Tools
1 – A quick description:
The Ultimakers use a technology called Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) or Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM). This technology works by moving a printhead and depositing melted filament on a glass build plate to slowly build up an object.
Our Ultimakers print in PLA plastic and are good general-purpose printers with a high enough level of accuracy for lots of projects.
Please note:
While 3D printing can be a useful fabrication method for many projects, it is a slow process and best used for prototyping and low-volume manufacturing. Try to avoid using 3D printing and use other workshop machinery for simpler shapes, which is usually faster and more efficient.
2 – What can I use this tool for?
- Projects that need specific or customised parts that would be tricky to make in any other way.
- Physical production of CAD models that have been designed or downloaded. This can include anything from: parts for robots, elements of mechanical mechanisms, architectural models, artwork, or even miniature characters for table top gaming.
- Models that are generated from scanned data such as MRI, laser scans or photogrammetry.
3 – Materials used with this tool:
- Filament Size:..........2.85mm
- Material:.................. White rPLA - Filamentive
4 – What training do I need to use this tool?
To use our 3D printers you will need to book and attend the 3D print - Ultimaker 2 Tool Training session.
When you have completed the tool training session you will be able to use Ultimaker 2 and 2+ on a first-come-first-served basis.
5 – Technical specifications:
- Bed size:......................... 230 x 225 x 205 mm
- Layer thickness:............. 0.06 - 0.2 mm
- Input File Format:.......... .stl .slc .obj and .thing files