Creating 3D print files for clay printing

Information about software and access to software for creating 3D print files for clayprinting.

Credits: Nora Prinz

For what?
There are various options and software for creating 3D files for clay printing.  


How?
Tutorial with information on creating 3D print files (from p. 12) (EN) : Link


Software for creating 3D models

  • Rhino
    CAD-Software (Computer Aided Design) for creating 3D models based on rules (parametric modelling).
    BURG has licences for Rhino. More information: Link
    Tutorial (DE): Link

    Tool: Link
     
  • Supershapes 
    Is a free tool for easily generating 3D files.

    Tool: Link 
     
  • SculptGL 
    A free web app for digital modelling, whose sources are available on GitHub.

    Tool: Link
     
  • Blender
    Blender is a very comprehensive open source 3D modelling programme that can be used to create 3D models and animations. 
    Blender tutorial for ceramic artists (EN): Link 
    Blender advanced: modify/create a G-code(EN):  Link 

    Tool: Link

Software for exporting print files for the clay printer 

  • Cura
    Cura is free, open-source software that acts as a ‘slicer’. It prepares a 3D model for printing by converting it into instructions (G-code) that a 3D printer can understand. It uses a 3D model file, such as an STL file, and divides it into thin, horizontal layers that can be previewed before printing. This file is then transferred to an SD card, which is inserted into the clayprinter. 
    Tutorial for Rhino and CURA (GER): Link
    Cura-settings (EN): Link

    Tool: Link