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Digital technologies/Textiles/Embroidery- Beginner

2019-03-06T16:25:10Z

Meganmahoney: /* What is embroidery */

==What is embroidery==
Embroidery is the process of adding thread to a cloth to add a pattern or image .Using an embroidery machine you can write text with thread on cloth surfaces or draw images to make logos or patches! You can also embroider different colours by layering.

An embroidery machine looks like a regular sewing machine however it has a motorized bed that moves along the x-y axes with an automated needle.

It can embroider (print) only one colour at a time. Will have to replace the spool of thread each time you want a new colour.

==Creating an embroider design==
We use a program called PE-DESIGN NEXT 9 to make embroidery designs.The program is found on the computer attached to the sewing machine.

#Begin by creating a new file
#You can insert shapes into the work area (the big white box in the center) by selecting a shape and then holding and dragging to draw the shape you want. If you do not see the shapes button, switch over to the Home tab.
#Change the colours. Click on the shape then in the '''Attributes''' tab, then click on the spool and select the colour you want it to be in the side panel. You can do this too to change the colour of the outline. '''Note:''' Make sure all your colours are consistent throughout. (Don’t have 3 different shades of blue if you want the same blue throughout the print) The more colours you add, the longer it will take to embroider and more spool changes you will need to do.
#Changing Stitch Pattern. You can also change the stitch pattern in the attributes tab to get different effects to your design.
#Optimizing for Sewing Order. Since the embroidery machine can do only one colour at a time, it is important to optimize the file to do all the same colours at once. We can do this by grouping the same coloured layers together in the sewing order panel on the left.
#Finishing up. Save your work.Go to the '''Home''' tab. Plug in your machine to the computer. Send your deisng to the machine.

 

==Using the Embroidery Machine: Brother HE240==
The embroidery machine is very finicky and needs everything to be right to operate properly.

'''Precautions before use:'''

*Make sure you are using a 75/11 needle
*Make sure the embroidery attachment is installed
*Make sure the bobbin has a thread in it
*Make sure there’s nothing obstructing the way of the loop’s path
*Do not sew when there is no thread
*Do not sew when there is no fabric to sew on
*Be patient but have fun!

'''Operations checklist'''

Before operating the machine, you need to set it up to get it working. Make sure that:

*The machine is threaded properly and the thread is through the needle
*The bobbin is not empty
*The foot is down

'''Turning on the machine'''

The power switch is found on the side of the machine.

You will be prompted a message after turning it on, hit OK

If the machine is not already threaded or is threaded with the wrong colour, follow the steps for threading the machine.

==Threading the Machine==
There are two pre-steps that come before those numbered on the machine.

#Insert the spool of thread into the long pin.
#Before threading, make sure the needle is in its highest position. If not you will have to adjust the height with the knob show on the right side of the machine. Note: It is advised that you use thread meant for embroidery. It would say embroidery on the spool, this yields higher quality results. '''Now we are using the steps that are on the machine.'''
##Bring the string through the metal hook.
##Continue bringing it underneath the plastic piece. You can also see the visual guide on how to do this that is on the machine.
##Pull the thread down the side of the machine into the slot. Now take the thread and wrap it around the thin plastic U shaped part, pulling it all the way up.
##Keep pulling the thread up and then pull it toward the machine.
##Then pull the thread down, you will notice that it will latch onto the metal piece on the inside.'''Note:''' If the thread does not latch onto the metal piece, try again until it does.
##Make sure the needle is in the highest position, then pull down the thread and latch it to the hook above the need labelled
##Finally pull the string from the needle and cut off the excess length. (Leave about 10cm) That’s it for threading the machine!

'''Note:''' Do not pull the string out of the needle, only the excess part to cut it off

==Rewinding the bobbin==
A sewing machine needs a feed of thread from the bottom too. Otherwise the thread wouldn’t stay onto what you’re sewing on. You can see in the demonstration on the side how the bobbin role is important when it comes to sewing.

The bobbin is found in the bottom of the machine and needs to be refilled every time it runs out, otherwise the machine will not sew.

If the bobbin is empty, you must follow the steps on rewinding the thread onto the bobbin.

#Take the lid off the bobbin as the diagram shows, then take out the spool of thread and remove any remaining thread from it.
#Turn on the machine and place the spool on the top of the machine as shown.
#Pass the thread under the hook then around the metal cylindrical part as shown.
#Then wrap the thread around the spool several times so it doesn’t come off or get loose. Make sure it is in this direction.
#The start button (The one with the arrow) should now be yellow, press it and it will start winding the thread around the spool. Once it’s nearly full, press the yellow button again to stop it.
#Push the bobbin the other way as show and take it off the winder. Your bobbin is now refilled!
#Take the lid off the bobbin as you did before. Take the end of the thread
#Take the end of the thread and place it under the plastic tab.
#Then take the thread and loop it in around the plastic grove as shown.
#Once done, put the cover back on and push it in.

==Setting up the Print Bed==
Take the plastic hoop off the embroidery machine:

#Pull the metal tab
#Pull upwards on the plastic hoop to remove it
#Once it is off, push the tab up to bring up the foot.
#Slide the hoop off from under the foot

'''Do not move the arm, this can ruin the machine.'''

Loosen the screw until the top half of the loop comes off. Do not fully unscrew the screw.

Place the stabilizer sheet on the bottom half of the loop with the screw (This step is optional, but a stabilizer leads to higher quality embroiders and is less prone to failure.

Place the piece of cloth you wish to embroider on top , followed by the top half of the hoop.

'''Note:''' Make sure the arrow is on the top and not pointing towards the screw. If it is change the orientation of the top piece. Push in the plastic top part from the corners and gently tighten the cloth as you’re doing so. Once the top part of the hoop is fully in, tighten the screw.

'''Note:''' Make sure the piece of cloth is tightened evenly across the hoop and doesn’t have any creases. If the foot is down, push the lever up to bring the foot up.

Slide the hoop under the foot

Put the hoop in the arm. Push it in until it clicks into place. That’s it! Now the bed is ready

==Loading a design onto the machine==
Plug in the USB cable in into the back of the machine and connect the other end to your computer.

Open your design in the PE-Design software and go to the Home tab.

Click on Send > Send to Your Machine and then select the first option in that list.
 

==Preparing your design==
Click on the computer icon to access the designs you loaded from the computer.

Select your design from the screen.

Press on the pocket.

When you see this screen, it is ready to embroider.

==Making Adjustments to Size and Position==
Press the '''Adjust''' button.

Then press the '''Layout''' button

===Changing the position===
<nowiki>*</nowiki>picture

===Changing the size===
<nowiki>*</nowiki>picture

When you are done making the adjustments, press the back button until you are back to design screen with your design on it.

Push down on the lever to bring the foot down.

The ↑ (Go) button should now turn green. Make sure there is nothing around the embroidery machine and press it! The machine will now start embroidering!

'''Do not touch the machine while it’s operating.'''

*Very sharp needle moving up and down
*Mechanical parts are moving all over the machine, touching them will cause the embroider to fail.

==Multi-Coloured Embroiders==

*If your design has different colours, you will need to rethread the upper thread with the next colour and hit the Go button again after lowering the foot.
*The machine will tell you which colour to embroider in what order on the screen:

<nowiki>*</nowiki>picture

==Finishing up==

#When your design is finished embroidering the machine will tell you. Press okay then press then scissors button.\
#Raise the foot.
#Remove the hoop from the machine
#Loosen the screw on the hoop and take your embroidered design!

 

==Troubleshooting==
Here are some common errors that might appear and how to fix them:

*Machine displays: '''“⚠ The bobbin thread is running out.”'''
**If the bobbin is empty: Refill the bobbin
**If the bobbin is full see: Thread the Bobbin
*Machine displays: '''“⚠ Check and rethread the upper thread.”''' 
**If the thread spool is empty: Thread the machine
**If the thread spool isn’t empty: Thread the machine
*The needle Breaks: Replace the needle

 

==Replacing the Needle==
 

#Bring up the foot by pushing up on the lever. (Very important)
#Use the screwdriver found in the machine’s part bin to loosen the black screw that’s show. Do not fully unscrew the screw and beware of sharp points from the needle.
#Hold the needle with one hand and keep loosening the screw until you can pull the needle out. Make sure the needle does not fall into the machine.
#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)
#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)
#Make sure the needle cannot go up any further then tighten the screw.

Digital technologies/Textiles/Embroidery- Beginner

2019-03-06T16:20:07Z

Meganmahoney:

==What is embroidery==
Embroidery is the process of adding thread to a cloth to add a pattern or image .Using an embroidery machine you can write text with thread on cloth surfaces or draw images to make logos or patches! You can also embroider different colours by layering. [[File:Stickmaschine.jpg|thumb|Stickmaschine]]

An embroidery machine looks like a regular sewing machine however it has a motorized bed that moves along the x-y axes with an automated needle.

It can embroider (print) only one colour at a time. Will have to replace the spool of thread each time you want a new colour.

==Creating an embroider design==
We use a program called PE-DESIGN NEXT 9 to make embroidery designs.The program is found on the computer attached to the sewing machine.

