jivekore Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 I'm a long time CA user and was wondering if anyone has tried to 3D print a model? The stl export from CA x6 is pretty ugly for that purpose. I'm sure I can find a way, but I'm hoping to save myself alot of time. Thanks Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buildology Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 I've tried the Makerbot software(which is free) just exported a 3DS and it went straight in, just need the $2500 for the printer and I'd be away.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HamlinBC Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 I've tried exporting to the .stl file format, and the guy that will do 3D printing for me said there were a lot of errors. Didn't look into it much past that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jivekore Posted June 3, 2014 Author Share Posted June 3, 2014 Sounds about the same as my experience. I used MeshMixer to fix the shells, but then it erases all the doors and windows!! Makerware will only work with Makerbot (you may be able to use it in a pinch if the build area of your printer matches a makerbot model). I am using a Hyrel 3D System 30, which is a more expensive "prosumer" unit ($4500+/-) - this is at my day job though. I have a less expensive 3d printer on order for the house ($350). For anyone who's interested there are several 3d printers in the sub $1000 range (& even a few around $500) that will provide decent prints. They will require a higher learning curve than the more expensive models. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kbird1 Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Don't know anything about 3D printing myself , but a thread on HomeTalk gives some more details on what he did, here it is.... https://hometalk.chiefarchitect.com/index.php?/topic/94-stl-export-fix-the-models/ M. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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