LulzBot TAZ User Manual

2.3. SLIC3R
Figure 2.1: Slic3r application, STL to Gcode generator
and 3D modeling software. The Slic3r software then slices the .STL 3D
model into layers and print paths to create a 3D printable .gcode file.
To launch Slic3r navigate to the Slic3r directory and launch the
slic3r.pl file. On GNU/Linux operating systems you may need to set the
slic3r.pl file as executable. On other operating systems it may be called
slic3r.exe.
Slic3r includes very simple settings that allow you to easily refine prints.
You can create multiple configurations for changing printer setups including
nozzle sizes and desired print resolution. For ease of use we have pre-defined
Slic3r profiles available in the Support/Downloads section and on the TAZ
product page at www.LulzBot.com . Download the configurations to your
Slic3r directory. We highly recommend starting with our pre-defined Slic3r
profiles for your first couple prints.
Loading Configurations
To load configurations press the Load Config... button. In the file
browser that opens, locate the downloaded configuration files. Select
the configuration file that matches the nozzle size currently installed on
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LulzBot TAZ Specifications

General

Nozzle Diameter	0.5 mm (standard), interchangeable
Print Speed	Up to 200 mm/s
Max Hotend Temperature	300°C
Max Heated Bed Temperature	120°C
Connectivity	USB
Supported Materials	PLA, ABS, HIPS, PVA, PETG, Nylon, TPE, TPU, PC, wood-filled
Print Surface	PEI-coated borosilicate glass bed
Bed Leveling	Automatic
Operating System Compatibility	Windows, macOS, Linux
Power Requirements	100 - 240 VAC
Print Technology	Fused Deposition Fabrication (FDM)