Fusion 3 EDGE

This tutorial is set up to be an introductory tutorial for use of the Fusion3 Edge printer

Turn on the Fusion3 EDGE

Power switch can be found beneath the LCD screen.

Verify the build plate is clean and clear of any previous prints.

Verify or load the correct filament into the printer.

A tutorial going through the different types of filament can be found here.

Turn on ventilation if required due to the filament type.

Verify or load the correct filament type into the printer.

A tutorial going through the different types of filaments can be found here.

A tutorial for changing filaments can be found here.

If the filament required proper ventilation, turn on the snorkel. The switch is found in the back of the room by the band saw as shown in the second image.

Verify or install the correct build plate that corresponds to the type of filament being printed.

Build plates are found below the Fusion3 F410 printer, under the table.

For PLA, PETG, TPU and others, use the black matte Buildtak build plate.

For ABS, use the yellow PEI build plate.

For PC, use glass with a glue stick applied to the surface.

Log in to the computer near the printer using the credentials at the top of the screen.

Open the slicer software which is PrusaSlicer.

The PrusaSlicer Logo is shown in the second image.

Documentation for PrusaSlicer can be found here.

Verify "Fusion3 EDGE" is selected under "Print settings".

Select the correct filament type.

A tutorial going through commonly used filament types is found here.

Within the third text box under "Physical Printers" select "Fusion3 EDGE".

User interface for PrusaSlicer can be found here as needed.

To upload a STL file, select the box as shown in the image.

Use the object manipulation tools for positioning, scaling, orientation and so forth as discussed in the Object Manipulation tutorial.

Placing an object perfectly flat on a build plate is necessary to avoid generating support material or printing difficult angles. More information can be found here.

Modify the support material options that can be found below the printer selection.

For further information on support material and why it is needed, refer to the Support Material tutorial.

Once you are satisfied with the orientation of the part, select the 'Slice Now' button on the bottom right of the window.

After slicing is complete, PrusaSlicer will display a preview of the print as demonstrated in the second image.

Verify that the part on the screen is what was intended.

The layer cross-section can be viewed by clicking and dragging the orange sliders on the right side of the window as shown.

If further changes are needed, select the 3D box icon on the bottom left of the screen.

Once the file looks ready to print, select the "G" button in the bottom right of the window.

Rename the file to something easily recognizable.

Select "Upload" to transfer the file to the printer automatically.

On the printer select Print.

Locate the uploaded file.

The date and refresh buttons may help.

Select Print.

After verifying the selected file is correct, select Print again to start the print.

Wait until the first layer prints correctly before leaving.

This printer requires periodic monitoring.

The user is expected to check on the printer every two hours.

If this is not possible, notify the Lab Director for further instructions.

If this is not done, access to the Fab Lab may be revoked.

Further questions or comments can be directed to the lab director.