MeshMixer--the best companion for those being initiated into 3D printing
We use Autodesk MeshMixer for nearly all parts that go to the 3D printer. Its remesh and auto-repair functionalities are essential for …
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What is MeshMixer?
MeshMixer is a 3D design and modeling tool for 3D printing or scanning, supported by Autodesk (acquired 2011). While not discontinued, the product will not receive updates and Autodesk states they intend to include all functionality in updates of Fusion…
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What is MeshMixer?
MeshMixer is a 3D design and modeling tool for 3D printing or scanning, supported by Autodesk (acquired 2011). While not discontinued, the product will not receive updates and Autodesk states they intend to include all functionality in updates of Fusion 360.
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What is MeshMixer?
MeshMixer is a 3D design and modeling tool for 3D printing or scanning, supported by Autodesk (acquired 2011). While not discontinued, the product will not receive updates and Autodesk states they intend to include all functionality in updates of Fusion 360.
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Users have made the following recommendations for MeshMixer:
- Use a different software for highly detailed model manipulation.
- Import .obj files instead of .stl files for faster importing.
- Take time to learn the software and utilize community guides and online tutorials.
Overall, users highly recommend MeshMixer for new users and for editing smaller 3D models. It is seen as a great tool for 3D designing and printing, particularly for minor adjustments and preparing models for printing. However, it may not work as efficiently with large datasets. The custom supports feature in MeshMixer is praised as amazing and worth learning.
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We use Autodesk MeshMixer for nearly all parts that go to the 3D printer. Its remesh and auto-repair functionalities are essential for being able to convert into a watertight model. When parts need rework such as thickening or resculpting certain areas, Autodesk MeshMixer rushes to the rescue, saving essential time. It is even possible to add custom supports in a better way than most slicers do.
- Auto-repair function works fast, and if it does not completely cover all problem areas, manual fixes will work 99.5% of the time.
- Remeshing algorithm is fairly slow but does a wonderful job in creating meshes with homogeneous or adaptive triangulation.
- It contains a comprehensive set of tools to optimize and prepare STL files for 3D printing, such as hollowing and support generation.
- The remeshing tool needs to be faster, as in some cases it takes up to a day of waiting time.
- The sculpting tools need the addition of a proper brush for creating sharp creases and ridges.
- The standard shape library is rather limited. It would be nice to have this connected to online repositories such as Thingiverse, MyMiniFactory, or Cults3D.
- STL file repair
- Remeshing
- File conversion
- It speeds up projects by streamlining the CAD-to-3D-printing workflow
- As an advanced user, I have written a few tutorials about it as well
Using Blender for STL file preparation is like swatting a mosquito with a wrecking ball, plus its boolean functionalities can be glitchy.
ZBrushCoreMini proved too limiting as a sculpting tool, but so did Autodesk MeshMixer, so I am sticking to Sculptris.
Materialise Magics and Netfabb are somewhat better at STL file repair and offer more advanced functionalities. But Magics does not remesh as well and Autodesk MeshMixer is far more compact and faster than Netfabb, so remains my weapon of choice.
ZBrushCoreMini proved too limiting as a sculpting tool, but so did Autodesk MeshMixer, so I am sticking to Sculptris.
Materialise Magics and Netfabb are somewhat better at STL file repair and offer more advanced functionalities. But Magics does not remesh as well and Autodesk MeshMixer is far more compact and faster than Netfabb, so remains my weapon of choice.