# Event Details - **Event Name**: 3D Printer: 3D Printing 101 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Oct, 2024 at 10:00 am – Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am (-07:00) - **Event Description**: 3D printing is an additive manufacturing process to quickly make prototypes and finished products.About this EventIn this class, you’ll learn how to print a model on a 3D Printer. This includes software used to prepare your model for printing, 3D printer filament types and strategies to insure a successful final product.By the end of the class, you will know how to choose appropriate models, install and configure printing software and print a design.From a recent attendee: "This 3 hour introductory 3D printing class was very comprehensive and well-structured. Despite the limited timeframe, the instructor, Samir, managed to cover all the essential fundamentals, making the complex world of 3D printing feel accessible and practical.I walked away with a wealth of useful tips and the confidence to start my own projects; I highly recommend this course for any beginner looking for a solid foundation".Material fee: includedPlease bring your laptop to use for this class.Limited to 4 studentsNote: In this class we don’t cover creating 3D Designs. Please see our Fusion 360 Class to learn how to create 3D Models.InstructorSamir Parmar is an architectural designer using 3D printers extensively in his career.Questions? Samir@chimeraarts.orgClass outlineInspiration: ideas, software and online resources.Choosing and working with filaments materials.Setting up your model for printing.Operating a 3D printer.Finishing your project with post-production methods.Inspiration:Design considerations: A brief overview of what can and can’t be printed on a 3D printerSlicing software: a survey of freely available software used to prepare models for 3D printingFile formats and conversionsLayer height, Vertical shells and Infill typesAdding brims, rafts and supportsChoosing and working with filament typesPLAPETGTPUWoodNylonMetalPreparing your model for printingCreating and sending your G-code to the printerFilament feed mechanismsBed leveling and temperatureFirst layer adhesionPrint removal and clean upFinishing your 3D printSanding and finishing methods for printsGluing different filament materialsPaint options to make your print look like other materialsActivitiesFinding models to 3D printInstall and configure 3D slicing software on your computerPrinting a 3D model on an FDM printer with your computerApplying a finish to your print (optional)MaterialsPlease bring your laptop to use for this class.Cancellation Policy: Attendees must register for classes or request cancellations/refunds 72 hours in advance. (Some classes may require more time.) Eventbrite fees will be charged to the attendee. No walk-ins.Ages 8-15 are permitted to pay for and attend select classes with the direct supervision of a parent/legal guardian or authorized adult, who may attend in a supervisory role at no cost to the guardian. The department manager and instructor’s approval is also required.Ages 16-17 may take some classes independently, while some individuals or classes may require the direct supervision of a parent/legal guardian or authorized adult. The department manager’s and instructor’s approval is also required. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sebastopol/3d-printer-3d-printing-101/10000347462217847 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: under_18_with_guardian - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Chimera Arts and Maker Space - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 102.42, max: 102.42, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sebastopol - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Chimera Arts and Maker Space - **lat**: 38.4022368 - **long**: -122.8208348 - **full address**: Chimera Arts and Maker Space, 6791 Sebastopol Avenue, Sebastopol, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 3D Printer: 3D Printing 101 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/e036b774307032f2c4aad1f5e704be345589dcf6e04d21fa9a26a32307d24e88-rimg-w1200-h600-dc484845-gmir.jpg?v=1768319177 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 3D Printer: 3D Printing 101 being held? - **A:** 3D Printer: 3D Printing 101 takes place on Sat, 12 Oct, 2024 at 10:00 am to Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am at Chimera Arts and Maker Space, 6791 Sebastopol Avenue, Sebastopol, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 3D Printer: 3D Printing 101? - **A:** 3D Printer: 3D Printing 101 is organized by Chimera Arts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 3D Printer: 3D Printing 101 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sebastopol, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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