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DIY 3D PRINTER
• Suitable for a wide range of customers, young or old, • Working environment: temperature: 10 - 30 Deg. C,
professional or amateur etc. humidity: 20 - 50 RH
PACKAGE LIST
1 * Set DIY 3D Printer Kit
1 * SD Card(Step-by-Step Installation Included)
1 * Card Reader
4 * Hex Wrench
1 * Open Spanner
1 * Nipper
1 * Screwdriver
1 * Roll of Filament(0.5Kg)
Anet A8 - DIY 3D Printer
SOFTWARE
You do not have to know to 3D model in
order to use a 3D printer. I’m sure it makes
process far more enjoyable when you print
something you made yourself, but no
worries it’s not obligatory.
The recommended beginners software is
Cura. Inside the manual, you’ll find how to
configure Cura with your Anet A8.
Anet A8 - DIY 3D Printer
FAQ
• I am a complete novice. Will I be able to assemble and use it? – Relax, you • Which material should I use? – For start, start with the PLA. It’s easier to learn.
will. There is step by step instructions and huge community support. Be patient Once you master your 3D printing skills, you can move on to another material.
and do not be afraid to ask for help. • Does it require PC? – Even though it can be controlled it through the PC via the
• I do not know how to make a 3d model – Do not worry. You do not need to USB, it can work completely independently as a separate machine and does not
know that. There are websites where you can download 3D models for free and require to be connected to a computer.
print them out on your printer. • Is it noisy? – You can certainly hear A8 while it prints. There are improvements
• Is it safe to use it indoors? – It is indeed safe to use inside with PLA. PLA you can do like making an enclosure to reduce the noise and adding something
material is biodegradable and does not emit toxins. It is perfectly safe to use to prevent vibrations below the printer.
and even though I expected a plastic smell at first, I was surprised and unable to • How firm are the printed objects? – This depends on the material you use and
smell anything with the PLA. the infill of an object.
• Can it cause a fire? – Yes, like any electronic device, 3D printer can cause a fire. • Can I print with other materials? – Even though I have yet to test this, users of
They are not a toy, and you have to supervise your printer while it prints, Anet A8 recommend that you upgrade to a new extruder before you begin
especially until you master it and learn how to use it. There are plenty of things experimenting with other materials besides PLA and ABS.
you can do to improve its safety and you can read about them online.