After-Hours Access Application
After-hours access to the I2P Lab is a privilege. It is granted only to responsible, experienced users who have demonstrated safe and consistent use of the lab.
To qualify, applicants must:
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Hold an active lab pass during the semester of application.
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Have been a lab pass holder for at least one full semester.
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Demonstrate proficiency by completing the following projects (instructions below):
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Project #1 - Bed adhesion on Bambu Labs P1S
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Project #2 - Multicolor printing on Bambu Labs P1S with AMS
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Project #3 - Multi nozzle printing on Bambu Labs H2D
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Project #4 - Multi toolhead printing on Prusa XL
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Project #5 - First Layer Calibration on Prusa MK3
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Have no more than 1 strike on their account.
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Pass a short quiz on troubleshooting, safety, and lab policies.
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Sign the I2P After-Hours Access Agreement.
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You will need to provide us with a headshot for your I2P Profile
Notes:
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Meeting these requirements does not guarantee approval. Final decisions are made by lab leadership based on overall responsibility, demonstrated judgment, and lab needs.
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If you do not currently qualify for after hours but require access due to work, family, and class commitments during lab open hours, please reach out to carolv@colostate.edu.
PROFICIENCY PROJECT FILES AND INSTRUCTIONS
Project # 1 - 5 Buddies
Task Requirements
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Must be printed on Bambu Lab P1S
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Print 5 on one print bed with “feet” flat on build plate (same as orientation pictured on the right)
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Print at 50% scale
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All 5 must print successfully
Documentation Requirements
You must include a picture of the finished print in your application
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Take photo BEFORE removing from build plate
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Do not alter print before photo
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Show a successful print of 5 buddies with printer model in frame
Project # 2 - Idea2Product CSU Card
Task Requirements
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Must be printed on the Bambu Labs P1S with AMS
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Must be oriented correctly to maximize printer efficiency
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Must be at least 4 colors
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Must be printed in PLA or PETG filament
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Print at 100% scale
Documentation Requirements
You must include 2 pictures of the print in your application
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Take photo 1 (full-screen screenshot) of SLICED print
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Take photo 2 BEFORE removing from build plate
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Do not alter print before photo
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Must show all colors used with printer model in frame
Project # 3 - Grogu from the Mandalorian
Task Requirements
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Print on the Bambu Labs H2D
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Must be oriented correctly to maximize strength and quality
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Must be at least 2 colors
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Must use both nozzle heads
Documentation Requirements
1. You MUST Show an I2P staff that the multiple nozzles are being used – Needs to be checked off by staff
2. You must include a picture of the finished print in your application
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Take photo BEFORE removing from build plate
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Do not alter print before photo
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Must show all filament colors loaded into printer and printed model in 1 frame
Project # 4 - Orange I2P Name Card
Task Requirements
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Must be printed on the Prusa XL
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Must be oriented correctly to maximize quality
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Must be at least 2 colors (orange base with white lettering)
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Do not scale
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Do not alter text fonts
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Include name, number, expected graduation date
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Must use multiple tool heads
Documentation Requirements
You must include a picture of the finished print in your application
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Take photo BEFORE removing from build plate
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Do not alter print before photo
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Show nozzles with correct colors on printer
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Show completed name card
Project # 5 - First Layer Calibration
Task Requirements
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Adjust the Z height on a Prusa MK3
Documentation Requirements
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You must have a staff member watch and sign off on the leveling
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Submit a photo of the final calibration path on the print bed in your application