#Begin by creating a new file
#You can insert shapes into the work area (the big white box in the center) by selecting a shape and then holding and dragging to draw the shape you want. If you do not see the shapes button, switch over to the Home tab.
#Change the colours. Click on the shape then in the '''Attributes''' tab, then click on the spool and select the colour you want it to be in the side panel. You can do this too to change the colour of the outline. '''Note:''' Make sure all your colours are consistent throughout. (Don’t have 3 different shades of blue if you want the same blue throughout the print) The more colours you add, the longer it will take to embroider and more spool changes you will need to do.
#Changing Stitch Pattern. You can also change the stitch pattern in the attributes tab to get different effects to your design.
#Optimizing for Sewing Order. Since the embroidery machine can do only one colour at a time, it is important to optimize the file to do all the same colours at once. We can do this by grouping the same coloured layers together in the sewing order panel on the left.
#Finishing up. Save your work.Go to the '''Home''' tab. Plug in your machine to the computer. Send your deisng to the machine.

 

==Using the Embroidery Machine: Brother HE240==
The embroidery machine is very finicky and needs everything to be right to operate properly.

'''Precautions before use:'''

*Make sure you are using a 75/11 needle
*Make sure the embroidery attachment is installed
*Make sure the bobbin has a thread in it
*Make sure there’s nothing obstructing the way of the loop’s path
*Do not sew when there is no thread
*Do not sew when there is no fabric to sew on
*Be patient but have fun!

'''Operations checklist'''

Before operating the machine, you need to set it up to get it working. Make sure that:

*The machine is threaded properly and the thread is through the needle
*The bobbin is not empty
*The foot is down

'''Turning on the machine'''

The power switch is found on the side of the machine.

You will be prompted a message after turning it on, hit OK

If the machine is not already threaded or is threaded with the wrong colour, follow the steps for threading the machine.

==Threading the Machine==
There are two pre-steps that come before those numbered on the machine.

#Insert the spool of thread into the long pin.
#Before threading, make sure the needle is in its highest position. If not you will have to adjust the height with the knob show on the right side of the machine. Note: It is advised that you use thread meant for embroidery. It would say embroidery on the spool, this yields higher quality results. '''Now we are using the steps that are on the machine.'''
##Bring the string through the metal hook.
##Continue bringing it underneath the plastic piece. You can also see the visual guide on how to do this that is on the machine.
##Pull the thread down the side of the machine into the slot. Now take the thread and wrap it around the thin plastic U shaped part, pulling it all the way up.
##Keep pulling the thread up and then pull it toward the machine.
##Then pull the thread down, you will notice that it will latch onto the metal piece on the inside.'''Note:''' If the thread does not latch onto the metal piece, try again until it does.
##Make sure the needle is in the highest position, then pull down the thread and latch it to the hook above the need labelled
##Finally pull the string from the needle and cut off the excess length. (Leave about 10cm) That’s it for threading the machine!

'''Note:''' Do not pull the string out of the needle, only the excess part to cut it off

==Rewinding the bobbin==
A sewing machine needs a feed of thread from the bottom too. Otherwise the thread wouldn’t stay onto what you’re sewing on. You can see in the demonstration on the side how the bobbin role is important when it comes to sewing.

The bobbin is found in the bottom of the machine and needs to be refilled every time it runs out, otherwise the machine will not sew.

If the bobbin is empty, you must follow the steps on rewinding the thread onto the bobbin.

#Take the lid off the bobbin as the diagram shows, then take out the spool of thread and remove any remaining thread from it.
#Turn on the machine and place the spool on the top of the machine as shown.
#Pass the thread under the hook then around the metal cylindrical part as shown.
#Then wrap the thread around the spool several times so it doesn’t come off or get loose. Make sure it is in this direction.
#The start button (The one with the arrow) should now be yellow, press it and it will start winding the thread around the spool. Once it’s nearly full, press the yellow button again to stop it.
#Push the bobbin the other way as show and take it off the winder. Your bobbin is now refilled!
#Take the lid off the bobbin as you did before. Take the end of the thread
#Take the end of the thread and place it under the plastic tab.
#Then take the thread and loop it in around the plastic grove as shown.
#Once done, put the cover back on and push it in.

==Setting up the Print Bed==
Take the plastic hoop off the embroidery machine:

#Pull the metal tab
#Pull upwards on the plastic hoop to remove it
#Once it is off, push the tab up to bring up the foot.
#Slide the hoop off from under the foot

'''Do not move the arm, this can ruin the machine.'''

Loosen the screw until the top half of the loop comes off. Do not fully unscrew the screw.

Place the stabilizer sheet on the bottom half of the loop with the screw (This step is optional, but a stabilizer leads to higher quality embroiders and is less prone to failure.

Place the piece of cloth you wish to embroider on top , followed by the top half of the hoop.

'''Note:''' Make sure the arrow is on the top and not pointing towards the screw. If it is change the orientation of the top piece. Push in the plastic top part from the corners and gently tighten the cloth as you’re doing so. Once the top part of the hoop is fully in, tighten the screw.

'''Note:''' Make sure the piece of cloth is tightened evenly across the hoop and doesn’t have any creases. If the foot is down, push the lever up to bring the foot up.

Slide the hoop under the foot

Put the hoop in the arm. Push it in until it clicks into place. That’s it! Now the bed is ready

==Loading a design onto the machine==
Plug in the USB cable in into the back of the machine and connect the other end to your computer.

Open your design in the PE-Design software and go to the Home tab.

Click on Send > Send to Your Machine and then select the first option in that list.
 

==Preparing your design==
Click on the computer icon to access the designs you loaded from the computer.

Select your design from the screen.

Press on the pocket.

When you see this screen, it is ready to embroider.

==Making Adjustments to Size and Position==
Press the '''Adjust''' button.

Then press the '''Layout''' button

===Changing the position===
<nowiki>*</nowiki>picture

===Changing the size===
<nowiki>*</nowiki>picture

When you are done making the adjustments, press the back button until you are back to design screen with your design on it.

Push down on the lever to bring the foot down.

The ↑ (Go) button should now turn green. Make sure there is nothing around the embroidery machine and press it! The machine will now start embroidering!

'''Do not touch the machine while it’s operating.'''

*Very sharp needle moving up and down
*Mechanical parts are moving all over the machine, touching them will cause the embroider to fail.

==Multi-Coloured Embroiders==

*If your design has different colours, you will need to rethread the upper thread with the next colour and hit the Go button again after lowering the foot.
*The machine will tell you which colour to embroider in what order on the screen:

<nowiki>*</nowiki>picture

==Finishing up==

#When your design is finished embroidering the machine will tell you. Press okay then press then scissors button.\
#Raise the foot.
#Remove the hoop from the machine
#Loosen the screw on the hoop and take your embroidered design!

 

==Troubleshooting==
Here are some common errors that might appear and how to fix them:

*Machine displays: '''“⚠ The bobbin thread is running out.”'''
**If the bobbin is empty: Refill the bobbin
**If the bobbin is full see: Thread the Bobbin
*Machine displays: '''“⚠ Check and rethread the upper thread.”''' 
**If the thread spool is empty: Thread the machine
**If the thread spool isn’t empty: Thread the machine
*The needle Breaks: Replace the needle

 

==Replacing the Needle==
 

#Bring up the foot by pushing up on the lever. (Very important)
#Use the screwdriver found in the machine’s part bin to loosen the black screw that’s show. Do not fully unscrew the screw and beware of sharp points from the needle.
#Hold the needle with one hand and keep loosening the screw until you can pull the needle out. Make sure the needle does not fall into the machine.
#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)
#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)
#Make sure the needle cannot go up any further then tighten the screw.

Digital technologies/Textiles/Embroidery- Beginner

2019-03-06T16:09:55Z

Meganmahoney:

Digital technologies/Textiles/Embroidery- Beginner

2019-03-06T16:09:27Z

Meganmahoney:

==What is embroidery==
Embroidery is the process of adding thread to a cloth to add a pattern or image .Using an embroidery machine you can write text with thread on cloth surfaces or draw images to make logos or patches! You can also embroider different colours by layering.

An embroidery machine looks like a regular sewing machine however it has a motorized bed that moves along the x-y axes with an automated needle.

It can embroider (print) only one colour at a time. Will have to replace the spool of thread each time you want a new colour.

==Creating an embroider design==
We use a program called PE-DESIGN NEXT 9 to make embroidery designs.The program is found on the computer attached to the sewing machine.

#Begin by creating a new file[[File:Embroideryimage.jpg|thumb|]]
#You can insert shapes into the work area (the big white box in the center) by selecting a shape and then holding and dragging to draw the shape you want. If you do not see the shapes button, switch over to the Home tab.
#Change the colours. Click on the shape then in the '''Attributes''' tab, then click on the spool and select the colour you want it to be in the side panel. You can do this too to change the colour of the outline. '''Note:''' Make sure all your colours are consistent throughout. (Don’t have 3 different shades of blue if you want the same blue throughout the print) The more colours you add, the longer it will take to embroider and more spool changes you will need to do.
#Changing Stitch Pattern. You can also change the stitch pattern in the attributes tab to get different effects to your design.
#Optimizing for Sewing Order. Since the embroidery machine can do only one colour at a time, it is important to optimize the file to do all the same colours at once. We can do this by grouping the same coloured layers together in the sewing order panel on the left.
#Finishing up. Save your work.Go to the '''Home''' tab. Plug in your machine to the computer. Send your deisng to the machine.

