3D Printing Basics Quiz

Following safety instructions avoids injury during 3D printer use.

Correctly inserting filament into the hotend for printing.

Adjusting temperature settings in a 3D printer for optimal print quality.

Choosing 110V or 220V according to local electrical standards for the 3D printer.

Adjusting the 3D printer bed to ensure a flat printing surface.

Step-by-step process of assembling 3D printer parts.

Configuration settings in the software controlling the 3D printing process.

Temperature at which filament is properly inserted into hotend without issues.

Adjusting the height of the 3D printer's print bed for accurate printing.

Changing the height of the 3D printer's nozzle relative to the print bed.

Software used to prepare 3D models for printing on 3D printers.

Importing the 3D model file into the Cura software.

Methods in Cura for viewing, positioning, and rotating a 3D model.

A feature in Cura to ensure the flattest side of the Model is attached to the platform.

Removing any previous settings on the platform from prior prints.

Adjusting settings internal to the 3D printer from Cura (e.g. nozzle temp).

Uniformly scaling a 3D model along X, Y, and Z dimensions.

Different ways to visualize a 3D model in Cura, helping spot potential print issues.

G-Code files must use only English letters, underscores, and spaces to be recognized by the printer.

The diameter of 3D printing filament (e.g., 1.75mm).

The diameter of the nozzle used in the 3D printer (e.g., 0.4mm).

Recommended 3D printing speed (e.g., 50-60mm/s) for accuracy; do not exceed.

Installing the CH341SER driver to connect the 3D printer (using USB) to the computer for online printing.

Printing a 3D model online using Cura software and a USB connection to the printer.

A device that detects if filament is present in the printer's filament path, ensuring a smooth printing process.

A piece of filament that has been bent or damaged, often caused by improper storage or handling.

The ability of a 3D printer to continue a print job after a power interruption, picking up from where it left off.

The temperature at which the hotend nozzle melts the filament for extrusion, crucial for proper printing.

Blocked or restricted passage in the nozzle due to accumulated filament debris, hindering proper extrusion.

Adjusting the height of the print bed to ensure even adhesion of the first layer, crucial for a secure print.

The amount of filament extruded through the nozzle per unit time, influencing print layer thickness and speed.

Maintaining a clean print surface, free of debris or residue, for optimal first-layer adhesion.

The top layer of a 3D print has gaps or hollow areas.

The 3D model has too few layers for the desired print quality. This leads to gaps or hollow areas, especially on the top layer.

The filament gets dragged through the nozzle, causing uneven extrusion and poor surface finish.

The filament is not retracted quickly enough after extrusion, causing stringing and blobs on the print.

The print model is becoming soft and deformed due to excessive heat.

The print layers misalign, resulting in a distorted object.

There are visible gaps or cracks between the layers of the 3D print, potentially affecting the print's structural integrity.

The filament is not being extruded evenly, resulting in inconsistent layer thickness and uneven surface texture.

The filament is being ground or worn down during printing, leading to uneven extrusion and poor print quality.

The printed surface has sharp, angled edges or rough textures at the corners.

The printed surface shows wrinkles or creases, similar to a crumpled piece of paper.

The filament is not flowing smoothly through the hotend, leading to various print defects.

The printing platform is not perfectly level, causing inconsistencies in layer height and print quality.

The hotend's temperature is too high, leading to filament melting too quickly and causing defects.

Lack of proper cooling for the hotend can cause melted filament to droop, leading to print defects.

Excessive printing speed can cause vibrations and uneven extrusion, resulting in a less precise print.

A high-precision energy source used in industrial machining, offering superior accuracy and minimal heat damage to workpieces.

A laser cutting machine controlled by a computer, allowing precise paths and timely production of high-quality products.

A type of laser, commonly used in material processing, emitting infrared light for cutting, boring, and engraving various materials.

A laser used for high-power cutting and engraving, especially when high energy but low repetition is needed.

A laser capable of very high power, often used for intricate cutting, engraving, and boring.

Creating permanent, precise markings on materials using focused laser beams.

Using a laser to heat and modify the surface of a material, improving its properties.

Joining materials using a focused laser beam to melt and fuse them together.