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| ==== Basic dual extruder settings ==== | ==== Basic dual extruder settings ==== | ||
| The steps and settings described in the following paragraphs are valid for all multi-material print jobs. Specific information on [[#printing-with-soluble-support-material|printing with soluble support material]] or [[#bicolored-printing|bicolored]] are described in the respective chapters below. | The steps and settings described in the following paragraphs are valid for all multi-material print jobs. Specific information on [[#printing-with-soluble-support-material|printing with soluble support material]] or [[#bicolored-printing|bicolored]] are described in the respective chapters below. | ||
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| === 3D printer preparation === | === 3D printer preparation === | ||
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| - For dual extruder prints it is vitally important that both hot ends are precisely leveled to the same height. If not yet done, run the [Print Bed Leveling] wizard and follow the on-screen instructions. | - For dual extruder prints it is vitally important that both hot ends are precisely leveled to the same height. If not yet done, run the [Print Bed Leveling] wizard and follow the on-screen instructions. | ||
| - The offset of the hot ends must also be calibrated to ensure accurate relative positioning. Run the [Calibrate Extruder Offset] wizard in the //Setup// menu of the GUI. Read and enter the values for X and Y offset and [Save] them. | - The offset of the hot ends must also be calibrated to ensure accurate relative positioning. Run the [Calibrate Extruder Offset] wizard in the //Setup// menu of the GUI. Read and enter the values for X and Y offset and [Save] them. | ||
| - | - Do not forget to check the [[reprap-industrial-v1:tips-tricks#calibrating-the-extrusion|extrusion multiplier]] for the installed materials and respectively to run the [Calibrate Extrusion] wizard for each hot end if required. | + | - Do not forget to check the [[#calibrating-the-extrusion|extrusion multiplier]] for the installed materials and respectively to run the [Calibrate Extrusion] wizard for each hot end if required. |
| The 3D printer hardware is now ready for dual extrusion. | The 3D printer hardware is now ready for dual extrusion. | ||
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| === Wiper check === | === Wiper check === | ||
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| [{{:reprap-industrial-v1:cat_split.png?400|3D model preparation for bicolored printing example 1: a model (http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:62536) split in two for bicolored printing. Both must be aligned with the same relative position and exported as separate STLs.}}] | [{{:reprap-industrial-v1:cat_split.png?400|3D model preparation for bicolored printing example 1: a model (http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:62536) split in two for bicolored printing. Both must be aligned with the same relative position and exported as separate STLs.}}] | ||
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| [{{:reprap-industrial-v1:cat_merged.png?400|The two parts correctly positioned and ready for export.}}] | [{{:reprap-industrial-v1:cat_merged.png?400|The two parts correctly positioned and ready for export.}}] | ||
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| - | //Observe that the temperature shown in the footer of the GUI is measured at the hot end heater and may be 5 - 10 °C lower at the nozzle tip. Try increasing the temperature if you are discontented by the printing results. \\ \\ When extruding new materials do not forget to print a [[reprap-industrial-v1:tips-tricks#calibrating-the-extrusion|calibration cube]] to find the correct extrusion multiplier.\\ \\ When no filament profile is active for the extruder, the starting temperature is set as 180 °C.// | + | //Observe that the temperature shown in the footer of the GUI is measured at the hot end heater and may be 5 - 10 °C lower at the nozzle tip. Try increasing the temperature if you are discontented by the printing results. \\ \\ When extruding new materials do not forget to print a [[#calibrating-the-extrusion|calibration cube]] to find the correct extrusion multiplier.\\ \\ When no filament profile is active for the extruder, the starting temperature is set as 180 °C.// |
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| But as much as correct temperature settings the G-code (i.e. the Slic3r settings) influences the print process and the final result. Make sure to use the software and hardware settings suitable for the print job. There is no need to print with an 0.25 mm nozzle tip at low speed when printing large, straight-edged objects.\\ | But as much as correct temperature settings the G-code (i.e. the Slic3r settings) influences the print process and the final result. Make sure to use the software and hardware settings suitable for the print job. There is no need to print with an 0.25 mm nozzle tip at low speed when printing large, straight-edged objects.\\ | ||
