What is the MakerBot Desktop?

It's about having a complete set of reliable and easy-to-use solutions that streamline your 3D printing experience from start to finish. From there, MakerBot Desktop software lets you manage, prepare, print, and share your 3D creations. You can also adjust the layout and print settings to get the best results.

How do I set up a MakerBot Replicator?

How to connect via Wi-Fi

1. Make sure your computer is connected to your Wi-Fi network and the MakerBot Replicator is turned on.
2. Locate the USB cable that came with your MakerBot Replicator.
3. Make sure MakerBot Print is open and running.
4. Go to the printer monitor panel and select your printer.
5. Select Utilities.

How do I calibrate my MakerBot Replicator 2?

Select Setup > Calibration > Calibrate Z Offset. You can also run this homing calibration script using MakerBot Print. Go to Utilities > Calibration and click Z Calibration. Then click the Run Home Calibration button and follow the instructions.

How do you charge a MakerBot Replicator 2 Filament?

Detach the filament guide tube from the extruder you want to load and feed the MakerBot ABS filament through the filament guide tube. Go to the LCD panel and select Utilities > Change Filament, then select Right Load or Left Load depending on the extruder you are working with.

How do I print from the MakerBot Replicator 2?

When your model is set up the way you want it, click the Print button. If you're printing via a USB cable, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi, MakerBot Print will cut your file and send it to your MakerBot Replicator. When prompted, press the control panel dial or select Start Print in MakerBot Print to confirm and start printing.

Does MakerBot use GCode?

For MakerBot Replicator 3D printers older than the fifth generation, MakerBot Slicer converts your 3D model into a set of instructions using a computer language called GCode. For original MakerBot replicators with firmware lower than 7.0, the correct format is S3G.

x3g file format

How do I add media to my MakerBot prints?

Select Extruder Type to choose what type of extruder you are using. Select the Supports check box to print your model with support structures. MakerBot Print will automatically generate supports for any protruding sections of your object.

How do you remove media from a 3D print?

How to remove support structure from 3D prints

1. Many people use needle nose pliers. They are usually used as a support that can be broken, rather than cut.
2. Putty knives, scraper knives, or sharp-edged paddles are also sometimes used to remove the backing.
3. Xacto knives are a popular choice and give you a lot of precision.

Does Cura work with MakerBot?

Cura For Makerbots ini is a standard Cura profile for creating gcode for the Makerbot Replicator 2 and 2X desktop 3D printers.

How can I convert Gcode to X3g?

Gcode to X3g

1. Step 1: Download ReplicatorG and select the machine. Download the free slicer, ReplicatorG, and install the software. Select the correct machine for the file output, in this case a Replicator 2.
2. Step 2: Upload and save as… With the correct machine selected, upload the file to change.

How do I save an X3G file?

To save as an X3G, S3G, or GCode file (earlier MakerBot 3D printers): Click Export Print File, then Export Now. In the Export dialog box, select the file type you want, then name it and save it to your computer.

How do I change Gcode to Simplify?

Re: Can I upload from GCode to S3D to edit settings? You can go to File > Import FFF Profile and then select a gcode file (assuming the gcode file was made with S3D). All header settings will be loaded.

What is the standard tessellation language?

STL is a native file format of stereolithography CAD software created by 3D Systems. STL (STereoLithography) is also known as Standard Tessellation Language or Standard Triangle Language. The STL format specifies both ASCII and binary representations. Binary files are more common as they are more compact.

What file format do 3D printers use?

STL files

STL files describe only the surface geometry of a three-dimensional object without any representation of color, texture, or other common CAD model attributes. The STL format specifies both ASCII and binary representations. STL files do not contain scale information and units are arbitrary.