diff --git a/Current-Challenge.md b/Current-Challenge.md index 7497973..122961f 100644 --- a/Current-Challenge.md +++ b/Current-Challenge.md @@ -2,99 +2,37 @@ gitea: none tags: - challenge - - challenge-002 + - challenge-003 --- [← Back to Home Page](Home) -# Current Challenge: November 2025 +# Current Challenge: December 2025 -## "Wait, This Was Printed? How Are There No Layer Lines?" +## "Bring Your Test Models" -Can you achieve the smoothest, most layer-line-free surface finish possible? This challenge pushes your printer tuning, slicer settings, and material knowledge to the limit. The goal is simple but difficult: create a 25mm cube with 2 walls and no top that looks so smooth, people question whether it was actually 3D printed! +This month's challenge is all about the models we use to test, tune, and calibrate our printers. Everyone has a favorite "go-to" print—whether it's a Benchy, a calibration cube, a torture test, or something unique you've found. + +**Bring your favorite test models to the meetup!** ## Challenge Details -### Materials & Constraints - -- **Filament**: 3D Fuel filament (any type: PLA+, Pro PLA+, PCTG etc.) -- **Nozzle Requirement**: Must use a 0.4mm nozzle (REQUIRED) -- **Estimated Filament Usage**: Approximately 3 grams (for reference only) -- **Model Specification**: - - **Dimensions**: Exactly 25mm x 25mm x 25mm cube (REQUIRED) - - **Wall Count**: Exactly 2 walls (no more, no less) (REQUIRED) - - **Top Layers**: 0 (no top surface) - - **Bottom Layers**: Standard (as needed for proper adhesion) - - **Infill**: 0% (hollow interior) -- **Print Mode**: Standard FDM/FFF printing (no resin printing) - -### Competition Categories - -- **Smoothest Surface**: Best overall surface finish with minimal visible layer lines straight off the printer -- **No post-processing allowed** - cubes must be judged as-printed - -### Judging Criteria - -1. **Layer Line Visibility** (100%): The appearance and visibility of layer lines - less visible is better - - All cubes must meet basic challenge requirements (25mm cube dimensions, exactly 2 walls, 0.4mm nozzle, no post-processing) - - Winner is determined solely by smoothness of surface and minimal layer line appearance +### The Goal +Share what test models you use and why. Do you use them for: +- Calibrating dimensional accuracy? +- Testing overhangs and bridging? +- Tuning retraction settings? +- Checking first layer adhesion? +- Just for fun? ### Submission Requirements +- **Physical Model**: Bring your printed test model(s) to the January meetup. +- **Explanation**: Be prepared to share *why* this is your favorite test model and what it helps you achieve. -- **Physical Model**: Bring your printed 25mm cube to the December meetup for judging -- **Dimension Verification**: Must be exactly 25mm x 25mm x 25mm -- **Wall Count Verification**: Must show exactly 2 walls when inspected -- **Nozzle Verification**: Must be printed with 0.4mm nozzle -- **Settings Documentation**: Share your winning settings (layer height, temperature, speed, cooling, techniques) -- **Process Notes**: Brief description of your approach +### Voting & Awards +- **Group Vote**: The group will vote on what they think is the **Best Test Model**. +- **Criteria**: Usefulness, uniqueness, or just plain coolness! ## Timeline - -- **Challenge Announcement**: November 12, 2025 (at November meetup) -- **Submission Deadline**: December 10, 2025 (at December meetup) -- **Judging Period**: December 10, 2025 (during December meetup) -- **Winner Announcement**: December 10, 2025 (end of December meetup) - -## Creating the Cube Model - -### Using the Provided Model - -**Download the pre-configured cube:** - -- **File Location**: [Challenge Files/November2025/Cube.3mf](https://meetup.fargo3d.com/Fargo3d/3DPrintMeetup/src/branch/master/Challenge%20Files/November2025/Cube.3mf) -- **Pre-configured**: Already set to 25mm x 25mm x 25mm with 2 walls and no top -- **Ready to slice**: Import into your slicer and adjust settings for your printer - -### Using Bambu Studio - -**Step 1: Add Primitive** -1. Open Bambu Studio to a new project -2. Right-click on the build plate -3. Select "Add Primitive" -4. Select "Cube" - -**Step 2: Resize the Cube** -1. Click to resize the cube -2. Set X, Y, and Z to 25mm - -### Alternative Methods -- **Fusion 360**: Create square sketch (25mm x 25mm), extrude to 25mm height -- **Tinkercad**: Use cube shape, adjust dimensions to 25mm x 25mm x 25mm -- **FreeCAD**: Create cube with specified dimensions -- **Any CAD Software**: Simple cube 25mm x 25mm x 25mm - -## Awards & Recognition - -### Awards - -- **Smoothest Surface Winner**: Best layer-line elimination straight off the printer -- **People's Choice Award**: Community favorite - -### Documentation - -- Winner photos for social media sharing -- Settings profiles shared with community -- Technique documentation for learning - ---- - -**Full challenge details**: [November 2025 Challenge Repository](https://meetup.fargo3d.com/Fargo3d/3DPrintMeetup/src/branch/master/challenges/November-2025) +- **Challenge Announcement**: December 10, 2025 (at December meetup) +- **Show & Tell / Voting**: January 2026 (during January meetup) +- **Winner Announcement**: January 2026 (end of January meetup) diff --git a/Upcoming-Challenge.md b/Upcoming-Challenge.md index 81f2cac..c061ffa 100644 --- a/Upcoming-Challenge.md +++ b/Upcoming-Challenge.md @@ -2,41 +2,28 @@ gitea: none tags: - challenge - - challenge-003 + - challenge-004 --- [← Back to Home Page](Home) -# Upcoming Challenge: December 2025 +# Upcoming Challenge: January 2026 -## "Bring Your Test Models" +## [Challenge Title TBD] -This month's challenge is all about the models we use to test, tune, and calibrate our printers. Everyone has a favorite "go-to" print—whether it's a Benchy, a calibration cube, a torture test, or something unique you've found. +**This challenge will be announced at the January 2026 meetup!** -**Bring your favorite test models to the meetup!** +## What We Know So Far -## Challenge Details +- **Challenge Announcement**: January 2026 (at January meetup) +- **Submission Deadline**: February 2026 (at February meetup) +- **Judging**: February 2026 (during February meetup) -### The Goal -Share what test models you use and why. Do you use them for: -- Calibrating dimensional accuracy? -- Testing overhangs and bridging? -- Tuning retraction settings? -- Checking first layer adhesion? -- Just for fun? +## Challenge Details Coming Soon -### Submission Requirements -- **Physical Model**: Bring your printed test model(s) to the January meetup. -- **Explanation**: Be prepared to share *why* this is your favorite test model and what it helps you achieve. +Challenge theme, requirements, and full details will be revealed at the January meetup. Stay tuned! -### Voting & Awards -- **Group Vote**: The group will vote on what they think is the **Best Test Model**. -- **Criteria**: Usefulness, uniqueness, or just plain coolness! - -## Timeline -- **Challenge Announcement**: December 10, 2025 (at December meetup) -- **Show & Tell / Voting**: January 2026 (during January meetup) -- **Winner Announcement**: January 2026 (end of January meetup) +**Note:** This page will be updated with preliminary details about a week before the January meetup. --- -**Full challenge details**: [December 2025 Challenge Repository](https://meetup.fargo3d.com/Fargo3d/3DPrintMeetup/src/branch/master/challenges/December-2025) +**This challenge will become active in January 2026**