| We ourself are constantly testing new procedures, new materials and new geometries and anything we find out will be shared in the documentation. | We ourself are constantly testing new procedures, new materials and new geometries and anything we find out will be shared in the documentation. | ||
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| ==== Handling 3D files ==== | ==== Handling 3D files ==== | ||
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| When talking about software settings we always refer to the Slic3r software of Alessandro Ranellucci and his team ([[http://slic3r.org/]]).\\ | When talking about software settings we always refer to the Slic3r software of Alessandro Ranellucci and his team ([[http://slic3r.org/]]).\\ | ||
| Everything else only refers to printing with the RepRap Industrial, since this is the basis of our experience. Most things may also be valid for other appliances and different slicing software since it is basic knowledge about FFF manufacturing which can be found elsewhere in books and on the internet. We want to enable the user of a RepRap Industrial to achieve the best possible results with his machine and to provide the necessary knowledge from a single source. | Everything else only refers to printing with the RepRap Industrial, since this is the basis of our experience. Most things may also be valid for other appliances and different slicing software since it is basic knowledge about FFF manufacturing which can be found elsewhere in books and on the internet. We want to enable the user of a RepRap Industrial to achieve the best possible results with his machine and to provide the necessary knowledge from a single source. | ||
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| === Warping prevention === | === Warping prevention === | ||
| One of the most important factors deciding whether a print finishes at all and if it does defining the final quality is the adhesion of the first layer to the print bed. The first layer channels off heat tensions from the printed object into the print bed.\\ ABS, Polycarbonate and Nylon for example are very prone to warping, so only firm adherence to the subsurface can effectively prevent bending and warping. With a first layer not sticking to the subsurface all-over, tensions will manifest all through the model - the object will detach itself from the print bed and the print is wasted. High temperature effected tensions manifest ever stronger with increasing height of the printed model. Long, straight perimeters enhance this effect further.\\ | One of the most important factors deciding whether a print finishes at all and if it does defining the final quality is the adhesion of the first layer to the print bed. The first layer channels off heat tensions from the printed object into the print bed.\\ ABS, Polycarbonate and Nylon for example are very prone to warping, so only firm adherence to the subsurface can effectively prevent bending and warping. With a first layer not sticking to the subsurface all-over, tensions will manifest all through the model - the object will detach itself from the print bed and the print is wasted. High temperature effected tensions manifest ever stronger with increasing height of the printed model. Long, straight perimeters enhance this effect further.\\ | ||
| Three factors determine the adhesion: | Three factors determine the adhesion: | ||
| - | - A correctly leveled print bed (explained under [[reprap-industrial-v1:tips-tricks#print-bed-leveling|Tips & Tricks]]), | + | - A correctly leveled print bed (explained under [[#print-bed-leveling|Tips & Tricks]]), |
| - the material of the print bed and | - the material of the print bed and | ||
| - the temperature of the print bed. | - the temperature of the print bed. | ||
| - | The material of the print bed must match the chosen filament. The standardized PEI print beds delivered with the RepRap Industrial perfectly match the requirements for printing [[knowledge-base#acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene-abs|ABS]] and [[knowledge-base#high-impact-polystyrene-hips|HIPS]], the most common printing materials for this 3D printer. Other materials such as [[knowledge-base#polyethylene-terephthalate-pet-copolyester|PET Copolyester]] and [[knowledge-base#thermoplastic-elastomer-tpe|TPE-u]] also stick to the PEI surface unproblematically.\\ If a special treatment of the print bed (e.g. PVA glue for printing [[knowledge-base#polyvinyl-alcohol-pva|PVA]]) or another material (e.g. plywood for printing [[knowledge-base#polyamid-pa-nylon|PA 12]]) are required, this is specially stated in the list of [[knowledge-base#materials|Materials]].\\ | + | The material of the print bed must match the chosen filament. The standardized PEI print beds delivered with the RepRap Industrial perfectly match the requirements for printing [[:knowledge-base#acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene-abs|ABS]] and [[:knowledge-base#high-impact-polystyrene-hips|HIPS]], the most common printing materials for this 3D printer. Other materials such as [[:knowledge-base#polyethylene-terephthalate-pet-copolyester|PET Copolyester]] and [[:knowledge-base#thermoplastic-elastomer-tpe|TPE-u]] also stick to the PEI surface unproblematically.\\ If a special treatment of the print bed (e.g. PVA glue for printing [[:knowledge-base#polyvinyl-alcohol-pva|PVA]]) or another material (e.g. plywood for printing [[:knowledge-base#polyamid-pa-nylon|PA 12]]) are required, this is specially stated in the list of [[:knowledge-base#materials|Materials]].\\ |
