3D Printing FoundationsPositioning Objects
6 / 14In progressIn progress
0/14

3D Printing Foundations

Course progress0/14
1Understanding 3D Printing
  • Introduction to 3D Printing
  • Understanding Scale
  • Your First Print-Sized Model
  • Checking Print Dimensions
2Build Plate & Wall Thickness
  • The Build Plate
  • Positioning Objects
  • Wall Thickness
  • Creating Thick-Walled Objects
3Overhangs & Supports
  • Understanding Overhangs
  • Self-Supporting Shapes
  • When to Use Supports
  • Optimizing for Minimal Supports
4Your First Print
  • Print Readiness Checklist
  • Project: Simple Keychain
3D · Lesson 6 of 14Position on Build Plate

Positioning on the Build Plate

Objects must sit flat on the build plate (Y = 0)!

Task

  1. 1Add a Cylinder to the scene
  2. 2Use the Move tool (W) to position it
  3. 3Ensure the bottom of the cylinder touches the grid (Y = 0)
  4. 4Check the Print Readiness panel - it should show ✅ Ready

Common Mistakes

  • ❌ Floating objects (Y > 0) - will fail to print!
  • ❌ Objects below grid (Y < 0) - bottom gets cut off
  • Flat on grid (Y = 0) - perfect!

    • The grid represents the build plate surface.

    Hints