 

==Using the Embroidery Machine: Brother HE240==
The embroidery machine is very finicky and needs everything to be right to operate properly.

'''Precautions before use:'''

*Make sure you are using a 75/11 needle
*Make sure the embroidery attachment is installed
*Make sure the bobbin has a thread in it
*Make sure there’s nothing obstructing the way of the loop’s path
*Do not sew when there is no thread
*Do not sew when there is no fabric to sew on
*Be patient but have fun!

'''Operations checklist'''

Before operating the machine, you need to set it up to get it working. Make sure that:

*The machine is threaded properly and the thread is through the needle
*The bobbin is not empty
*The foot is down

'''Turning on the machine'''

The power switch is found on the side of the machine.

You will be prompted a message after turning it on, hit OK

If the machine is not already threaded or is threaded with the wrong colour, follow the steps for threading the machine.

==Threading the Machine==
There are two pre-steps that come before those numbered on the machine.

#Insert the spool of thread into the long pin.
#Before threading, make sure the needle is in its highest position. If not you will have to adjust the height with the knob show on the right side of the machine. Note: It is advised that you use thread meant for embroidery. It would say embroidery on the spool, this yields higher quality results. '''Now we are using the steps that are on the machine.'''
##Bring the string through the metal hook.
##Continue bringing it underneath the plastic piece. You can also see the visual guide on how to do this that is on the machine.
##Pull the thread down the side of the machine into the slot. Now take the thread and wrap it around the thin plastic U shaped part, pulling it all the way up.
##Keep pulling the thread up and then pull it toward the machine.
##Then pull the thread down, you will notice that it will latch onto the metal piece on the inside.'''Note:''' If the thread does not latch onto the metal piece, try again until it does.
##Make sure the needle is in the highest position, then pull down the thread and latch it to the hook above the need labelled
##Finally pull the string from the needle and cut off the excess length. (Leave about 10cm) That’s it for threading the machine!

'''Note:''' Do not pull the string out of the needle, only the excess part to cut it off

==Rewinding the bobbin==
A sewing machine needs a feed of thread from the bottom too. Otherwise the thread wouldn’t stay onto what you’re sewing on. You can see in the demonstration on the side how the bobbin role is important when it comes to sewing.

The bobbin is found in the bottom of the machine and needs to be refilled every time it runs out, otherwise the machine will not sew.

If the bobbin is empty, you must follow the steps on rewinding the thread onto the bobbin.

#Take the lid off the bobbin as the diagram shows, then take out the spool of thread and remove any remaining thread from it.
#Turn on the machine and place the spool on the top of the machine as shown.
#Pass the thread under the hook then around the metal cylindrical part as shown.
#Then wrap the thread around the spool several times so it doesn’t come off or get loose. Make sure it is in this direction.
#The start button (The one with the arrow) should now be yellow, press it and it will start winding the thread around the spool. Once it’s nearly full, press the yellow button again to stop it.
#Push the bobbin the other way as show and take it off the winder. Your bobbin is now refilled!
#Take the lid off the bobbin as you did before. Take the end of the thread
#Take the end of the thread and place it under the plastic tab.
#Then take the thread and loop it in around the plastic grove as shown.
#Once done, put the cover back on and push it in.

==Setting up the Print Bed==
Take the plastic hoop off the embroidery machine:

#Pull the metal tab
#Pull upwards on the plastic hoop to remove it
#Once it is off, push the tab up to bring up the foot.
#Slide the hoop off from under the foot

'''Do not move the arm, this can ruin the machine.'''

Loosen the screw until the top half of the loop comes off. Do not fully unscrew the screw.

Place the stabilizer sheet on the bottom half of the loop with the screw (This step is optional, but a stabilizer leads to higher quality embroiders and is less prone to failure.

Place the piece of cloth you wish to embroider on top , followed by the top half of the hoop.

'''Note:''' Make sure the arrow is on the top and not pointing towards the screw. If it is change the orientation of the top piece. Push in the plastic top part from the corners and gently tighten the cloth as you’re doing so. Once the top part of the hoop is fully in, tighten the screw.

'''Note:''' Make sure the piece of cloth is tightened evenly across the hoop and doesn’t have any creases. If the foot is down, push the lever up to bring the foot up.

Slide the hoop under the foot

Put the hoop in the arm. Push it in until it clicks into place. That’s it! Now the bed is ready

==Loading a design onto the machine==
Plug in the USB cable in into the back of the machine and connect the other end to your computer.

Open your design in the PE-Design software and go to the Home tab.

Click on Send > Send to Your Machine and then select the first option in that list.
 

==Preparing your design==
Click on the computer icon to access the designs you loaded from the computer.

Select your design from the screen.

Press on the pocket.

When you see this screen, it is ready to embroider.

==Making Adjustments to Size and Position==
Press the '''Adjust''' button.

Then press the '''Layout''' button

===Changing the position===
<nowiki>*</nowiki>picture

===Changing the size===
<nowiki>*</nowiki>picture

When you are done making the adjustments, press the back button until you are back to design screen with your design on it.

Push down on the lever to bring the foot down.

The ↑ (Go) button should now turn green. Make sure there is nothing around the embroidery machine and press it! The machine will now start embroidering!

'''Do not touch the machine while it’s operating.'''

*Very sharp needle moving up and down
*Mechanical parts are moving all over the machine, touching them will cause the embroider to fail.

==Multi-Coloured Embroiders==

*If your design has different colours, you will need to rethread the upper thread with the next colour and hit the Go button again after lowering the foot.
*The machine will tell you which colour to embroider in what order on the screen:

<nowiki>*</nowiki>picture

==Finishing up==

#When your design is finished embroidering the machine will tell you. Press okay then press then scissors button.\
#Raise the foot.
#Remove the hoop from the machine
#Loosen the screw on the hoop and take your embroidered design!

 

==Troubleshooting==
Here are some common errors that might appear and how to fix them:

*Machine displays: '''“⚠ The bobbin thread is running out.”'''
**If the bobbin is empty: Refill the bobbin
**If the bobbin is full see: Thread the Bobbin
*Machine displays: '''“⚠ Check and rethread the upper thread.”''' 
**If the thread spool is empty: Thread the machine
**If the thread spool isn’t empty: Thread the machine
*The needle Breaks: Replace the needle

 

==Replacing the Needle==
 

#Bring up the foot by pushing up on the lever. (Very important)
#Use the screwdriver found in the machine’s part bin to loosen the black screw that’s show. Do not fully unscrew the screw and beware of sharp points from the needle.
#Hold the needle with one hand and keep loosening the screw until you can pull the needle out. Make sure the needle does not fall into the machine.
#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)
#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)
#Make sure the needle cannot go up any further then tighten the screw.

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Laser beam: In operation there is a laser diode pointer (red dot pointer), this is similar to a laser pen but it should '''never''' be directed into anyones eyes. The actual laser beam that will be cutting is invisible so '''never''' modify the enclosure.

Filter: The filter should always be attached while performing a cut, the laser cutter is not to be used without the filter, this ensures that the air in the room is safe for users and limits potentially hazardous fumes (see Materials below for more)

Materials:The laser can cut many materials but any material must first be approved by the Makerspace staff. There are some materials that can be hazardous or dangerous to cut. The acceptable include but are not limited to the following list:
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* Wood
* Acrylic
* Anodized Aluminum
* Painted Brass
* Marbleized Painted Brass
* Corian or Avonite
* Delrin Seals
* Glass
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* Laserable Plastic
* Leather
* Marble
* Mat Board
* Melamine
* Stainless steel coated with cerdec coating
* Rubber or rubber stamps
|}
'''If you do not know what the material is, do not put it in the laser cutter'''

'''DO NOT''' Engrave or Cut PVC: Never engrave or cut any material containing PVC or vinyl. When engraved, a corrosive agent is produced that will destroy your machine.

Fire safety: Never let the laser system operate unattended. When vector cutting, use the air assist (located below the table) to provide sufficient airflow for the cut. A vector cut moves much slower than a raster engrave therefore a lot of heat is being applied to the material for longer time, may cause it to combust. Make sure you know where the fire extinguisher is (on the red wall) and the closest emergency exit.

Also remove debris from crumb tray after machine use to prevent fires.

Digital technologies/Textiles/Embroidery- Beginner

2019-03-06T15:39:26Z

Meganmahoney:

==What is embroidery==
Embroidery is the process of adding thread to a cloth to add a pattern or image .Using an embroidery machine you can write text with thread on cloth surfaces or draw images to make logos or patches! You can also embroider different colours by layering.

An embroidery machine looks like a regular sewing machine however it has a motorized bed that moves along the x-y axes with an automated needle.

It can embroider (print) only one colour at a time. Will have to replace the spool of thread each time you want a new colour.

==Creating an embroider design==
We use a program called PE-DESIGN NEXT 9 to make embroidery designs.The program is found on the computer attached to the sewing machine.

