Video Instructions for Steps 1 - 10

Step 1: Open PrusaSlicer


Step 2: Check configuration

Skip if already done; if not, choose Configuration, Configuration Wizard and follow this configuration walkthrough video.


Step 3: Check filament settings


For PETG filament, use these settings:

First layer Other layers
Nozzle 230 240
Bed 85 90

Step 4: Download STEP or STL file from Google Drive to SD card

(How to get STEP or STL file from Onshape onto Google Drive)

(A) Insert SD card from blue 'bucket'.

(B) Download from Recent Google Drive files.


(C) Click up arrow next to file and choose "Show in folder".


(D) Drag (copy) to the SDHC card.


Step 5: Import STEP or STL file from SD card

File, Import, Import STL/3MF/STEP.





Step 6: Arrange object(s) and choose settings

Step 6 video instructions

Be sure to include supports "everywhere" if needed.

Step 7: Slice and check print statistics

Slice now.


Check to see if the print time and filament used are reasonable.


Print jobs that exceed 5 hours may be stopped early by an instructor or assistant lab manager and discarded unless prior approval is granted.  Discuss with a teacher.

Step 8: Export to SD card and eject SD card



Slightly push SD card in and then remove.

Step 9: Select an available printer

Be sure the build plate is squarely on the machine.

Step 10: Insert SD card and begin print

Spin knob clockwise to point to your file.

Press the knob in to begin the print.

Last modified: Tuesday, June 25, 2024, 9:46 AM