Meet Your New 3D Printer

This video tutorial introduces students to 3D printing in an engineering class, covering various types of 3D printers available in the lab, such as Creality Ender models, Dremel 3D45, and resin printers. It explains the key components of a 3D printer, including the hot end, extruder, and print bed, and discusses specific features of the Ender 3S1 Pro. The tutorial emphasizes hands-on learning, encouraging students to practice 3D modeling and perform basic maintenance on their assigned printers.

What are the main purposes of using 3D printers in the engineering class?

Describe the differences between the Ender 3 Pro and the Ender 3S1 Pro.

Explain how resin printers differ from traditional 3D printers.

What is the function of the hot end in a 3D printer?

What are the three most important parts of a 3D printer?

What is the purpose of the bed leveling sensor in a 3D printer?

How does the direct drive extruder differ from traditional extruders?