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Can 3d printer print shirts?
Standard 3D printer using regular PLA or ABS filament. We used an Ultimaker 2 with a heated bed and a Zeepro Zim, without a heated bed. T-shirt. Cotton, polyester, or blends. Large surface decorations will interfere with the extruder. Small clips. We recommend you use plastic clips or small clothespins. You don't want anything that will scratch your build plate and you also want small clips so they won't hit the sides of the printer when the build plates moves. 3D model. We used Tinkercad and prints downloaded from the Thingiverse. Software for slicing. We used Cura. Fabric glue (optional). Flexible fabric glue such as Fabri-tac or Jewel-it
Where can one find a free app for frame design?
There are many free apps available for frame design, depending on the type of frame you want to design. Here are a few suggestions for different types of frames: Picture frames: Canva is a popular free graphic design tool that has a range of templates and tools for designing picture frames. Another option is Fotor, which has a dedicated section for photo frames. Eyeglasses frames: MyEyewear2Go has an online frame designer that allows you to customize eyeglasses frames based on your prescription and style preferences. Bicycle frames: BikeCAD is a free bicycle frame design tool that allows you to customize frame geometry and design based on your riding style and preferences. 3D printing frames: Tinkercad is a free 3D design tool that allows you to design and 3D print custom frames for various purposes. It's worth noting that some of these apps may have limitations or require a paid subscription for certain features. Additionally, there are many other options available, so it's worth doing some research to find the best app for your specific frame design needs.
What materials can a 3D printer print?
There are so many materials you can choose from when it comes to 3D printing that it's often tough to decide on the right one. But do not fear! Tinkercad's Materials Guide is here! Our easy-to-read guide will help you select the perfect material based on a few important factors, like type, minimum thickness, texture and the all-important cost. Whether you're looking to 3D print a prototype or a unique 3D gift, our Materials Guide will help guide you through the process! NYLON: (Polyamide) Also called White, strong & flexible / Durable plastic / White plastic Strong and flexible plastic 1mm minimum wall thickness Naturally white, but you can get it colored About 10 layers per 1mm Made from powder Alumide = Polyamide + Aluminum Interlocking, moving parts possible (chain) ABS: (Home printers) Strong plastic like legos are Made from spaghetti like filament Many color options About 3 layers per 1mm 1mm minimum wall thickness RESIN: (Multiple options) Also called White-, Black-, Transparent detail / White detail resin / High detail-, Transparent-, Paintable Resin Rigid and a bit delicate Liquid Photopolymer cured with UV light White, black & transparent most typical colors About 10 layers per 1mm 1mm minimum wall thickness STAINLESS STEEL: Very strong material Made with multiple steps or from powder directly Coloring options like gold and bronze plating About 6 layers per 1mm 3mm minimum wall thickness GOLD & SILVER: Strong materials Made from wax and then casted About 10 layers per 1mm 0.5mm minimum wall thickness TITANIUM: Strongest material Direct metal laser sintering About 30 layers per 1mm 0.2mm minimum wall thickness CERAMIC: Rigid & delicate First ceramic is printed then surface is glazed Ceramic white, glaze typically white About 6 layers per 1mm 3mm minimum wall thickness GYPSUM: Also called Sandstone / Rainbow ceramics / Multicolor Rigid & delicateMade from powder Naturally white, but you can get it with colors About 10 layers per 1mm 2mm minimum wall thickness
