Prepping file for print

[dire needle]

Hi. This is my first go at combining multiple objects amd stl. I got the desired design but I'm running into trouble when combinig and making the objects solid. Parts of the geometry go missing. Will it print out the way it looks on screen if I don't make it solid? how do I go about prepping the file so it come out right?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OvCIVOkbdepA4OgZ9HLydNXdtRmzIgtu/view?usp=drivesdk

[tough stag]

AI Help

To ensure your combined design prints correctly, it's important to make sure it is a solid, manifold model. When parts of the geometry go missing after combining objects, it might mean there are errors or non-manifold geometry present in the file.

To address this issue and prepare the file for successful 3D printing, you can try the following steps:

1. Run a repair function: Use a 3D modeling software or online repair tools to check and fix any issues with the geometry.
2. Check for non-manifold geometry: Look for areas where the surfaces are not closed or intersect, and fix them.
3. Ensure watertightness: Make sure all surfaces are connected and form a solid volume without any gaps.

Regarding the question of whether it will print correctly if not made solid, some slicer software might have difficulty processing non-manifold or intersecting geometry, potentially leading to printing issues. It is recommended to have a solid model for better printing results.

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