#Begin by creating a new file[[File:Next9createfile.png|center|thumb|361x361px]]
#You can insert shapes into the work area (the big white box in the center) by selecting a shape and then holding and dragging to draw the shape you want. If you do not see the shapes button, switch over to the Home tab.
#Change the colours. Click on the shape then in the '''Attributes''' tab, then click on the spool and select the colour you want it to be in the side panel. You can do this too to change the colour of the outline. '''Note:''' Make sure all your colours are consistent throughout. (Don’t have 3 different shades of blue if you want the same blue throughout the print) The more colours you add, the longer it will take to embroider and more spool changes you will need to do.
#Changing Stitch Pattern. You can also change the stitch pattern in the attributes tab to get different effects to your design.
#Optimizing for Sewing Order. Since the embroidery machine can do only one colour at a time, it is important to optimize the file to do all the same colours at once. We can do this by grouping the same coloured layers together in the sewing order panel on the left.
#Finishing up. Save your work.Go to the '''Home''' tab. Plug in your machine to the computer. Send your deisng to the machine.

 

==Using the Embroidery Machine: Brother HE240==
The embroidery machine is very finicky and needs everything to be right to operate properly.

'''Precautions before use:'''

*Make sure you are using a 75/11 needle
*Make sure the embroidery attachment is installed
*Make sure the bobbin has a thread in it
*Make sure there’s nothing obstructing the way of the loop’s path
*Do not sew when there is no thread
*Do not sew when there is no fabric to sew on
*Be patient but have fun!

'''Operations checklist'''

Before operating the machine, you need to set it up to get it working. Make sure that:

*The machine is threaded properly and the thread is through the needle
*The bobbin is not empty
*The foot is down

'''Turning on the machine'''

The power switch is found on the side of the machine.

You will be prompted a message after turning it on, hit OK

If the machine is not already threaded or is threaded with the wrong colour, follow the steps for threading the machine.

==Threading the Machine==
There are two pre-steps that come before those numbered on the machine.

#Insert the spool of thread into the long pin.
#Before threading, make sure the needle is in its highest position. If not you will have to adjust the height with the knob show on the right side of the machine. Note: It is advised that you use thread meant for embroidery. It would say embroidery on the spool, this yields higher quality results. '''Now we are using the steps that are on the machine.'''
##Bring the string through the metal hook.
##Continue bringing it underneath the plastic piece. You can also see the visual guide on how to do this that is on the machine.
##Pull the thread down the side of the machine into the slot. Now take the thread and wrap it around the thin plastic U shaped part, pulling it all the way up.
##Keep pulling the thread up and then pull it toward the machine.
##Then pull the thread down, you will notice that it will latch onto the metal piece on the inside.'''Note:''' If the thread does not latch onto the metal piece, try again until it does.
##Make sure the needle is in the highest position, then pull down the thread and latch it to the hook above the need labelled
##Finally pull the string from the needle and cut off the excess length. (Leave about 10cm) That’s it for threading the machine!

'''Note:''' Do not pull the string out of the needle, only the excess part to cut it off

==Rewinding the bobbin==
A sewing machine needs a feed of thread from the bottom too. Otherwise the thread wouldn’t stay onto what you’re sewing on. You can see in the demonstration on the side how the bobbin role is important when it comes to sewing.

The bobbin is found in the bottom of the machine and needs to be refilled every time it runs out, otherwise the machine will not sew.

If the bobbin is empty, you must follow the steps on rewinding the thread onto the bobbin.

#Take the lid off the bobbin as the diagram shows, then take out the spool of thread and remove any remaining thread from it.
#Turn on the machine and place the spool on the top of the machine as shown.
#Pass the thread under the hook then around the metal cylindrical part as shown.
#Then wrap the thread around the spool several times so it doesn’t come off or get loose. Make sure it is in this direction.
#The start button (The one with the arrow) should now be yellow, press it and it will start winding the thread around the spool. Once it’s nearly full, press the yellow button again to stop it.
#Push the bobbin the other way as show and take it off the winder. Your bobbin is now refilled!
#Take the lid off the bobbin as you did before. Take the end of the thread
#Take the end of the thread and place it under the plastic tab.
#Then take the thread and loop it in around the plastic grove as shown.
#Once done, put the cover back on and push it in.

==Setting up the Print Bed==
Take the plastic hoop off the embroidery machine:

#Pull the metal tab
#Pull upwards on the plastic hoop to remove it
#Once it is off, push the tab up to bring up the foot.
#Slide the hoop off from under the foot

'''Do not move the arm, this can ruin the machine.'''

Loosen the screw until the top half of the loop comes off. Do not fully unscrew the screw.

Place the stabilizer sheet on the bottom half of the loop with the screw (This step is optional, but a stabilizer leads to higher quality embroiders and is less prone to failure.

Place the piece of cloth you wish to embroider on top , followed by the top half of the hoop.

'''Note:''' Make sure the arrow is on the top and not pointing towards the screw. If it is change the orientation of the top piece. Push in the plastic top part from the corners and gently tighten the cloth as you’re doing so. Once the top part of the hoop is fully in, tighten the screw.

'''Note:''' Make sure the piece of cloth is tightened evenly across the hoop and doesn’t have any creases. If the foot is down, push the lever up to bring the foot up.

Slide the hoop under the foot

Put the hoop in the arm. Push it in until it clicks into place. That’s it! Now the bed is ready

==Loading a design onto the machine==
Plug in the USB cable in into the back of the machine and connect the other end to your computer.

Open your design in the PE-Design software and go to the Home tab.

Click on Send > Send to Your Machine and then select the first option in that list.
 

==Preparing your design==
Click on the computer icon to access the designs you loaded from the computer.

Select your design from the screen.

Press on the pocket.

When you see this screen, it is ready to embroider.

==Making Adjustments to Size and Position==
Press the '''Adjust''' button.

Then press the '''Layout''' button

===Changing the position===
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===Changing the size===
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When you are done making the adjustments, press the back button until you are back to design screen with your design on it.

Push down on the lever to bring the foot down.

The ↑ (Go) button should now turn green. Make sure there is nothing around the embroidery machine and press it! The machine will now start embroidering!

'''Do not touch the machine while it’s operating.'''

*Very sharp needle moving up and down
*Mechanical parts are moving all over the machine, touching them will cause the embroider to fail.

==Multi-Coloured Embroiders==

*If your design has different colours, you will need to rethread the upper thread with the next colour and hit the Go button again after lowering the foot.
*The machine will tell you which colour to embroider in what order on the screen:

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==Finishing up==

#When your design is finished embroidering the machine will tell you. Press okay then press then scissors button.\
#Raise the foot.
#Remove the hoop from the machine
#Loosen the screw on the hoop and take your embroidered design!

 

==Troubleshooting==
Here are some common errors that might appear and how to fix them:

*Machine displays: '''“⚠ The bobbin thread is running out.”'''
**If the bobbin is empty: Refill the bobbin
**If the bobbin is full see: Thread the Bobbin
*Machine displays: '''“⚠ Check and rethread the upper thread.”''' 
**If the thread spool is empty: Thread the machine
**If the thread spool isn’t empty: Thread the machine
*The needle Breaks: Replace the needle

 

==Replacing the Needle==
 

#Bring up the foot by pushing up on the lever. (Very important)
#Use the screwdriver found in the machine’s part bin to loosen the black screw that’s show. Do not fully unscrew the screw and beware of sharp points from the needle.
#Hold the needle with one hand and keep loosening the screw until you can pull the needle out. Make sure the needle does not fall into the machine.
#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)
#Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)
#Make sure the needle cannot go up any further then tighten the screw.

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Digital technologies/3D printing/3D modeling- Beginner

2019-03-06T15:31:55Z

Meganmahoney:

Tinkercad is an easy software that allows you to design 3D desgins. It is easy to learn and simple to use. We strongly suggest you use this if this is your first time designing in 3D. To begin with, go to tinkercad.com and create an account. When you create an account, tinkercad starts with tutorial. Do the first few exercises to help you get to know the program. This page will introduce the basics.

==Tinkercad Layout==
Tinkercad is an easy way to do create your own 3D design. It is perfect for beginners and can still be used to create more complex designs.

When you go to the website, you need to sign up or log in. If it is the first time you visit the site, it will run you through the basics tutorial. You will learn to to move objects, use the camera controls, creating holes. If it is the first time you are using the software, I recommend running through the tutorial

==Buttons on the dashboard==
 

#Tinkercad logo: Clicking on the tinkercad logo with bring you back to the dashboard page
#FEATURES: This button takes you to a page that gives you an overview of Tinkercad’s features
#LEARN: The LEARN is where you can find tutorials to help you navigate the software a little easier. There are also lessons walking you through basic projects to inspire different ideas and to practice with the software.
#GALLERY: The GALLERY is where you can see projects that other people have made visible to the public, you can copy and modify those designs or inspire yourself from them. It is the fourth tab from the tinkercad logo.
#Create a new design: To create a new design in tinkercad, sign in and it will lead you to the desktop. Select the '''Create new design''' button and this will bring you to a blank workspace.

==Create a new design==
When you click “Create a new design", you are brought to a new window with a blue, gridded, workplane. Think of the workplane as a floor or the base of the 3D printer. You want to make sure that the part you are building is sitting on the this surface. This is where you will do your designing. There are several tools which you can use to help you design.

Name of your design: To change the name of your design, click on the automatically generated name that is in the top left corner. This is useful to be able to find the design later and know what it is.

