The Laser Cutter isn’t Working! Troubleshooting in Metropolis
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Prusa Printer Precision First Layer Calibration
I have found the factory first layer calibration routine on the Prusa MK3S+ to be effective, but somewhat frustrating. It relies on visually inspecting the…
Turn Threads with a Single-Point Tool
Difficulty: 2 Moderate Time required: 15 minutes to 1 hour Tools needed: – CNC Prototrak lathe – Threading tool, internal or external, sized appropriately for…
File Preparation for Waterjet using ProtoMAX / OMAX Layout
Step 1 Import and Clean File Open ProtoMax Layout File | Import from Other CAD Clean button on right side of screen If the drawing…
ProtoMAX Waterjet Machine Operation
Hazard Class: 3 Applies to: Metropolis, The Deep Difficulty: Easy Time Required: 20 minutes to 2 hours Tools needed: – Waterjet – Dial Caliper Introduction…
Change the Punch and Die on the Ironworker
Difficulty: 2 – Moderate Applies to: Metropolis Time: 5 to 20 minutes Tools needed: – Ironworker Wrench – Ironworker Gage Wire – Ironworker Hex Key…
Universal VLS 3.50 Machine Operation Guide
Machine Hazard Class: 3 Applies to: Metropolis Machine Status on Mobius: Universal VLS 3.50 Step 1 — Ensure that your material is safe to cut.…
Epilog Fusion M2 Machine Operation Guide
Machine Hazard Class: 3 Applies to: Metropolis Machine Status on Mobius: Epilog Fusion Step 1 — Ensure that your material is safe to cut. Check…
Epilog Zing Machine Operation Guide
Machine Hazard Class: 3 Applies to: Metropolis Machine Status on Mobius: Epilog Zing Step 1 — Ensure that your material is safe to cut. Check…
Ceramic SLA Printing
Difficulty: 3 Difficult Time: 2-4 Days Tools needed: – Form 2 or 3 printer – Diagonal Cutter – Hacksaw Blade – Sandpaper – Kiln NOTE:…