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FAQ PAGE
ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS AND PROBLEMS WHILE FABRICATING
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3D PRINTING
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HOW CAN I SEE IF MY OBJECT HAS ANY NAKED/ OPEN EDGES?
Select your model in Rhino, click "Analyze" in the top menu, "Edge Tools", and "Show Edges". Everything
highlighted in PINK will be a naked edge and cause complications when printing.
MY STUDIO PRINTER IS HAVING ISSUES, IS THE DIGIFAB TEAM ABLE TO HELP WITH THIS?
Unfortunately, we don't provide direct support for the 3D printers in studios. To request assistance,
please fill out this
Google Form
for USC SoA 3D Printer Technical Support.
LASER CUTTING
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WHAT'S THE WALK IN POLICY?
One laser cutter will be dedicated to 30 minute (MAXIMUM) walk-in appointments on Saturdays and
Sundays. There may be a queue and there is no garuntee you will be able to cut. You are also welcome
to check the Laser Lab Scheduler to see if a laser cutter is available at any given time.
WHERE CAN I FIND INSPIRATION AND LEARN ABOUT THE LIMITATIONS OF OUR LASER CUTTERS?
You can download our PDF that contains a variety of helpful information, inspiration, and tips for using
the laser cutters
HERE
CNC MILLING
What if when you're trying to 3D print an object, it fails?
To fix this problem, you just need to remove the print, try slicing the new object again, removing the
spool from the extruder, and keeping an eye on the print because the first few layers may delaminate
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What if when you're trying to 3D print an object, it delaminates from the bed?
To fix this problem, you just need to remove the print, try slicing the new object again, removing the
spool from the extruder, and keeping an eye on the print because the first few layers may delaminate
WATER JET
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HOW SMALL / DETAILED CAN I GET WITH THE WATER JET?
Our water jet is best equipped to cut out larger shapes, and while it can cut some details, it will not be
as accurate as the laser cutter.
HOW DO I REMOVE LEFTOVER TABS ON MY MATERIAL?
To keep your cuts from detaching from the stock material, we need to add tabs. You're able to use the
dremel kit to sand down any protrusions/ tabs left over.
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