#View square: Drag around the square to change the viewing angle.
#View buttons: Bring the viewing angle back to home, change the zoom, switch to orthogonal view
#Show all: This will show any hidden shapes. While designing, you can choose to hide a shape. This is sometimes helpful if you want to see a piece that is under another.
#Group: Take several shapes and turn them into one shape
#Ungroup: Take a shape that is composed of several pieces, and separate them back into individual pieces.
#Align: Align several pieces
#Mirror: Mirror a component
#Import: You can also import shapes that have already been created using the '''Import''' button. You can add both 2D and 3D shapes. The file type for 2D shapes needs to be “'''.svg'''”, and the file type for 3D shapes is “'''.stl'''” or “'''.obj'''”
#Export: Download the selected object or everything on the build plate. Download it as an .stl for 3D printing and a .svg for laser cutting.

==Using Tinkercad==
On the right hand side there are a series of different shapes that you can place on the your workplane. These are your building blocks. If you click on building '''Basic Shapes''' you can select different types of shapes (or blocks).

[[File:Basicshapes.png|frameless]]

There are shapes that are '''Holes''', these on the striped gray and white ones. If you move them to the workplane, they will appear translucent. As you will learn, this is not very useful because any shape can be turned into a hole. For example, if you found model you liked on Tinkercad and you wanted to add a new hole.

[[File:Tinkercadimport.png|frameless]]

Once you have your shape you can change the size with:

*Black cube: Change one dimension
*White cube: Change two dimensions
*Curved black arrows: Rotate shape in that plane
*Black cone: Raise or lower shape

[[File:Changeshapetinkercad.png|frameless]]If you are putting a piece on top of another, make sure the piece is not floating. Every piece should be touching another one or be on the platform.

[[File:Changeview.png|frameless|363x363px]]

When you have a shape selected, the '''Shape''' window will appear. This tool lets you choose if this shape is solid (Color) or a hole (Hole).

If you like your shape to be a hole, select the hole button and the shape should become semi-transparent. It will not actually take into affect until you group those two objects. The group button, found on the top right hand side, will only be available when there is more than one shape selected.

You also want to group all your shapes before downloading for 3D printing.

[[File:Tinkercadgroup.png|frameless|358x358px]]

To change the name of your design, click on the automatically generated name that is in the top left corner. This is useful to be able to find the design later and know what it is.

[[File:Tinkercadrename.png|frameless]]

==Other Tools==
Other useful tools can be found above the Tinkercad shapes menus.
 
[[File:Workplane.png|left|frameless]]
'''Workplane''' tool allows you to change the base plane. Drag it onto the edge of another shape, to create a new workplane. An orange workplane will appear. If you drag a shape onto the plane, it will already appear perpendicular to that plane. To get rid of the new orange plane, drag a new plane back to the original blue one.

[[File:Usingworkplane.png|frameless|430x430px]]

[[File:Tinkercadruler.png|left|frameless]]
'''Ruler''' allows for you to easily change the dimensions of the shape. Just place it anywhere on the workplane and the dimensions will appear. Just click on the dimensions and you can change their value

Next to the group button, there are another set of useful tools, '''Align (L)''' and '''Flip (M)'''. To use these, you need to select more than one shape.

==Printing your design==
When you are done, and you want to print your new design, click '''Export''' at the top right corner.

[[File:Tinkercadexportbutton.png|frameless]]

A new window will appear. If you want to 3D print, choose which shapes you want to print (everything or only some selected shapes) and select the format '''.STL'''. If you want to laser cut the projection of the shape, select the format'''.SVG.'''

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Digital technologies/3D printing/3D modeling- Beginner

2019-03-06T15:11:04Z

Meganmahoney:

Tinkercad is an easy software that allows you to design 3D desgins. It is easy to learn and simple to use. We strongly suggest you use this if this is your first time designing in 3D. To begin with, go to tinkercad.com and create an account. When you create an account, tinkercad starts with tutorial. Do the first few exercises to help you get to know the program. This page will introduce the basics.

==Tinkercad Layout==
Tinkercad is an easy way to do create your own 3D design. It is perfect for beginners and can still be used to create more complex designs.

When you go to the website, you need to sign up or log in. If it is the first time you visit the site, it will run you through the basics tutorial. You will learn to to move objects, use the camera controls, creating holes. If it is the first time you are using the software, I recommend running through the tutorial

==Buttons on the dashboard==
 

#Tinkercad logo: Clicking on the tinkercad logo with bring you back to the dashboard page
#FEATURES: This button takes you to a page that gives you an overview of Tinkercad’s features
#LEARN: The LEARN is where you can find tutorials to help you navigate the software a little easier. There are also lessons walking you through basic projects to inspire different ideas and to practice with the software.
#GALLERY: The GALLERY is where you can see projects that other people have made visible to the public, you can copy and modify those designs or inspire yourself from them. It is the fourth tab from the tinkercad logo.
#Create a new design: To create a new design in tinkercad, sign in and it will lead you to the desktop. Select the '''Create new design''' button and this will bring you to a blank workspace.

==Create a new design==
When you click “Create a new design", you are brought to a new window with a blue, gridded, workplane. Think of the workplane as a floor or the base of the 3D printer. You want to make sure that the part you are building is sitting on the this surface. This is where you will do your designing. There are several tools which you can use to help you design.

Name of your design: To change the name of your design, click on the automatically generated name that is in the top left corner. This is useful to be able to find the design later and know what it is.

#View square: Drag around the square to change the viewing angle.
#View buttons: Bring the viewing angle back to home, change the zoom, switch to orthogonal view
#Show all: This will show any hidden shapes. While designing, you can choose to hide a shape. This is sometimes helpful if you want to see a piece that is under another.
#Group: Take several shapes and turn them into one shape
#Ungroup: Take a shape that is composed of several pieces, and separate them back into individual pieces.
#Align: Align several pieces
#Mirror: Mirror a component
#Import: You can also import shapes that have already been created using the '''Import''' button. You can add both 2D and 3D shapes. The file type for 2D shapes needs to be “'''.svg'''”, and the file type for 3D shapes is “'''.stl'''” or “'''.obj'''”
#Export: Download the selected object or everything on the build plate. Download it as an .stl for 3D printing and a .svg for laser cutting.

==Using Tinkercad==
On the right hand side there are a series of different shapes that you can place on the your workplane. These are your building blocks. If you click on building '''Basic Shapes''' you can select different types of shapes (or blocks).

There are shapes that are '''Holes''', these on the striped gray and white ones. If you move them to the workplane, they will appear translucent. As you will learn, this is not very useful because any shape can be turned into a hole. For example, if you found model you liked on Tinkercad and you wanted to add a new hole.

Once you have your shape you can change the size with:

*Black cube: Change one dimension
*White cube: Change two dimensions
*Curved black arrows: Rotate shape in that plane
*Black cone: Raise or lower shape

If you are putting a piece on top of another, make sure the piece is not floating. Every piece should be touching another one or be on the platform.

When you have a shape selected, the '''Shape''' window will appear. This tool lets you choose if this shape is solid (Color) or a hole (Hole).

If you like your shape to be a hole, select the hole button and the shape should become semi-transparent. It will not actually take into affect until you group those two objects. The group button, found on the top right hand side, will only be available when there is more than one shape selected.

You also want to group all your shapes before downloading for 3D printing.

To change the name of your design, click on the automatically generated name that is in the top left corner. This is useful to be able to find the design later and know what it is.

==Other Tools==
Other useful tools can be found above the Tinkercad shapes menus.

'''Workplane''' tool allows you to change the base plane. Drag it onto the edge of another shape, to create a new workplane. An orange workplane will appear. If you drag a shape onto the plane, it will already appear perpendicular to that plane. To get rid of the new orange plane, drag a new plane back to the original blue one.

'''Ruler''' allows for you to easily change the dimensions of the shape. Just place it anywhere on the workplane and the dimensions will appear. Just click on the dimensions and you can change their value

Next to the group button, there are another set of useful tools, '''Align (L)''' and '''Flip (M)'''. To use these, you need to select more than one shape.

==Printing your design==
When you are done, and you want to print your new design, click '''Export''' at the top right corner.

A new window will appear. If you want to 3D print, choose which shapes you want to print (everything or only some selected shapes) and select the format '''.STL'''. If you want to laser cut the projection of the shape, select the format'''.SVG.'''

File:Mirroralign.png

2019-03-06T14:57:25Z

Meganmahoney:

MakerBot Replicator 2

2019-03-06T14:54:15Z

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{{PrinterInfobox
| name = MakerBot Replicator 2
| image = Replicator2.png
| slicerName = MakerBot Print
| slicerLink = https://www.makerbot.com/3d-printers/makerbot-print/
| buildVolume = 285 × 153 × 155 mm
| materials = PLA
| minLayerHeight = 0.1
| heatedBuildPlate = No
}}

=== Replicator 2 Tech Specs ===
{| class="wikitable"
|
|Fast print
|Normal
|High
|-
|Layer Height (mm)
|0.3
|0.2
|0.1
|-
|Number of shells
|2
|2
|2
|-
|Roof/Floor thickness (mm)
|0.8
|1
|1
|-
|Infill (%)
|10
|10
|15
|-
|Build Speed (mm/s)
|Varies
|Varies
|Varies
|-
|Travel Speed (mm/s)
|150
|150
|150
|}
[[Category:3D Printers]]

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Digital technologies/Soldering/Soldering- Beginner

2019-03-05T19:11:09Z

Meganmahoney:

Soldering is a process often used when working with electronics. It consists of melting one metal to connect two or more metal pieces. This connection not only creates an electrical connection, but it also secures a component in place.