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| The most necessary print setting apart from the material is the correct print bed temperature to ensure that the filament sticks to its subsurface throughout the printing process. Some materials, like ABS or PC, need high temperatures to stick, whereas for others, such as Nylon or PVA, heat is counter-productive and a cold bed is needed.\\ | The most necessary print setting apart from the material is the correct print bed temperature to ensure that the filament sticks to its subsurface throughout the printing process. Some materials, like ABS or PC, need high temperatures to stick, whereas for others, such as Nylon or PVA, heat is counter-productive and a cold bed is needed.\\ | ||
| - | The required print bed temperature for any material tested on the RepRap Industrial 3D printer can also be found in the [[knowledge-base#materials|Materials']] descriptions. | + | The required print bed temperature for any material tested on the RepRap Industrial 3D printer can also be found in the [[:knowledge-base#materials|Materials']] descriptions. |
| - | Other Slic3r settings that help minimizing warping are described in the slicing chapter of [[tips-tricks?&#first-layer|Tips & Tricks]]. | + | Other Slic3r settings that help minimizing warping are described in the [[#first-layer|Tips & Tricks]] rubric. |
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| === The first layer === | === The first layer === | ||
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| - | * [[knowledge-base#setting-the-extrusion-temperature|Changing the extrusion temperature]] and the print bed temperature can also improve the first layer adherence. Changing the temperature a few degrees may allow for the filament to melt a little more inviscid and to lay more evenly onto the print bed.\\ Increasing the print bed temperature can have a similar effect as reducing the extrusion speed: a better temperature distribution and increased cooling time.\\ For printing ABS we find no difference in quality using varying temperatures so the settings are the same for the first and the following layers but this feature may help printing other plastics.\\ | + | * [[:knowledge-base#setting-the-extrusion-temperature|Changing the extrusion temperature]] and the print bed temperature can also improve the first layer adherence. Changing the temperature a few degrees may allow for the filament to melt a little more inviscid and to lay more evenly onto the print bed.\\ Increasing the print bed temperature can have a similar effect as reducing the extrusion speed: a better temperature distribution and increased cooling time.\\ For printing ABS we find no difference in quality using varying temperatures so the settings are the same for the first and the following layers but this feature may help printing other plastics.\\ |
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| - | //Optimize the extrusion and print bed temperature for the [[knowledge-base#materials|Material]] currently installed.\\ Do not hesitate to try different settings here, since even colored additives may alter the optimal extrusion temperature.// | + | //Optimize the extrusion and print bed temperature for the [[:knowledge-base#materials|Material]] currently installed.\\ Do not hesitate to try different settings here, since even colored additives may alter the optimal extrusion temperature.// |
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| * For filigree or thin-walled objects add a 3 to 6 mm brim and/or 3 to 8 raft layers to increase the effective adhering area (see [[http://manual.slic3r.org/|Slic3r manual]] also). | * For filigree or thin-walled objects add a 3 to 6 mm brim and/or 3 to 8 raft layers to increase the effective adhering area (see [[http://manual.slic3r.org/|Slic3r manual]] also). | ||
| - | * Adding a raft may also compensate leveling mistakes as described [[tips-tricks#Tips-for-easier-leveling|here]]. | + | * Adding a raft may also compensate leveling mistakes as described [[#tips-for-easier-leveling|here]]. |
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| === Adhesion faults === | === Adhesion faults === | ||
| - | The fault easiest to diagnose and remedy is the presence of abhesives on the print bed. Recently removed an object from the print bed? Maybe touched the surface? Fingerprints are very effective separating agents that will with certainty prevent sticking of the filament. Any oil, fat, grease or the like will have this effect, so make sure you always [[service-guide#Cleaning recommendation|clean]] the print bed with a suitable solvent before starting a new print.\\ | + | The fault easiest to diagnose and remedy is the presence of abhesives on the print bed. Recently removed an object from the print bed? Maybe touched the surface? Fingerprints are very effective separating agents that will with certainty prevent sticking of the filament. Any oil, fat, grease or the like will have this effect, so make sure you always [[:service-guide#Cleaning recommendation|clean]] the print bed with a suitable solvent before starting a new print.\\ |
