3D Printing Starter

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Get started with FDM (filament) 3D printers at Vector Space.
Event Start Date

Class Name  3D Printing Starter

Duration   2.5 hours

Cost  $25 ($20 for members)

Class Size  4-5

Ages  14+

Description

Set sail with 3D printers and PrusaSlicer! Get an introduction to 3D printers, PrusaSlicer software and free 3D model websites. Students will practice slicing downloaded models, operating 3D printers and learn shared lab practices and etiquette. Each student will print a "benchy" tugboat.

Paul Vandegraaf

Paul is a 3D Printing Shop Captain at Vector Space, with a focus on FDM printing. He enjoys the challenge of visualizing 3D objects, and sharing his knowledge with others. He is an acvite volunteer at the makerspace, and has been involved with several group project builds including the Power Racing Team, 3D printed knitting machine, and more.

These are the makers who are going to bring this project to life!

Emilio
Dante
Mary Ann
Bonnie

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Registration is open now through November 9, 2026.