3D Print Automation Skill
Automate 3D printing with Flashforge Adventurer 5M printers ("Ralph Wiggum").
Overview
Complete workflow for automated 3D printing. Originally inspired by Bambu Studio AI patterns.
Features
- ✅ Printer Status - Real-time temp, progress, state
- ✅ Print Control - Start, pause, stop prints
- ✅ File Management - List/select files on printer
- ✅ Slicing - PrusaSlicer CLI integration
- ✅ Camera - Snapshot from printer camera (port 8080)
- ✅ Full Pipeline - Search → Slice → Print → Monitor
Printer Configuration
- Name: Ralph Wiggum
- IP: 10.0.0.41
- Serial: SNMSRE9704441
- Check Code: a31d9729
- Camera: Port 8080 (web interface)
- Control: Port 8899 (G-code)
Installation
# Install dependencies
pip install flashforge-python-api requests
# Or use virtual environment
source ~/.openclaw/workspace/.venv/bin/activateQuick Commands
# Check status
python3 ralph_wiggum.py --status
# List files
python3 ralph_wiggum.py --list
# Start print (file must be on printer)
python3 ralph_wiggum.py --start "filename.gcode"
# Slice STL
python3 ralph_wiggum.py --slice model.stl
# Full automation (slice + print)
python3 ralph_wiggum.py --slice-print model.stl
# Camera snapshot
python3 ralph_wiggum.py --cameraCamera
The Flashforge Adventurer 5M has a camera connected to the main controller.
Endpoints to try:
curl http://10.0.0.41:8080/camera
curl http://10.0.0.41:8080/Material Settings
| Material | Nozzle | Bed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLA | 200-210°C | 60°C | Most common |
| PETG | 230-250°C | 80°C | Stronger |
| ABS | 240-260°C | 100-110°C | Needs enclosure |
Printer Specs
| Adventurer 5M | |
|---|---|
| Build Volume | 220×220×220mm |
| Max Nozzle Temp | 110°C |
| Max Bed Temp | 110°C |
| Connection | WiFi/Ethernet/USB |
G-Code Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
~M105 | Get temperatures |
~M119 | Get status |
~M27 | Get print progress |
~M23 filename | Select file |
~M24 | Start print |
~M25 | Pause print |
~M26 | Stop print |
~G28 | Home axes |
Known Issues
- Network Upload: The Flashforge Python API may have issues from sandboxed environments. Use manual upload via FlashPrint or USB if needed.
- Camera: Some endpoints may require running from host machine (not sandbox).
Files
ralph_wiggum.py- Main controller scriptWORKFLOW.md- Detailed workflow documentationSKILL.md- This file