Random Model Placement

[Stathogon 0]

Hello,

im looking for a feature to place my models randomly on the build plate. Is this possible with the normal cura sliced or a plug-in? 
 

sincerely Stathogon

[burtoogle 515]

Sure, just use the multiply model option, that produces what appear to be random positions (just kidding but there's a grain of truth in there!)

[ahoeben 1,968]

I can add an option to randomize model placement to a future release of MeshTools. It may not take into account things like bed clips or circular buildplates though.

Edited June 29, 2020 by ahoeben

[ahoeben 1,968]

Can you try this development snapshot? Download the file and drop it onto the Cura buildplate as if you are opening a 3d model. After restarting Cura, right-clicking a model and selecting Mesh Tools -> Randomise location will move the model to a random position on the build plate.

[Cuq 205]

Just curious . What are the benefits/uses  to place the models randomly on the build plate ?

[ahoeben 1,968]

Equal wear of the buildplate surface, I guess?