| - | In most cases, [[tips&tricks#Print bed leveling|false leveling]] of the print bed is the reason for unsatisfactorily adhesion of the first layer. If the distance between the print bed surface and the nozzle tip becomes to wide, the filament will not be pressed but laid on the surface and single strands will not merge. No cohesion between adjoined strands and no adherence to the underground will develop. It is easy to recognize and as easy to correct such faults as result from false leveling.\\ | + | In most cases, [[#print-bed-leveling|false leveling]] of the print bed is the reason for unsatisfactorily adhesion of the first layer. If the distance between the print bed surface and the nozzle tip becomes to wide, the filament will not be pressed but laid on the surface and single strands will not merge. No cohesion between adjoined strands and no adherence to the underground will develop. It is easy to recognize and as easy to correct such faults as result from false leveling.\\ |
| Too low a temperature of the print bed also effects poor first layer adhesion. In such cases it might be necessary to find the correct temperature by simply trying. If you cannot succeed with this, something might be wrong with the heating element. | Too low a temperature of the print bed also effects poor first layer adhesion. In such cases it might be necessary to find the correct temperature by simply trying. If you cannot succeed with this, something might be wrong with the heating element. | ||
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| * The minimal layer height should not undercut ''0.1 mm''. For values below this we have no adequate experience since the improvement in surface resolution stands way behind the increase of print time. More inviscid materials may allow even thinner layers.\\ Regard that the layer height is not necessarily limited by the nozzle tip diameter; it is possible to receive excellent results printing 0.1 mm layers with a 0.35 mm nozzle tip. In the same regard take note that the layer height does not implicitly improve every result. When it comes to fine structures and sharp edges, choosing a smaller nozzle tip without reducing the corresponding layer height can be the key to success. | * The minimal layer height should not undercut ''0.1 mm''. For values below this we have no adequate experience since the improvement in surface resolution stands way behind the increase of print time. More inviscid materials may allow even thinner layers.\\ Regard that the layer height is not necessarily limited by the nozzle tip diameter; it is possible to receive excellent results printing 0.1 mm layers with a 0.35 mm nozzle tip. In the same regard take note that the layer height does not implicitly improve every result. When it comes to fine structures and sharp edges, choosing a smaller nozzle tip without reducing the corresponding layer height can be the key to success. | ||
| * The maximal layer height should not exceed 80 % of the nozzle tip diameter. Above this value the distance between nozzle tip and previous layer becomes too far and the extruded amount of material may not suffice for good layer binding and thus strong, stable objects.\\ Slicing software like Slic3r do allow configuring layer heights up to the actual nozzle tip diameter (100%) but broad experience in FFF 3D printing and the Open Source RepRap 3D printer development shows, that max. 80% is a safe approximate value for best results. | * The maximal layer height should not exceed 80 % of the nozzle tip diameter. Above this value the distance between nozzle tip and previous layer becomes too far and the extruded amount of material may not suffice for good layer binding and thus strong, stable objects.\\ Slicing software like Slic3r do allow configuring layer heights up to the actual nozzle tip diameter (100%) but broad experience in FFF 3D printing and the Open Source RepRap 3D printer development shows, that max. 80% is a safe approximate value for best results. | ||
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| ==== Dimensional accuracy ==== | ==== Dimensional accuracy ==== | ||
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| | 2.50 | | ''2.40'' | 4.20 | | ''2.44'' | 2.40 | | ''2.45'' | 1.93 | | | 2.50 | | ''2.40'' | 4.20 | | ''2.44'' | 2.40 | | ''2.45'' | 1.93 | | ||
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| === Influence of backlash === | === Influence of backlash === | ||
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| ==== Calibrating the extrusion ==== | ==== Calibrating the extrusion ==== | ||
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| * [[#thermoplastic-elastomer-tpe|Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)]] | * [[#thermoplastic-elastomer-tpe|Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)]] | ||
