plate. • Clean or replace a clogged nozzle. • Tighten belts. • Clean Extruder • Improve build plate adhesion With these skills, students will be able to keep their own 3D printers running and dive deeper into advanced 3D printing techniques. Class Length: 2 hours Prerequisites: intro to 3D printing or equivalant experience with 3D printing Min/max registrations: 2-6 If you'd like a 50% scholarship discount (no questions asked) email [email protected] Instructor Bio: Ben Holmgren is a Plastics and Composites Engineering graduate of Western Washington University. He has been working with the Bellingham Makerspace for 6 years teaching 3D printing, 3D design, and a class to build your own 3D Printer. Important Information  COVID-19: To keep everyone safe; masks (can provide), hand sanitizing (at entrances), temperature checks and social distancing are required at Makerspace. Maximum class size has been reduced to allow for social distancing. Class fees: All class fees include materials. If you are a current Bellingham Makerspace member or scheduled volunteer you may select the discounted member registration. Some instructors offer scholarship discounts and volunteers may be eligible for training discounts. Cancellations: All classes have a minimum number of participants. If the instructor specified number is not reached 24hrs before the class is scheduled to start, the class will be cancelled and any registrations refunded (Eventbrite fees are non refundable). Refund policy: You may request a refund from Eventbrite no later than 24hrs before the class starts (Eventbrite fees are non refundable). After that point instructors and participants are committed and we won't be able to provide any refunds. Donations: Want to help the financially challenged?, donate any amount to the Bellingham Makerspace Scholarship Fund. We want to make it possible for everyone to take the classes they want to take. Other FAQs When and where to arrive?What to bring/not to bring?Is there an age limit?Other questions? Email us at [email protected] Bellingham Makersapce is a volunteer run non-profit creative workshop that provides access to tools, education, technology, professional development, and a vibrant community of collaborative people.  Active membership, classes, and donations allow us to continue to provide the valuable resource to the community.  We encourage people to share their skills and interests through volunteering, teaching, or membership.