Simplify3D is a software program used in combination with the MakerGear 3D printers for preparing dual-extrusion print jobs.
INTRODUCTION
MakerGear M2 users should utilize Simplify3D to prepare all 3D files for 3D printing. However, thanks to the M3's on-board slicing engine, MakerGear M3 users are only required to utilize Simplify3D for advanced file preparation, such as in dual extrusion applications.
By preparing 3D models in Simplify3D using the configuration files that correspond to your printer model, the resulting output files pre-optimized for printing with your MakerGear 3D printer.
Listed below you can see a brief overview of the recommended workflow for preparing 3D files, which is organized by printer model.
How to prepare 3D files for 3D printing using Simplify3D
MakerGear M3-ID, dual-extrusion prints using supported material profiles:
1 - Download and install Simplify3D configuration files
2 - Prepare files using Simplify3D
3 - Save file to local disk (documents folder, desktop, etc)
4 - Drag-and-drop the new file into the OctoPrint file station
5 - Click "Print"
MakerGear M3-ID, single-extrusion prints using supported material profiles:
1 - Drag-and-drop the 3D file into the OctoPrint file station.
2 - Select your preferred printer/material profile and post-slicing action (e.g. "do nothing", "select for printing", or "begin printing") from the pop-up menu.
3 - Click "Print"
MakerGear M3-ID, all prints using unsupported material profiles:
1 - Download and install Simplify3D configuration files
2 - Prepare files in Simplify3D using your customized settings.
3 - Save file to local disk (documents folder, desktop, etc)
4 - Drag-and-drop the new file into the OctoPrint file station
5 - Click "Print"
MakerGear M3-SE, single-extrusion prints using supported material profiles:
1 - Drag-and-drop the 3D file into the OctoPrint file station.
2 - Select your preferred printer/material profile and post-slicing action (e.g. "do nothing", "select for printing", or "begin printing") from the pop-up menu.
3 - Click "Print"
MakerGear M3-SE, single-extrusion prints using unsupported material profiles:
1 - Download and install Simplify3D configuration files
2 - Open Simplify3D to prepare 3D files using your preferred material and settings, then click "Print Preview".
3 - Save file to local disk (documents folder, desktop, etc)
4 - Drag-and-drop the new file into the OctoPrint file station
5 - Click "Print"
MakerGear M2 Dual, all prints:
1 - Download and install Simplify3D configuration files for the M2 Dual.
2 - Open Simplify3D to prepare 3D files using your preferred material and settings, then click "Print Preview".
3 - Click "Save to SD card".
4 - Go to "Tools"-> "Machine Control Panel".
5 - Click "Print from SD Card".
6 - Select file to print; will begin printing once target temperatures are reached.
MakerGear M2 Rev. E, all prints:
1 - Download and install Simplify3D configuration files for the M2.
2 - Prepare files using Simplify3D.
3 - Save to SD card.
4 - Go to "Tools"-> "Machine Control Panel".
5 - Click "Print from SD Card".
6 - Select file to print; will begin printing once target temperatures are reached.