Intro
Slicing a part is how we get our 3D model into a code our printer can run. Slicing is equivalent to CAM or programming in the CNC world. The slicer takes parts and “slices” them into layers that the printer prints. The slicer generates the exact path the nozzle follows. Things like wall thickness, top and bottom thickness, speed, etc are all configured in the slicer.
Please read this entire document before slicing and printing with the Pantheon HS3.
Slicer
Pantheon previously distributed profiles for SuperSlicer as the primary slicer program. Due to lack of updates, we have moved to PrusaSlicer-2.6.0-beta
Setup
Install PrusaSlicer (2.6.0-beta)
PrusaSlicer 2.6.0-alpha6 download links below.
OS | Download Link |
|---|---|
Windows | |
OSX | |
Linux |
You can find more builds on the release page here: https://github.com/prusa3d/PrusaSlicer/releases
Windows
Extract the folder and place it somewhere sensible. A good location would be your C:\Program Files directory
Mac/OSX
Move the dmg file into your Applications folder
Launching the application for the first time
To open PrusaSlicer, navigate to the folder where you moved it, and open prusa-slicer.exe
You may get a pop-up welcoming you to the PrusaSlicer Configuration Wizard. The Configuration Wizard is used to set up the slicer program with some common 3d printers; however you can click cancel as you will be importing the configuration bundle for the Pantheon HS3.
Make a shortcut to the application or pin it to your menu if you like.
Configure PrusaSlicer for Pantheon HS3
Download the Pantheon HS3 config bundle below:
Printer Model | Config Bundle |
|---|---|
Pantheon HS3 (gen 2) |
Open PrusaSlicer and navigate to File -> Import -> Import Config Bundle... Select the Pantheon_PrusaSlicer_config_bundle_Rev3.0 you just downloaded
note: there is also an option here called Import Config..., this is NOT the right option
Importing a Part
PrusaSlicer is compatible with the following file formats: STL, 3MF, OBJ, and AMF
You can either drag and drop files directly into the PrusaSlicer window or use the add button highlighted below.
Orienting a part
You will need to rotate the part onto a face to print it, your part may import in the correct orientation already but this step is often necessary
The Easiest way to do this is to use the place-on-face tool. Click your model, then click the place on face button. Faces will appear on your part, select the one you want contacting the bed and the object will rotate into place
Slicer Settings
Overview of Print settings, Filament, and printer:
Print Settings
Select the profile according to the material you are printing with.
Pantheon HS3 0.2mm PETG-CF Rev3.0
Pantheon HS3 0.2mm PA-GF Rev3.0
Pantheon HS3 0.2mm PA-CF Rev3.0
Filament
Pantheon CF-PETG Rev3.0
general purpose material:
45-50 MPa tensile, depending on process settings
operating temp up to 70°C
great layer bonding - 85% isotropic
good uv/chemical resistances
All the printed parts on the HS3 motion system and frame are printed in CF-PETG
Pantheon PA-CF Rev3.0
High temp, High Stiffness, High strength
95-120 MPa tensile, depending on the process settings
Operating temps up to 140°C
super stiff - 8150 MPa modulus
resistant to creep at high temps
We use this for components on the print head exposed to high temperatures
Pantheon PA-GF Rev3.0
High temp, high impact, high lubricity
90-110 MPa tensile, depending on the process settings
Operating temp up to 95°C
low friction, high lubricity,
We use this for most of our assembly jigging
Printer
Pantheon HS3 V3.0
that's our only system, so hopefully, that's why you are here
Slicing and Exporting
Once you have imported a model, orientated it, and selected your process settings you can slice and export the file (.gcode)
Click the Slice Now Button, then the Export G-code Button, and save the file
You are now ready to upload and print on the HS3