# ISF Guide

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### Submission and Machine

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* Have had an ISF consultation at Fablab before the job submission
* [**Rhinoceros 3D** ](https://www.rhino3d.com/)**software** downloaded and installed
* ISF template downloaded
* No duplicate geometry
* Stock dimensions are correctly modeled
* All geometry is offset 35mm from the stock edge
* All linework is on the correct layer
* Name and student ID number in the file
* Geometry fits within the ISF template (See ISF Parameters)

#### Download the Template File here:

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3D Printing Template
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## ISF file setup parameters to follow:

At your initial consultation, the Fab Lab Technician will take you through the template and will advise how to set up your file according to the guidelines.

**File Preparation:**

**Hint:** Always ensure that you have the latest template file; we periodically make revisions and additions.

### ISF Template for Submission <a href="#cnc-template-for-submission" id="cnc-template-for-submission"></a>

Model your stock in the Stock Layer

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Change the ISF model layer to "3 Axis - Part "

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Change the ISF model boundary line to "3 Axis - Containment Regions"

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Draw any secondary pattern lines and change the layer to "3 Axis - Engraving"

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### &#x20;ISF Support Template  <a href="#cnc-template-for-submission" id="cnc-template-for-submission"></a>

Set up a new sheet as a normal 2D CNC cut. Model this in the same ISF Template.

Model a new stock: a 9mm MDF sheet.&#x20;

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Draw the profile cuts:

Outside profile: 100mm minimum distance to the ISF 3D PART boundary edge. Change the layer to: "2 Axis - Profile - External - Depth 9.00mm"

Inside profile: 30 the ISF 3D PART boundary edge. Change the layer to: "2 Axis - Profile - Internal - Depth 9.00mm"

Fixing hole locations (10mm diameter, 9mm depth):  **1:** Outside edge hole locations: 250 mm distance between each hole and 10mm distance to the stock edge line. **2:** Inside edge hole locations: 200mm distance between each hole and 10mm distance from the "Inside profile". Change the layer for all holes to "2 Axis - Hole Pocketing - Diameter 10.00mm - Depth 9.00mm" layer.

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**Download Rhino:**

[**Rhinoceros 3D (.3ds)**](https://www.rhino3d.com/)

## Rhinoceros 3D

Rhino can create, edit, analyse, document, render, animate, and translate [NURBS](https://www.rhino3d.com/nurbs) curves, surfaces, and solids, point clouds, and polygon meshes. There are no limits on complexity, degree, or size beyond those of your hardware.

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| ------------------ | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Most Suited To     | <p>3D Modelling / Digital Fabrication</p><p></p><p>Best used for general 3D modelling purposes</p> |
| Use Environment    | Requires a machine with at least 8 GB Ram                                                          |
| Hardware Platforms | Windows, Mac                                                                                       |
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### Materials

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## Aluminum sheet&#x20;

Dimensions :&#x20;

Max width: 785mm (705mm working area)

Max length 1500mm (1420mm working area)

Max thickness 0.7 mm

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### **Cost**

We charge a small fee to cover use to the CNC facilities at the Fab Lab.

This cost covers the:

* File Set-up - **$1/min**
* Machining Time - **$0.50/min**
* Material Cost - **$/area of sheet used (refer to the website for the aluminum sheet availability and cost)**

CNC machining jobs can often take hours to complete and are **charged on time (plus material if sourced from the Fab Lab)**. It is important students are aware of this, so they can budget accordingly.
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**Once you are confident your file is ready, please submit job through our website.**

#### Please ensure you include a contact phone number as a fablab technician will call you if there are any urgent job updates or questions they have for you.&#x20;

#### A Themis string is only required for job submissions if one has been given by a tutor or subject coordinator.&#x20;

### Job Submission:

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[book-a-consultation](https://ms-kb.msd.unimelb.edu.au/the-fablab/book-a-consultation)
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