MarkForged Engineering Grade 3d Printing Training

Artisans Asylum is proud to be home to a MarkForged Mark Two engineering grade 3d printer that makes super strong nylon parts and even has the ability to insert a continuous strand of various fibers from Carbon Fiber to Kevlar. These capabilities allow for extremely accurate and durable parts with superior rigidity and resilience to heat and impact compared with popular hobbyist filaments such as PETG and ASA. This class will introduce you to the safe and effective use of this valuable tool and is intended for people with existing experience with FDM (filament using or Fused Deposition Manufacturing) printers.

• Safe and efficient use of the MarkForged Mark 2 printer including the continuous fiber function
• When to consider using engineering-grade filaments and tools, how to load and unload filaments and fiber, how to prepare a file to print and start a print
• Familiarize the student with the safe and efficient use of the MarkForged Mark 2 in preparation for a separate tool test
• Know when to utilize an engineering-grade plastic.
• This class does not include Tool Testing

Age 16 and up

Basic knowledge of how a 3d printer works and experience using a 3d printer

• Filament, example parts
• Access to A2's Digifab Lab and tools for the duration of the session.

Kevin has 6 years experience in 3d printing and is a lifelong tinkerer. He delights in using art and technology for functional uses and personal expression. Detail and strength are properties of 3d printing which he enjoys finding the best balance and sharing the knowledge gained from such experiences.