3dprinting – SoAD Labs and Workshops

In addition to using 3DPrinterOS’ built-in slicer, you can also use PrusaSlicer to prepare 3D-print jobs. PrusaSlicer provides greater control and may be more user-friendly, especially when handling multiple objects or large files.

install and configure PrusaSlicer

Download the latest version of PrusaSlicer from Prusa Research and install on your machine.

Follow the PrusaSlicer Configuration Wizard and apply the settings below. This will setup the slicer to be compatible with SoAD’s 3D-printers and material.

Configuration Sources panel

Select Prusa FFF
deselect all other options

Machine Selection panel

Select Original Prusa i3 MK3S & MK3S+
deselect all other options

Filament Profiles Selection panel

deselect all filament options
select: Printer: All —> Type: PLA —> Vendor: Generic —> Profile: Generic PLA

View Mode

select Simple mode

All of the editable parameters below can be found within Simple Mode.

editable print parameters

Please only edit the following parameters within the specified ranges:

parameter	allowable range
Platter > Print Settings	0.10mm DETAIL – .30mm SPEED
Print Settings > Layers and perimeters > Vertical Shells > Perimeters	1 min – 5 max
Print Settings > Infill > Fill density	10-50%
Print Settings > Infill > Fill pattern	all options are allowable Grid is a good default option and is relatively fast Gyroid and Cubic offer an even balance between print speed and strength in multiple axes but increase print times Lighting is excellent for large objects which don’t require strength – ex: Architectural massing models
Print Settings > Skirt and brim > Brim type	all options are allowable
Print Settings > Skirt and brim > Brim width	0mm min – 10mm max
Print Settings > Support material >	all options are allowable

Slicing with PrusaSlicer provides a high-level of control over print settings. If you would like to change other parameters or values outside of the above ranges, please coordinate with a SoAD Labs staff-member.