We will be going over two different situations where soldering is used. The first being when soldering two different wires together and the second is when soldering a component to a perfboard or a PCB. A perfboard is a rigid board which has a grid of holes drilled into it. Each hole is surrounded by a copper pad onto which you can adhere solder. A PCB is a printed circuit board. They are similar to perfboards except that the components are connected using a conductive material built into the board.

== The process ==

=== What is needed: ===

* Soldering iron
* Solder (preferably lead free)
* Components you want to solder
* Vent fan

Optional items:

* Solder wick
* De-soldering tool
* Soldering mat

=== Soldering two wires together ===
Soldering two wires is the best way to practice soldering at the very beginning. There are two types of wire, either stranded or solid core. Both have a metal core wrapped in a plastic covering. To see the metal, you need to expose the core by removing the plastic. There are special tools to do this called “wire strippers”. However, it is possible to do the same thing with scissors. A video on how to strip the wire is available here.

==== Procedure ====

# Grab a few wires, strip 1 cm off each end and bend each end in a U shape.
# Crimp the two wires together with a pair of pliers.
# Hold the soldering iron like a pen. Heat the two wires for 1-2 seconds and then flow solder on the connection. The goal is to heat the connection not the solder. Once you see the solder flow evenly throughout the connection, remove the solder and soldering iron.
# Allow the connection to cool, this usually takes 20-30 seconds. During this time, avoid moving the wires

=== Soldering to a board ===

# Place the lead (metal stick coming from component) or wire through the hole in the perfboard or PCB.
# Holding the soldering iron like a pen, heat the copper pad and lead with soldering iron until the solder begins to flow and forms a strong connection. Remove solder, and then the soldering iro. This process should take only a few seconds.
# Allow for the connection to cool

Digital technologies/Textiles/Embroidery- Beginner

2019-03-05T18:54:42Z

Meganmahoney:

== What is embroidery ==
Embroidery is the process of adding thread to a cloth to add a pattern or image .Using an embroidery machine you can write text with thread on cloth surfaces or draw images to make logos or patches! You can also embroider different colours by layering.

An embroidery machine looks like a regular sewing machine however it has a motorized bed that moves along the x-y axes with an automated needle.

It can embroider (print) only one colour at a time. Will have to replace the spool of thread each time you want a new colour.

== Creating an embroider design ==
We use a program called PE-DESIGN NEXT 9 to make embroidery designs.The program is found on the computer attached to the sewing machine.

# Begin by creating a new file
# You can insert shapes into the work area (the big white box in the center) by selecting a shape and then holding and dragging to draw the shape you want. If you do not see the shapes button, switch over to the Home tab.
# Change the colours. Click on the shape then in the '''Attributes''' tab, then click on the spool and select the colour you want it to be in the side panel. You can do this too to change the colour of the outline. '''Note:''' Make sure all your colours are consistent throughout. (Don’t have 3 different shades of blue if you want the same blue throughout the print) The more colours you add, the longer it will take to embroider and more spool changes you will need to do.
# Changing Stitch Pattern. You can also change the stitch pattern in the attributes tab to get different effects to your design.
# Optimizing for Sewing Order. Since the embroidery machine can do only one colour at a time, it is important to optimize the file to do all the same colours at once. We can do this by grouping the same coloured layers together in the sewing order panel on the left.
# Finishing up. Save your work.Go to the '''Home''' tab. Plug in your machine to the computer. Send your deisng to the machine.

 

== Using the Embroidery Machine: Brother HE240 ==
The embroidery machine is very finicky and needs everything to be right to operate properly.

'''Precautions before use:'''

* Make sure you are using a 75/11 needle
* Make sure the embroidery attachment is installed
* Make sure the bobbin has a thread in it
* Make sure there’s nothing obstructing the way of the loop’s path
* Do not sew when there is no thread
* Do not sew when there is no fabric to sew on
* Be patient but have fun!

'''Operations checklist'''

Before operating the machine, you need to set it up to get it working. Make sure that:

* The machine is threaded properly and the thread is through the needle
* The bobbin is not empty
* The foot is down

'''Turning on the machine'''

The power switch is found on the side of the machine.

You will be prompted a message after turning it on, hit OK

If the machine is not already threaded or is threaded with the wrong colour, follow the steps for threading the machine.

== Threading the Machine ==
There are two pre-steps that come before those numbered on the machine.

# Insert the spool of thread into the long pin.
# Before threading, make sure the needle is in its highest position. If not you will have to adjust the height with the knob show on the right side of the machine. Note: It is advised that you use thread meant for embroidery. It would say embroidery on the spool, this yields higher quality results. '''Now we are using the steps that are on the machine.'''
## Bring the string through the metal hook.
## Continue bringing it underneath the plastic piece. You can also see the visual guide on how to do this that is on the machine.
## Pull the thread down the side of the machine into the slot. Now take the thread and wrap it around the thin plastic U shaped part, pulling it all the way up.
## Keep pulling the thread up and then pull it toward the machine.
## Then pull the thread down, you will notice that it will latch onto the metal piece on the inside.'''Note:''' If the thread does not latch onto the metal piece, try again until it does.
## Make sure the needle is in the highest position, then pull down the thread and latch it to the hook above the need labelled
## Finally pull the string from the needle and cut off the excess length. (Leave about 10cm) That’s it for threading the machine!

'''Note:''' Do not pull the string out of the needle, only the excess part to cut it off

== Rewinding the bobbin ==
A sewing machine needs a feed of thread from the bottom too. Otherwise the thread wouldn’t stay onto what you’re sewing on. You can see in the demonstration on the side how the bobbin role is important when it comes to sewing.

The bobbin is found in the bottom of the machine and needs to be refilled every time it runs out, otherwise the machine will not sew.

If the bobbin is empty, you must follow the steps on rewinding the thread onto the bobbin.

# Take the lid off the bobbin as the diagram shows, then take out the spool of thread and remove any remaining thread from it.
# Turn on the machine and place the spool on the top of the machine as shown.
# Pass the thread under the hook then around the metal cylindrical part as shown.
# Then wrap the thread around the spool several times so it doesn’t come off or get loose. Make sure it is in this direction.
# The start button (The one with the arrow) should now be yellow, press it and it will start winding the thread around the spool. Once it’s nearly full, press the yellow button again to stop it.
# Push the bobbin the other way as show and take it off the winder. Your bobbin is now refilled!
# Take the lid off the bobbin as you did before. Take the end of the thread
# Take the end of the thread and place it under the plastic tab.
# Then take the thread and loop it in around the plastic grove as shown.
# Once done, put the cover back on and push it in.

== Setting up the Print Bed ==
Take the plastic hoop off the embroidery machine:

# Pull the metal tab
# Pull upwards on the plastic hoop to remove it
# Once it is off, push the tab up to bring up the foot.
# Slide the hoop off from under the foot

'''Do not move the arm, this can ruin the machine.'''

Loosen the screw until the top half of the loop comes off. Do not fully unscrew the screw.

Place the stabilizer sheet on the bottom half of the loop with the screw (This step is optional, but a stabilizer leads to higher quality embroiders and is less prone to failure.

Place the piece of cloth you wish to embroider on top , followed by the top half of the hoop.

'''Note:''' Make sure the arrow is on the top and not pointing towards the screw. If it is change the orientation of the top piece. Push in the plastic top part from the corners and gently tighten the cloth as you’re doing so. Once the top part of the hoop is fully in, tighten the screw.

'''Note:''' Make sure the piece of cloth is tightened evenly across the hoop and doesn’t have any creases. If the foot is down, push the lever up to bring the foot up.

Slide the hoop under the foot

Put the hoop in the arm. Push it in until it clicks into place. That’s it! Now the bed is ready

== Loading a design onto the machine ==
Plug in the USB cable in into the back of the machine and connect the other end to your computer.

Open your design in the PE-Design software and go to the Home tab.

Click on Send > Send to Your Machine and then select the first option in that list.
 

== Preparing your design ==
Click on the computer icon to access the designs you loaded from the computer.

Select your design from the screen.

Press on the pocket.

When you see this screen, it is ready to embroider.

== Making Adjustments to Size and Position ==
Press the '''Adjust''' button.

Then press the '''Layout''' button

=== Changing the position ===
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=== Changing the size ===
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When you are done making the adjustments, press the back button until you are back to design screen with your design on it.

Push down on the lever to bring the foot down.

The ↑ (Go) button should now turn green. Make sure there is nothing around the embroidery machine and press it! The machine will now start embroidering!

'''Do not touch the machine while it’s operating.'''

* Very sharp needle moving up and down
* Mechanical parts are moving all over the machine, touching them will cause the embroider to fail.

== Multi-Coloured Embroiders ==

* If your design has different colours, you will need to rethread the upper thread with the next colour and hit the Go button again after lowering the foot.
* The machine will tell you which colour to embroider in what order on the screen:

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== Finishing up ==

# When your design is finished embroidering the machine will tell you. Press okay then press then scissors button.\
# Raise the foot.
# Remove the hoop from the machine
# Loosen the screw on the hoop and take your embroidered design!

