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Getting Started with 3D Printing: A Hands-on Guide to the Hardware, Software, and Services That Make the 3D Printing Ecosystem

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The book is written in a casual, conversational style. It is easily accessible to those who have no prior knowledge in 3D printing, yet the book's message is solidly practical, technically accurate, and consumer-relevant. The chapters include contemporary, real-life learning exercises and insights for how to buy, use and maintain 3D printers. It also covers free 3D modeling software, as well as 3D printing services for those who don't want to immediately invest in the purchase of a 3D printer. Particular focus is placed on free and paid resources, the various choices available in 3D printing, and tutorials and troubleshooting guides. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Make Community, LLC


Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 25, 2021


Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 261 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1680456431


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 31


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.11 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #194,074 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #15 in 3D Graphic Design #20 in CAD Graphic Design Guides #28 in 3D Printing Books


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    • This is the true 3-D printers book for dummies(Beginners).
Format: Paperback
I purchased 3 different books on 3-D printing because it’s something new to me and I wanted to educate myself as much as possible. I originally purchased the dummy series for 3D printing and it’s not nearly as good as this book is. It goes over a lot of subjects that beginners will be interested in, and it goes over trouble shooting if and when you’ll run into issues. There is one other great book I picked up by the 3D print general, this one and that one are 2 excellent books, but to be fair, this review is about this particular book and it is a 5 star book imo. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2022 by Michael
    • Lots of information packed into a small place
Format: Paperback
I found it a bit confusing ,maybe because the two technologies are quite different and since I have both a resin printer and a filament printer I was mixing things up but if you work or play in a single discipline this book covers a lot of ground for its size!
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2024 by Robert St.George
    • Not what expected
Format: Paperback
This book is for beginners but I bought the 2nd book to skip all the this and that about 3d printing do not buy this book if you need actual help using and calibrating the printers slicers setting. This book is for some one who wants to know what 3d printing is a lot of gibber jabber and not actual help ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2023 by Jesse R.
    • Good.
Format: Paperback
Instructional.
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2024 by RPG ADS&D Dungeon Master Thomas L. Townsend II
    • Prevents most common mistakes
Format: Paperback
Learning about 3D printing
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2024 by Paul Petach
    • For the complete beginner
Format: Paperback
I'm not entirely sure how to rate this book. It's certainly not what I was hoping. I have been exposed to 3D printing quite a bit, but wanted to get started on the right track. This book is very, very, basic and most subjects are covered very superficially. It might be just the ticket for someone who hasn't seen a 3D printer and doesn't know the basic parts or process, but there's very little information that I'll actually use. Things I was hoping to read more about are slicer settings, support material, infill, etc. These things are mentioned, but not discussed in a 'how to' fashion. Mostly just a lot of admonitions to follow your printer maker's recommendations. If you don't know the first thing about 3D printing and are just looking for something to explain the various bits and pieces as well as terminology, this book might be what you need. If you've got a 3D printer and are looking to improve your results, this probably isn't going to be very valuable to you. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2023 by GeneT
    • Bought a few 3D printing books - this one was the best
Format: Paperback
This book doesn't spend a lot of time on explaining what 3D printing is, it just gets right in to telling you what you need to know to start printing. Does a good job of covering hardware and software.
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2022 by G. Cole
    • Not good source of beginners information
Format: Paperback
Review Image by Lamont
I was very disappointed in this book. I purchased it because I just bought a k1 Max for first 3D printer. So I wanted to read a book that would Give me the fundamentals. This book did not give me that information. It doesn’t contain any information concerning G-Code. Nothing about fixing a failed print, or other basic issues we might find our selves in as a new Maker. It was more of an informational packet. Something I would read prior to actually making a purchase. Of you have a printer already. This book will disappoint you. Watch YouTube instead. They need to get in touch with new users and survey the challenges we have. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2024 by Lamont

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