| * [[#polylactic-acid-pla|Polylactic Acid (PLA)]] | * [[#polylactic-acid-pla|Polylactic Acid (PLA)]] | ||
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| ==== Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) ==== | ==== Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) ==== | ||
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| | Build chamber temperature | 70°C | | | | Build chamber temperature | 70°C | | | ||
| | Extruder temperature | 255-265°C | | | | Extruder temperature | 255-265°C | | | ||
| - | | Speed settings | As preset in the Slic3r profiles:\\ - Perimeter: 25mm/s\\ - Small perimeters: 10mm/s\\ - External perimeters: 25mm/s\\ - Infill/Solid infill/Top solid infill/Support material: 30mm/s\\ - Bridges: 7mm/s\\ - Gap fill: 300mm/s\\ - Support material interface: 100%\\ - Travel: 200mm/s\\ - First layer speed: 15mm/s | [[{|width: 8em}https://github.com/kuehlingkuehling/RepRap-Industrial-Slic3r-profiles/releases|GitHub ]] | | + | | Speed settings | As preset in the Slic3r profiles:\\ - Perimeter: 25mm/s\\ - Small perimeters: 10mm/s\\ - External perimeters: 25mm/s\\ - Infill/Solid infill/Top solid infill/Support material: 30mm/s\\ - Bridges: 7mm/s\\ - Gap fill: 300mm/s\\ - Support material interface: 100%\\ - Travel: 200mm/s\\ - First layer speed: 15mm/s | [[{:|width: 8em}https://github.com/kuehlingkuehling/RepRap-Industrial-Slic3r-profiles/releases|GitHub ]] | |
| - | | Idler lever preload | 5.0-5.4mm | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1/service-guide#extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | | + | | Idler lever preload | 5.0-5.4mm | [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide-extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | |
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| **Additional things to know** | **Additional things to know** | ||
| |<100% 25% 55% 20%>| | |<100% 25% 55% 20%>| | ||
| ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ||
| - | | Solvent | Acetone\\ best efficiency when stirred;\\ small amounts of ABS will be dissolved without mechanical interference, larger amounts will soften and can be scraped off or cut away;\\ dissolve ABS remnants for blending ABS glue| \\ \\ [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide#cleaning-recommendation|Cleaning recommendation]]\\ [[{|width: 8em}#PC]] | | + | | Solvent | Acetone\\ best efficiency when stirred;\\ small amounts of ABS will be dissolved without mechanical interference, larger amounts will soften and can be scraped off or cut away;\\ dissolve ABS remnants for blending ABS glue| \\ \\ [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide-cleaning-recommendation|Cleaning recommendation]]\\ [[{:|width: 8em}:pc]] | |
| - | | Suitable soluble support material | HIPS will extrude at the same chamber/bed temperature settings and can be dissolved in d-limonene without altering the ABS properties | [[{|width: 8em}#High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)|HIPS]]\\ [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:knowledge-base#dual-extrusion|Dual extrusion]] | | + | | Suitable soluble support material | HIPS will extrude at the same chamber/bed temperature settings and can be dissolved in d-limonene without altering the ABS properties | [[{:|width: 8em}:high-impact-polystyrene-hips|HIPS]]\\ [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:knowledge-base-dual-extrusion|Dual extrusion]] | |
| - | | Warping | strong, accurately leveled print bed is mandatory | [[{|width: 8em}#warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | | + | | Warping | strong, accurately leveled print bed is mandatory | [[{:|width: 8em}:warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | |
| | Stringing | little to none | | | | Stringing | little to none | | | ||
| - | | Scaling factor to compensate for thermal expansion | approx. 101% | [[{|width: 8em}#influence-of-thermal-expansion|Thermal expansion]] | | + | | Scaling factor to compensate for thermal expansion | approx. 101% | [[{:|width: 8em}:influence-of-thermal-expansion|Thermal expansion]] | |
| | Support requirements | Needs support structures for overhangs of more than 45°. | | | | Support requirements | Needs support structures for overhangs of more than 45°. | | | ||
| | Layer binding | strong | | | | Layer binding | strong | | | ||
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| | Drying | not required | | | | Drying | not required | | | ||
| | Storage | in the open | | | | Storage | in the open | | | ||
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| ==== High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) ==== | ==== High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) ==== | ||
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| | Print bed design | Standard PEI print bed | | | Print bed design | Standard PEI print bed | | ||
| | Print bed temperature | 60-100°C ¹ | | | Print bed temperature | 60-100°C ¹ | | ||
| - | | Build chamber temperature | 20-70°C | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:tips-tricks#adjusting-the-build-chamber-temperature|Build chamber temperature]] | | + | | Build chamber temperature | 20-70°C | [[{:|width: 8em}:adjusting-the-build-chamber-temperature|Build chamber temperature]] | |