 

== Troubleshooting ==
Here are some common errors that might appear and how to fix them:

* Machine displays: '''“⚠ The bobbin thread is running out.”'''
** If the bobbin is empty: Refill the bobbin
** If the bobbin is full see: Thread the Bobbin
* Machine displays: '''“⚠ Check and rethread the upper thread.”''' 
** If the thread spool is empty: Thread the machine
** If the thread spool isn’t empty: Thread the machine
* The needle Breaks: Replace the needle

 

== Replacing the Needle ==
 

# Bring up the foot by pushing up on the lever. (Very important)
# Use the screwdriver found in the machine’s part bin to loosen the black screw that’s show. Do not fully unscrew the screw and beware of sharp points from the needle.
# Hold the needle with one hand and keep loosening the screw until you can pull the needle out. Make sure the needle does not fall into the machine.
# Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)
# Now that the needle is out, you need to put in a new 75/11 embroidery needle. The flat end of the needle needs to be facing away from you when sliding it back up into the machine. (Same orientation as show in the image)
# Make sure the needle cannot go up any further then tighten the screw.

File:Tinkercadintro.png

2019-03-05T18:19:54Z

Meganmahoney:

Digital technologies/3D printing/3D modeling- Beginner

2019-03-05T18:19:08Z

Meganmahoney:

Tinkercad is an easy software that allows you to design 3D desgins. It is easy to learn and simple to use. We strongly suggest you use this if this is your first time designing in 3D. To begin with, go to tinkercad.com and create an account. When you create an account, tinkercad starts with tutorial. Do the first few exercises to help you get to know the program. This page will introduce the basics.

==Tinkercad Layout==
Tinkercad is an easy way to do create your own 3D design. It is perfect for beginners and can still be used to create more complex designs.

When you go to the website, you need to sign up or log in. If it is the first time you visit the site, it will run you through the basics tutorial. You will learn to to move objects, use the camera controls, creating holes. If it is the first time you are using the software, I recommend running through the tutorial

==Buttons on the dashboard==
 
[[File:Tinkercadintro.png|thumb|]]

#Tinkercad logo: Clicking on the tinkercad logo with bring you back to the dashboard page
#FEATURES: This button takes you to a page that gives you an overview of Tinkercad’s features
#LEARN: The LEARN is where you can find tutorials to help you navigate the software a little easier. There are also lessons walking you through basic projects to inspire different ideas and to practice with the software.
#GALLERY: The GALLERY is where you can see projects that other people have made visible to the public, you can copy and modify those designs or inspire yourself from them. It is the fourth tab from the tinkercad logo.
#Create a new design: To create a new design in tinkercad, sign in and it will lead you to the desktop. Select the '''Create new design''' button and this will bring you to a blank workspace.

==Create a new design==
When you click “Create a new design", you are brought to a new window with a blue, gridded, workplane. Think of the workplane as a floor or the base of the 3D printer. You want to make sure that the part you are building is sitting on the this surface. This is where you will do your designing. There are several tools which you can use to help you design.
[[File:Tinkercadworkplane.png|thumb|]]

#Name of your design: To change the name of your design, click on the automatically generated name that is in the top left corner. This is useful to be able to find the design later and know what it is.
#View square: Drag around the square to change the viewing angle.
#View buttons: Bring the viewing angle back to home, change the zoom, switch to orthogonal view
#Show all: This will show any hidden shapes. While designing, you can choose to hide a shape. This is sometimes helpful if you want to see a piece that is under another.
#Group: Take several shapes and turn them into one shape
#Ungroup: Take a shape that is composed of several pieces, and separate them back into individual pieces.
#Align: Align several pieces
#Mirror: Mirror a component
#Import: You can also import shapes that have already been created using the '''Import''' button. You can add both 2D and 3D shapes. The file type for 2D shapes needs to be “'''.svg'''”, and the file type for 3D shapes is “'''.stl'''” or “'''.obj'''”
#Export: Download the selected object or everything on the build plate. Download it as an .stl for 3D printing and a .svg for laser cutting.

==Using Tinkercad==
On the right hand side there are a series of different shapes that you can place on the your workplane. These are your building blocks. If you click on building '''Basic Shapes''' you can select different types of shapes (or blocks).

[[File:Basicshapes.png|thumb|]]

There are shapes that are '''Holes''', these on the striped gray and white ones. If you move them to the workplane, they will appear translucent. As you will learn, this is not very useful because any shape can be turned into a hole. For example, if you found model you liked on Tinkercad and you wanted to add a new hole.

[[File:Tinkercadimport.png|thumb|]]

Once you have your shape you can change the size with:

*Black cube: Change one dimension
*White cube: Change two dimensions
*Curved black arrows: Rotate shape in that plane
*Black cone: Raise or lower shape

[[File:Changeshapetinkercad.png|thumb|]]

If you are putting a piece on top of another, make sure the piece is not floating. Every piece should be touching another one or be on the platform.

[[File:Changeview.png|thumb|]]

When you have a shape selected, the '''Shape''' window will appear. This tool lets you choose if this shape is solid (Color) or a hole (Hole).

If you like your shape to be a hole, select the hole button and the shape should become semi-transparent. It will not actually take into affect until you group those two objects. The group button, found on the top right hand side, will only be available when there is more than one shape selected.

You also want to group all your shapes before downloading for 3D printing.

[[File:Tinkercadgroup.png|thumb|]]

To change the name of your design, click on the automatically generated name that is in the top left corner. This is useful to be able to find the design later and know what it is.

[[File:Tinkercadrename.png|thumb|]]

==Other Tools==
Other useful tools can be found above the Tinkercad shapes menus.

[[File:Workplane.png|thumb|]]'''Workplane''' tool allows you to change the base plane. Drag it onto the edge of another shape, to create a new workplane. An orange workplane will appear. If you drag a shape onto the plane, it will already appear perpendicular to that plane. To get rid of the new orange plane, drag a new plane back to the original blue one. 

[[File:Usingworkplane.png|thumb|]]

[[File:Tinkercadruler.png|thumb|]]'''Ruler''' allows for you to easily change the dimensions of the shape. Just place it anywhere on the workplane and the dimensions will appear. Just click on the dimensions and you can change their value

Next to the group button, there are another set of useful tools, '''Align (L)''' and '''Flip (M)'''. To use these, you need to select more than one shape.

[[File:Mirroralign.png|thumb|]]

==Printing your design==
When you are done, and you want to print your new design, click '''Export''' at the top right corner.

[[File:Tinkercadexportbutton.png|thumb|]]A new window will appear. If you want to 3D print, choose which shapes you want to print (everything or only some selected shapes) and select the format '''.STL'''. If you want to laser cut the projection of the shape, select the format'''.SVG'''.

Digital technologies/3D printing/3D modeling- Beginner

2019-03-05T18:17:05Z

Meganmahoney:

Tinkercad is an easy software that allows you to design 3D desgins. It is easy to learn and simple to use. We strongly suggest you use this if this is your first time designing in 3D. To begin with, go to tinkercad.com and create an account. When you create an account, tinkercad starts with tutorial. Do the first few exercises to help you get to know the program. This page will introduce the basics.

==Tinkercad Layout==
Tinkercad is an easy way to do create your own 3D design. It is perfect for beginners and can still be used to create more complex designs.

When you go to the website, you need to sign up or log in. If it is the first time you visit the site, it will run you through the basics tutorial. You will learn to to move objects, use the camera controls, creating holes. If it is the first time you are using the software, I recommend running through the tutorial

==Buttons on the dashboard==
 
[[File:Tinkercadintro.png|thumb|]]

#Tinkercad logo: Clicking on the tinkercad logo with bring you back to the dashboard page
#FEATURES: This button takes you to a page that gives you an overview of Tinkercad’s features
#LEARN: The LEARN is where you can find tutorials to help you navigate the software a little easier. There are also lessons walking you through basic projects to inspire different ideas and to practice with the software.
#GALLERY: The GALLERY is where you can see projects that other people have made visible to the public, you can copy and modify those designs or inspire yourself from them. It is the fourth tab from the tinkercad logo.
#Create a new design: To create a new design in tinkercad, sign in and it will lead you to the desktop. Select the '''Create new design''' button and this will bring you to a blank workspace.

==Create a new design==
When you click “Create a new design", you are brought to a new window with a blue, gridded, workplane. Think of the workplane as a floor or the base of the 3D printer. You want to make sure that the part you are building is sitting on the this surface. This is where you will do your designing. There are several tools which you can use to help you design.
[[File:Tinkercadworkplane.png|thumb|]]
#Name of your design: To change the name of your design, click on the automatically generated name that is in the top left corner. This is useful to be able to find the design later and know what it is.
#View square: Drag around the square to change the viewing angle.
#View buttons: Bring the viewing angle back to home, change the zoom, switch to orthogonal view
#Show all: This will show any hidden shapes. While designing, you can choose to hide a shape. This is sometimes helpful if you want to see a piece that is under another.
#Group: Take several shapes and turn them into one shape
#Ungroup: Take a shape that is composed of several pieces, and separate them back into individual pieces.
#Align: Align several pieces
#Mirror: Mirror a component
#Import: You can also import shapes that have already been created using the '''Import''' button. You can add both 2D and 3D shapes. The file type for 2D shapes needs to be “'''.svg'''”, and the file type for 3D shapes is “'''.stl'''” or “'''.obj'''”
#Export: Download the selected object or everything on the build plate. Download it as an .stl for 3D printing and a .svg for laser cutting.

==Using Tinkercad==
On the right hand side there are a series of different shapes that you can place on the your workplane. These are your building blocks. If you click on building '''Basic Shapes''' you can select different types of shapes (or blocks).

