Worksheets3D Printer Terminology
Total questions: 26
Worksheet time: 4hrs 11mins
What type of file is used for 3D printing and computer-aided desgn?
PNG File
PDF File
STL File
GIF File
PLA Filament
Very easy to use. Great for cosmetic prints.
PVA Filament
Soft and biodegradable. It dissolves in water which makes it a good choice supports.
PETG Filament
This is a great second option for prints. It requires a better understanding of slicing software.
ABS Filament
Very strong with a high heat resistance.
Is a component of a 3D printer made up of a stepper motor, heat sink, fan, hot end, and nuts and bolts to hold the assembly together.
Print Bed
Extruder
Filament
Shell
The surface of the 3D printer where the part is formed.
Print Bed
Extruder
Flat Bed
Filament
The internal structure of a 3D printed part.
Shells
Filament
Support
Infill
The number of layers on the outside of a print.
Infill
Outfill
Shells
Filament
The purpose of infill is to optimize part weight, strength, and printing time.
True
False
Label each type of infill show in the image.
A type of printing material utilized by Fused Deposition Modeling 3D printers. It is one of the most widely used 3D printing materials in the world.
Plastic
Wax
Lead
Filament
The higher the infill percentage will result in a shorter print time.
True
False
Strength can be added to a print by increasing the shell thickness.
True
False
All 3D Prints require support.
True
False
Which of the following shows the use of support?
3D printers work by
adding layers (additive manufacturing).
cutting shapes.
printing paper.
removing edges.
What kind(s) of materials can be used in a 3D printer?
Plastic only
Paper only
Metal only
Metals, plastics, powders, and other substances
What file type should your 3D objects be?
.png
.stl
.3d
.makerbot
What is a raft?
Layers that go underneath an object
Layers that go around the object
What is a brim?
Layers that go underneath an object
Layers that go around the object
What is the vocabulary term used for the material we use to make 3D objects?
filament
plastic
steel
In the working world, many fields are using 3D printing in some way. Which field is NOT using 3D printing?
medical field
food, baking field
architectural field
education field
all the above use 3D printing
If I have a model with arms that stand out on both sides what setting do I have to turn on to be able to print it?
raft
structure
supports
fixtures
Higher infill and more shells make for a stronger print.
True or False?
True
False
Which of the following is NOT true when creating a 3D model you'd like to print?
Use supports for overhangs.
Make sure everything is attached to the print.
Gaps between moving parts should be at least .5mm.
Anything drawn on a 3D canvas can be printed in 3D.
Filament is in _______ on the print bed.
layers
stacks
inches
pieces
Filament is extruded in layers onto the
nozzle.
print bed.
extruder.
USB port.
What is one huge difference between 2D (drawing on paper) and 3D design?
You can't use colors when you 3D design and print.
There are not many differences.
2D design can't be done on a computer.
You have to always look at all sides and angles when 3D designing.
