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--- ultimaker2 [2014-12-17 01:04] – [Costs] miek
+++ ultimaker2 [2018-09-06 20:43] – [Materials] DavidW
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 We bought an Ultimaker 2 3D printer in December 2014. Thanks to all those who [[3dprinterpledges|helped fund it]].
+It has a build volume of 225 x 230 x 205 mm (final value is height).
+Non-standard parts:
+  * Olsson block
+  * Bondtech QR 3mm extruder kit (requires updated firmware from https://github.com/TinkerGnome/Ultimaker2Marlin/releases)
 ===== Costs =====
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 ===== Materials =====
+See [[3dprinters#Approved filaments]]
 The printer can operate using PLA or ABS filament, with a 2.85mm diameter (sometimes sold as 3mm). PLA is preferred as it is cleaner to work with. If you wish to print with ABS then additional ventilation will be required to deal with styrene fumes.
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 We may wish to restrict printing to materials supplied by Hacklab to ensure that cheaper or inappropriate materials do not damage the printer. If someone wished to purchase their own filament for a larger project we could allow this as long as we can check the material in advance.
+===== Rules (proposed) =====
+  * Do not hack. The 3D printer is a tool, not a project.
+  * Use the supplied material.
+  * If you want to use your own material, it must be of good quality and approved before use (post to the members list).
+  * If you want to use ABS (or other materials which produce fumes) you must relocate the printer to somewhere with good ventilation, flush out the ABS after use and return the printer to its normal place.
+  * Clean the build plate after use.
 ===== Software =====
 Download the Cura software from: http://software.ultimaker.com/
+**Try not to let Cura update the firmware on the printer to the official one, as the upgraded extruder requires TinkerGnome.** See below if this happens.
+===== Firmware =====
+Due to the improved extruder, this printer has been upgraded to TinkerGnome Marlin. If cura has updated the firmware to the official UM2 release, you'll have to reinstall TinkerGnome from https://github.com/TinkerGnome/Ultimaker2Marlin/releases.
 ===== Quick-start guide =====
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     - Select a quality setting in the top left. 'Normal' seems to be good for most prints. (TODO: Add an image comparing the same print in different quality settings)
     - Once you're happy with the positioning and settings, save the GCode using ''File -> Save GCode''. Copy this file to the printer's SD card and insert the card back into the printer.
-    - Level the build plate. (TODO: Add some instructions below)
+    - [[https://ultimaker.com/en/support/view/146-bed-leveling|Level the build plate]]. (TODO: Add some instructions below)
     - Coat the build plate with a thin layer of glue using a glue stick, under where the part(s) will be printed.
     - Using the controls on the printer, go to ''Print'' and hover over your file.
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     - Once the print is finished, wait for the printer to cool down and say it's okay to remove the part. You can remove it earlier, but you risk deforming the printed part or burning yourself on all the hot bits.
     - Clean the glue off the build plate with a damp cloth.
 ===== Documentation =====
 https://www.ultimaker.com/spree/uploads/36/original/Ultimaker_2_User_Manual_V1.12.pdf\\
-https://www.ultimaker.com/spree/uploads/38/original/Cura_User-Manual_v1.0.pdf
+https://www.ultimaker.com/spree/uploads/38/original/Cura_User-Manual_v1.0.pdf\\
+[[http://support.3dverkstan.se/article/23-a-visual-ultimaker-troubleshooting-guide|A visual Ultimaker troubleshooting guide]]\\
+[[http://support.3dverkstan.se/article/30-getting-better-prints|Hints and tips for getting better prints]]
+===== Log =====
+-11-29:
+  * Bondtech QR 3mm extruder fitted
+  * Tinker-Marlin firmware 17.10.1 installed (from https://github.com/TinkerGnome/Ultimaker2Marlin/releases)
+  * Tuned PID on the head