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Old 09-20-2016, 04:30 PM   #11
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My FIRST print!

Obviously not too great, some things I still need to tweak.

Most of the settings were default on the Simplify3D software on High Quality. I made some minor adjustments only.

It's essentially a Keychain with a text based logo on it (my thumb is covering the circular hole).

I figured this object would let me test the sharp corners and resolution of the text. (It's not great, so I probably can't make it any smaller. Unless some settings can fix this).

The object is fairly thin, but still has the rectangular insides (forgot the proper term). The TOP surface probably needs to be adjusted to be THICKER, as right now, some of the underlying rectangular structure is showing through? (so the surface isn't perfectly smooth)

All in all, excited for my first print! Quality actually looks worse in the photo than by the naked eye. it has flaws for sure, but actually looks more forgiving in person.

Had some trouble removing it from my print bed though, as I did not come prepared xD


EDIT: second image is the 3D model. The Bevels aren't REALLY noticeable on the printed model. The printed model is just under 3 inches in length though, so it's pretty small. I'm confident that a larger print will show the bevel details decently.
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