How to Optimize Parts on a Tray in GrabCAD Print

Stratasys

23 Sep, 2019 06:44 PM

Learn how to orient and arrange your parts in GrabCAD Print for the quickest and most efficient 3D printing.

1. Step 1: Orient Setting

   
   

   
   

   Did you know that each one of the row lines in GrabCAD Print represents a pass of the print head? As a result, to get the QUICKEST prints, you should orient your part so that it takes up more of the X position, and less of the Y position. 

   
   

   

   You can adjust the position of the model manually, by going to Orient Setting and changing the position.

2. Step 2: Arrange & Optimize Setting

   The Arrange Setting lets GrabCAD Print do the work for you.

   - ARRANGE THIS TRAY: this setting changes the position of the model but not the orientation.

   
   

   - OPTIMIZE: by checking the OPTIMIZE BOX, GrabCAD Print will automatically change the orientation of your part for maximum efficiency with regards to Print Time. 

3. Step 3: Tray Estimations

   You can check estimated Print Time for each orientation in GrabCAD Print. As you change the orientation and position, GrabCAD Print updates the Print Time.

   

   
   

   
   

4. Step 4: More on Optimizing Your Tray

   For more on optimizing your tray for surface finish, and more, check out these tutorials:

   • Pre-Printing tips for PolyJet on GrabCAD Print
   • Pre-printing Tips for Flexible PolyJet Materials
   • Pre-Printing Tips for Rigid Opaque and Transparent PolyJet Materials