3d printing software!

[Pelop17]

Hello guys... So i want to 3d print a chain quard for my vintage bike:

the one that says "hop" ====> i want it to have details on it .

So what 3d software should i use?

this will be my first 3d project

i dont want a software that is hard to use but i want my 3d model on the computer to have a high quality

 

[L.E.D]

I use 3DS Max for my 3D work, I am not 100% sure if you can make a model out of it, but I wouldn't see why not. 3DS Max is normally a $3,000 program but you can sign up for a student license which is good for 3 years. And as for having the model look good, that is to do with how much effort you put into it.

[Pelop17]

I use 3DS Max for my 3D work, I am not 100% sure if you can make a model out of it, but I wouldn't see why not. 3DS Max is normally a $3,000 program but you can sign up for a student license which is good for 3 years. And as for having the model look good, that is to do with how much effort you put into it.

i used 3ds max to make a tank for my history project, i didnt found it very difficult ... maybe i will use it.

Others told me to use google sketch but the quality is poor

my other option is CAD but it will be very difficult, right?

[Tigerbomb8]

i used 3ds max to make a tank for my history project, i didnt found it very difficult ... maybe i will use it.

Others told me to use google sketch but the quality is poor

my other option is CAD but it will be very difficult, right?

The quality is fine.. You will end up with roughly the same amount of triangles in the end and 3d printing in not very accurate.. Unless you are using a powder or resin printer

[Pelop17]

The quality is fine.. You will end up with roughly the same amount of triangles in the end and 3d printing in not very accurate.. Unless you are using a powder or resin printer

so what programme should i end up with?

[L.E.D]

so what programme should i end up with?

 

I'd give 3DS Max a go if you already know how to use it,

[Pelop17]

I'd give 3DS Max a go if you already know how to use it,

Also, i dont mind making the model -- am i sure the forum will help me out or even make me one like i want it if i can not!

But i dont have a 3d printer? , thats my problem... where can i found someone that can print me one and post it where i live?-

(no local stores)

[ManWithBeard1990]

Try to make it out of multiple parts though as the print beds on most 3d printers are not that big. Can't help you with a printer though. Planning to buy one, but waiting for prices to drop more.

[L.E.D]

Also, i dont mind making the model -- am i sure the forum will help me out or even make me one like i want it if i can not!

But i dont have a 3d printer? , thats my problem... where can i found someone that can print me one and post it where i live?-

(no local stores)

 

I wouldn't know where to begin, honestly I'd turn to google find a company that will 3D print things then send them my file.

[Pelop17]

I wouldn't know where to begin, honestly I'd turn to google find a company that will 3D print things then send them my file.

 

 

Try to make it out of multiple parts though as the print beds on most 3d printers are not that big. Can't help you with a printer though. Planning to buy one, but waiting for prices to drop more.

i will try to find a company that can print it and send it to me....

as for the file  i am starting now --does it matter if is the trial version?

[L.E.D]

i will try to find a company that can print it and send it to me....

as for the file  i am starting now --does it matter if is the trial version?

 

I wouldn't imagine so, the trial  only limits you for the days you can use it.

[Pelop17]

I wouldn't imagine so, the trial  only limits you for the days you can use it

My trial version expired so maybe if i can remove it and install it again so i can start working on the project and hopefully i will find someone to print it

[L.E.D]

My trial version expired so maybe if i can remove it and install it again so i can start working on the project and hopefully i will find someone to print it

 

What version are you running? I can share my key with you if you'd like.

[Pelop17]

What version are you running? I can share my key with you if you'd like.

i dont know i downloaded it 3-4 months ago and use it for 30 days so i dont know.. When i open it it just says that it is expired and a new versin is available

Also how will you share your code?

[L.E.D]

i dont know i downloaded it 3-4 months ago and use it for 30 days so i dont know.. When i open it it just says that it is expired and a new versin is available

Also how will you share your code?

 

If you are using 3DS Max 2015 I have a code that will work, if you do I will PM you it.

[Pelop17]

If you are using 3DS Max 2015 I have a code that will work, if you do I will PM you it.

no i have the 3ds max 2014..... it ok if i see that i will need more than 30 days i will try to buy it .. but if you would like and you dont matter sending be the code that will be great!( thanks . and thump up if you do) if there is no problem.   Also can i use 3ds max for game developing?

[ManWithBeard1990]

i will try to find a company that can print it and send it to me....

as for the file  i am starting now --does it matter if is the trial version?

I believe Ponoko is one of those companies that does 3d-printing, if that helps.

[Pelop17]

I believe Ponoko is one of those companies that does 3d-printing, if that helps.

but where Ponoko ships? Is  there a map or a list so i can see if my country is available?

thanks

s

[L.E.D]

no i have the 3ds max 2014..... it ok if i see that i will need more than 30 days i will try to buy it .. but if you would like and you dont matter sending be the code that will be great!( thanks . and thump up if you do) if there is no problem.   Also can i use 3ds max for game developing?

 

I think I have a code for 2014 actually.... andddd I do, I will send you that.

 

As for the game developing, you can design characters for the game in that.

[Pelop17]

I think I have a code for 2014 actually.... andddd I do, I will send you that.

 

As for the game developing, you can design characters for the game in that.

thanks for all the informations

Also cause i am planning building a new workstation pc if i backup my computer and but the backup on my new pc will the code lost?( hope so NOT)?

[Pelop17]

Try to make it out of multiple parts though as the print beds on most 3d printers are not that big. Can't help you with a printer though. Planning to buy one, but waiting for prices to drop more.

 

 

I wouldn't know where to begin, honestly I'd turn to google find a company that will 3D print things then send them my file.

Also do you know any good tutorials to get started?

[ManWithBeard1990]

but where Ponoko ships? Is  there a map or a list so i can see if my country is available?

thanks

s

 

Website says 3d-prints ship worldwide from USA. Probably not cheap. Alternatively, you could check if there's a fablab near you. I had the MDF panels for my pc laser cut at my local FabLab, but they also have 3d printers there.

 

https://www.google.be/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=5&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CC8QFjAE&url=https%3A%2F%2Fmaps.google.com%2Fmaps%2Fms%3Fie%3DUTF8%26oe%3DUTF8%26msa%3D0%26msid%3D100531702172447774282.00044fdbd79d493ad9600&ei=7wSqU6TQMKqa1AX8yoHADg&usg=AFQjCNFiwOdOoDm4Kc7dAnse97oh452GQQ&sig2=W99zPvGTKfHxz5QauppK7w&bvm=bv.69620078,d.d2k

 

That's a map of some fablabs around the world.