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Re: How to print a Solidwork part?

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Originally Posted by topgun View Post
Got the Ekocycle printer today, got it setup, printed the test part that is part of the printer.

Now, how do I print my own file? I have a SolidWorks part. I assume I save it as an .stl file.

How do I actually print? Save it to a usb stick (as an .stl file) then stick that in the printer? I don't see a printer defined within Windows. The cubify.exe software seems more like a glorified web browser.

Your help is appreciated!
I have found the most success from using cubify.exe. It allows you to control how you print. I.E. Solid, almost solid, hollow, honeycomb, ext. It's a little annoying to use but you have to use it.
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