Chapter 7: Basic Printing; Single-Extrusion And Dual-Extrusion Print - Flashforge Inventor User Manual

Chapter 7: Basic Printing

This chapter will provide a step-by-step guide on turning a 3D model into a physical
reality. Before proceeding, it is recommended that you go over prior chapters on
loading/unloading filament, leveling the build plate, and the functions and capabilities
of FlashPrint.
There are two modes of printing: single-extrusion and dual-extrusion. With single
extrusion, you can choose the print head to use for making the print. Dual extrusion is
useful if you want to print dual colors or complex models that require supporting
material.
There are three connection methods in order to print using the Inventor. All methods,
which include USB cable, SD card, and Wi-Fi are covered in this chapter.

7.1 Single-Extrusion and Dual-Extrusion Print

7.1.1 Single-Extrusion Print
1. Open FlashPrint
2. Click on [Load]
and choose a .stl file from hard drive.
3. The object will then be shown on the screen.
4. Click on the object and then click on [Extruder], select
*Left extruder will be used for illustration purposes.
5. Now the 3D model is ready to be created.
7.1.2 Dual-Extrusion Print
1. Open FlashPrint
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by double-clicking on the icon.
by double-clicking on the icon.
[Use left
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extruder].
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