[[File:Basicshapes.png|thumb|]]

There are shapes that are '''Holes''', these on the striped gray and white ones. If you move them to the workplane, they will appear translucent. As you will learn, this is not very useful because any shape can be turned into a hole. For example, if you found model you liked on Tinkercad and you wanted to add a new hole.

[[File:Tinkercadimport.png|thumb|]]

Once you have your shape you can change the size with:

*Black cube: Change one dimension
*White cube: Change two dimensions
*Curved black arrows: Rotate shape in that plane
*Black cone: Raise or lower shape

[[File:Changeshapetinkercad.png|thumb|]]

If you are putting a piece on top of another, make sure the piece is not floating. Every piece should be touching another one or be on the platform.

[[File:Changeview.png|thumb|]]

When you have a shape selected, the '''Shape''' window will appear. This tool lets you choose if this shape is solid (Color) or a hole (Hole).

If you like your shape to be a hole, select the hole button and the shape should become semi-transparent. It will not actually take into affect until you group those two objects. The group button, found on the top right hand side, will only be available when there is more than one shape selected.

You also want to group all your shapes before downloading for 3D printing.

[[File:Tinkercadgroup.png|thumb|]]

To change the name of your design, click on the automatically generated name that is in the top left corner. This is useful to be able to find the design later and know what it is.

[[File:Tinkercadrename.png|thumb|]]

== Other Tools ==
Other useful tools can be found above the Tinkercad shapes menus.

[[File:Workplane.png|thumb|]]'''Workplane''' tool allows you to change the base plane. Drag it onto the edge of another shape, to create a new workplane. An orange workplane will appear. If you drag a shape onto the plane, it will already appear perpendicular to that plane. To get rid of the new orange plane, drag a new plane back to the original blue one. 

[[File:Usingworkplane.png|thumb|]]

[[File:Tinkercadruler.png|thumb|]]'''Ruler''' allows for you to easily change the dimensions of the shape. Just place it anywhere on the workplane and the dimensions will appear. Just click on the dimensions and you can change their value

Next to the group button, there are another set of useful tools, '''Align (L)''' and '''Flip (M)'''. To use these, you need to select more than one shape.

[[File:Mirroralign.png|thumb|]]

== Printing your design ==
When you are done, and you want to print your new design, click '''Export''' at the top right corner.

[[File:Tinkercadexportbutton.png|thumb|]]A new window will appear. If you want to 3D print, choose which shapes you want to print (everything or only some selected shapes) and select the format '''.STL'''. If you want to laser cut the projection of the shape, select the format'''.SVG'''.

Digital technologies/3D printing/3D modeling- Beginner

2019-03-05T18:10:57Z

Meganmahoney:

Tinkercad is an easy software that allows you to design 3D desgins. It is easy to learn and simple to use. We strongly suggest you use this if this is your first time designing in 3D. To begin with, go to tinkercad.com and create an account. When you create an account, tinkercad starts with tutorial. Do the first few exercises to help you get to know the program. This page will introduce the basics.

==Tinkercad Layout==
Tinkercad is an easy way to do create your own 3D design. It is perfect for beginners and can still be used to create more complex designs.

When you go to the website, you need to sign up or log in. If it is the first time you visit the site, it will run you through the basics tutorial. You will learn to to move objects, use the camera controls, creating holes. If it is the first time you are using the software, I recommend running through the tutorial

==Buttons on the dashboard==
 

#Tinkercad logo: Clicking on the tinkercad logo with bring you back to the dashboard page
#FEATURES: This button takes you to a page that gives you an overview of Tinkercad’s features
#LEARN: The LEARN is where you can find tutorials to help you navigate the software a little easier. There are also lessons walking you through basic projects to inspire different ideas and to practice with the software.
#GALLERY: The GALLERY is where you can see projects that other people have made visible to the public, you can copy and modify those designs or inspire yourself from them. It is the fourth tab from the tinkercad logo.
#Create a new design: To create a new design in tinkercad, sign in and it will lead you to the desktop. Select the '''Create new design''' button and this will bring you to a blank workspace.

==Create a new design==
When you click “Create a new design", you are brought to a new window with a blue, gridded, workplane. Think of the workplane as a floor or the base of the 3D printer. You want to make sure that the part you are building is sitting on the this surface. This is where you will do your designing. There are several tools which you can use to help you design.

#Name of your design: To change the name of your design, click on the automatically generated name that is in the top left corner. This is useful to be able to find the design later and know what it is.
#View square: Drag around the square to change the viewing angle.
#View buttons: Bring the viewing angle back to home, change the zoom, switch to orthogonal view
#Show all: This will show any hidden shapes. While designing, you can choose to hide a shape. This is sometimes helpful if you want to see a piece that is under another.
#Group: Take several shapes and turn them into one shape
#Ungroup: Take a shape that is composed of several pieces, and separate them back into individual pieces.
#Align: Align several pieces
#Mirror: Mirror a component
#Import: You can also import shapes that have already been created using the '''Import''' button. You can add both 2D and 3D shapes. The file type for 2D shapes needs to be “'''.svg'''”, and the file type for 3D shapes is “'''.stl'''” or “'''.obj'''”
#Export: Download the selected object or everything on the build plate. Download it as an .stl for 3D printing and a .svg for laser cutting.

==Using Tinkercad==
On the right hand side there are a series of different shapes that you can place on the your workplane. These are your building blocks. If you click on building '''Basic Shapes''' you can select different types of shapes (or blocks).

There are shapes that are '''Holes''', these on the striped gray and white ones. If you move them to the workplane, they will appear translucent. As you will learn, this is not very useful because any shape can be turned into a hole. For example, if you found model you liked on Tinkercad and you wanted to add a new hole.

Once you have your shape you can change the size with:

*Black cube: Change one dimension
*White cube: Change two dimensions
*Curved black arrows: Rotate shape in that plane
*Black cone: Raise or lower shape

If you are putting a piece on top of another, make sure the piece is not floating. Every piece should be touching another one or be on the platform.

When you have a shape selected, the '''Shape''' window will appear. This tool lets you choose if this shape is solid (Color) or a hole (Hole).

If you like your shape to be a hole, select the hole button and the shape should become semi-transparent. It will not actually take into affect until you group those two objects. The group button, found on the top right hand side, will only be available when there is more than one shape selected.

You also want to group all your shapes before downloading for 3D printing.

To change the name of your design, click on the automatically generated name that is in the top left corner. This is useful to be able to find the design later and know what it is.

== Other Tools ==
Other useful tools can be found above the Tinkercad shapes menus.

'''Workplane''' tool allows you to change the base plane. Drag it onto the edge of another shape, to create a new workplane. An orange workplane will appear. If you drag a shape onto the plane, it will already appear perpendicular to that plane. To get rid of the new orange plane, drag a new plane back to the original blue one. 

'''Ruler''' allows for you to easily change the dimensions of the shape. Just place it anywhere on the workplane and the dimensions will appear. Just click on the dimensions and you can change their value

Next to the group button, there are another set of useful tools, '''Align (L)''' and '''Flip (M)'''. To use these, you need to select more than one shape.

== Printing your design ==
When you are done, and you want to print your new design, click '''Export''' at the top right corner.

A new window will appear. If you want to 3D print, choose which shapes you want to print (everything or only some selected shapes) and select the format '''.STL'''. If you want to laser cut the projection of the shape, select the format'''.SVG'''.

Digital technologies/3D printing/3D modeling- Beginner

2019-03-04T16:46:44Z

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Ultimaker 2+

2019-03-04T16:24:41Z

Meganmahoney:

{{PrinterInfobox
| name = Ultimaker 2+
| image = Ultimaker2+.png
| buildVolume = 223 × 223 × 205 mm
| materials = PLA, NinjaFlex
|minLayerHeight=0.02|heatedBuildPlate=Yes|slicerLink=https://ultimaker.com/cura|slicerName=Cura}}
These are the preset for the different nozzles on the Ultimaker 2+

'''Using 0.4 nozzle'''
{| class="wikitable"
|
|Fast print
|Normal
|High
|-
|Layer Height (mm)
|0.15
|0.10
|0.06
|-
|Top/Bottom Layer thickness (mm)
|0.75
|1.05
|1.05
|-
|Wall thickness (mm)
|0.7
|0.8
|0.72
|-
|Infill (%)
|18
|20
|22
|-
|Build Speed (mm/s)
|60
|50
|50
|-
|Travel Speed (mm/s)
|150
|120
|120
|}
'''Using 0.6 Nozzle'''
{| class="wikitable"
|
|Normal
|-
|Layer Height (mm)
|0.15
|-
|Top/Bottom Layer thickness (mm)
|1.2
|-
|Wall thickness (mm)
|1.59
|-
|Infill (%)
|20
|-
|Build Speed (mm/s)
|55
|-
|Travel Speed (mm/s)
|120
|}
'''Using 0.8 Nozzle'''
{| class="wikitable"
|
|Low
|-
|Layer Height (mm)
|0.2
|-
|Top/Bottom Layer thickness (mm)
|1.2
|-
|Wall thickness (mm)
|2.1
|-
|Infill (%)
|20
|-
|Build Speed (mm/s)
|40
|-
|Travel Speed (mm/s)
|120
|}
[[Category:3D Printers]]