Tutorials

PolyJet 3D Printing: How to Assign Colors in GrabCAD Print

34 3 Beginner
When you import a part into GrabCAD Print and you have color options, it'll default to white. This tutorial teaches you how to apply colors using the improved PolyJet panel and Pantone™ Color Library selection tool. This tutorial is great for users with the Stratasys J55, J8 Series and other PolyJet printers.

Variable Density FDM parts with Advanced FDM in GrabCAD Print

23 1 Intermediate
A tutorial on how to create an FDM part with discrete zones with different infill patterns & densities. This is a great but simple tactic for reducing the print time and cost of your designs as well as making them both stiff and lightweight.

Best Practices for Working in KeyShot & GrabCAD Print

21 1 Expert
KeyShot 3D rendering software from Luxion Inc now seamlessly integrates with GrabCAD Print for a smooth and quick export of 3MF files. This new workflow allows designers to easily export 3MF files (that maintain color and texture data) from KeyShot into GrabCAD Print. In this tutorial guide, we’ll discuss best practices for when you’re working with KeyShot and GrabCAD Print.

How to get GrabCAD Print Certification Badge.

18 3 Beginner
In this tutorial i will show you how to achieve or unlock GrabCAD Print Certification badge.

Pre-Printing Tips for Rigid Opaque and Transparent PolyJet Materials

13 13 Beginner
This tutorial gives you tips for how to use various rigid materials on Stratasys PolyJet printers. This includes the entire Vero family, as well as the VeroVivids, VeroFlex, VeroClear, and FullCure720 (also known as RGD720). You can truly optimize final results for these materials if you know how to best utilize GrabCAD Print settings for part orientation, printing mode, surface finish, grid style, material selection, tray preparation, and other factors. Below, we will show you how. The information in this tutorial is applicable to GrabCAD Print version 1.32 and above. Older versions may differ slightly.

How to 3D Print a Detailed & Accurate Model of the Earth

11 5 Expert
Learn how to create a realistic 3D textured model of the Earth using Rhino, GrabCAD Print and Stratasys 3D printers. I also review how to select the right part priority and how to test prints for the perfect color.

How to Lower Your 3D Printer Material Cost Using this Trick in GrabCAD Print

10 0 Beginner
GrabCAD Print has multiple features that allow you to lower your 3D printer material cost, including making parts hallow, optimizing the orientation, and re-scaling. Learn how to apply these options here!

3D Printing Software: Getting Started With GrabCAD Print

9 0 Beginner
GrabCAD Print is an intuitive 3D printing tool for professionals that works across Stratasys printers. With the cloud-enabled software, users can print, schedule, report on printer utilization and material usage, and monitor print jobs from anywhere. Here's how to easily get started using GrabCAD Print.

How to Use Adaptive Slice in GrabCAD Print

9 1 Beginner
Adaptive Slice is a new software feature in GrabCAD Print that automatically changes the slice height of your FDM part depending on a number of aspects in order to save on time while still keeping the finer details and overall quality. Learn how to enable the new feature in this tutorial!

Assigning transparency for PolyJet in GrabCAD Print

9 0 Beginner
GrabCAD Print for PolyJet offers a number of settings to achieve transparency. Several factors determine which options to use, and which options are enabled. Depending on the specific needs and circumstances, you can utilize the transparency slider, the Alpha input channel, the Translucent checkbox, various digital materials (DMs), or direct VeroClear assignment. This tutorial will explain what each transparency setting in GrabCAD Print does and how each works, so users can understand their options and the differences between them.

How to Import 3MF Files from SOLIDWORKS Into GrabCAD Print

9 0 Beginner
GrabCAD Print’s latest update allows 3MF to be imported from industry standard CAD tools like SOLIDWORKS. In this tutorial we will review how to create a 3MF file in SOLIDWORKS , and enable GrabCAD Print to allow for 3MF imports. This tutorial is applicable to GrabCAD Print version 1.40 and above.

Pre-Printing tips for PolyJet on GrabCAD Print

8 0 Beginner
In this tutorial, we will discuss how to optimize a 3D model in GrabCAD Print before printing it on a PolyJet 3D printer.

POLYJET SUPPORT MATERIALS PART 1: INTRO TO POLYJET SUPPORT MATERIAL

7 0 Beginner
An introduction the PolyJet's support materials SUP705 SUP710, SUP706B, and SUP707. We discuss unique characteristics and support strength recommendations for each.

How to Import and 3D Print Assembled Parts in GrabCAD Print

6 0 Beginner
GrabCAD Print allows you to import multiple file types, including STL files, an assembly of STLs and even VRMLs. But if you're having problems working with complex assemblies, this tutorial will show you how to unlock your assembly so you can separate your parts. Then, you'll be able to make material and color assignments with ease.

Pre-Printing Tips for PolyJet High-Performance Materials

5 0 Beginner
This tutorial gives you tips for how to use Digital ABS Plus, Rigur, and High-Temperature RGD525; PolyJet’s high performance materials for Stratasys printers. You can truly optimize final results for these materials if you know how to best utilize GrabCAD Print settings for part orientation, surface finish, printing mode, and tray preparation. Below, we will show you how.