| | Extruder temperature | 220-230°C | | | Extruder temperature | 220-230°C | | ||
| - | | Speed settings | use standard settings for ABS | [[{|width: 8em}#acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene-abs|ABS settings]] | | + | | Speed settings | use standard settings for ABS | [[{:|width: 8em}:acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene-abs|ABS settings]] | |
| - | | Idler lever preload | 5.0mm | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1/service-guide#extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | | + | | Idler lever preload | 5.0mm | [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide-extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | |
| ¹<wrap lo>) When printing HIPS solely, the temperatures of print bed and build chamber can be lowered but HIPS withstands the higher temperatures needed for printing ABS which makes it an ideal soluble support material.</wrap> | ¹<wrap lo>) When printing HIPS solely, the temperatures of print bed and build chamber can be lowered but HIPS withstands the higher temperatures needed for printing ABS which makes it an ideal soluble support material.</wrap> | ||
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| ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ||
| - | | Solvent | d-limonene\\ best efficiency when stirred <WRAP caution>**USE RESPONSIBLY!**\\ //Limonene can cause skin irritations and is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Fumes are highly flammable.\\ Wear skin protection when handling the solvent. Do not empty into drains. Do not use near open flames or heat sources.\\ Observe the manufacturer's safety data sheet and make accessible to anyone handling Limonene!//</WRAP> | [[{|width: 8em}#post-treatment-of-soluble-hips-support|HIPS post-treatment]] | | + | | Solvent | d-limonene\\ best efficiency when stirred <WRAP caution>**USE RESPONSIBLY!**\\ //Limonene can cause skin irritations and is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Fumes are highly flammable.\\ Wear skin protection when handling the solvent. Do not empty into drains. Do not use near open flames or heat sources.\\ Observe the manufacturer's safety data sheet and make accessible to anyone handling Limonene!//</WRAP> | [[{:|width: 8em}:post-treatment-of-soluble-hips-support|HIPS post-treatment]] | |
| - | | Warping | medium, good subsurface contact required | [[{|width: 8em}#warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | | + | | Warping | medium, good subsurface contact required | [[{:|width: 8em}:warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | |
| | Stringing | little to none | | | | Stringing | little to none | | | ||
| | Support requirements | needs support structures for overhangs of more than 45° | | | | Support requirements | needs support structures for overhangs of more than 45° | | | ||
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| | Drying | not required | | | | Drying | not required | | | ||
| | Storage | in the open | | | | Storage | in the open | | | ||
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| ==== Polyamid (PA, Nylon) ===== | ==== Polyamid (PA, Nylon) ===== | ||
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| PA12 is the polyamid with the lowest water absorption (0.7 %) and therefore suitable for constructive parts in humid environment. It is not as strong and thermostable as PA6 (up to +50 °C) but chemically and impact resistant. PA12 is used as packing material in food and pharmaceutical applications, for cable insulation and gas and oil resistant hoses.\\ | PA12 is the polyamid with the lowest water absorption (0.7 %) and therefore suitable for constructive parts in humid environment. It is not as strong and thermostable as PA6 (up to +50 °C) but chemically and impact resistant. PA12 is used as packing material in food and pharmaceutical applications, for cable insulation and gas and oil resistant hoses.\\ | ||
| All polyamids are warping strongly and require adaptation of the print settings. | All polyamids are warping strongly and require adaptation of the print settings. | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| === PA12 === | === PA12 === | ||
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| ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ||
| | Print bed | Standard PEI print bed | | | | Print bed | Standard PEI print bed | | | ||
| - | | Print bed temperature | 130°C for the first layer (only!), then reduce to 100°C for the following layers. | [[{|width: 8em}http://manual.slic3r.org/simple-mode/simple-mode#filament-settings|Slic3r manual]] | | + | | Print bed temperature | 130°C for the first layer (only!), then reduce to 100°C for the following layers. | [[{:|width: 8em}http:manual.slic3r.org:simple-mode:simple-mode-filament-settings|Slic3r manual]] | |
| | Build chamber temperature | 70°C | | | | Build chamber temperature | 70°C | | | ||
| - | | Extruder temperature | 285°C for the first layer (only!) then reduce to 270°C for the following layers. | [[{|width: 8em}http://manual.slic3r.org/simple-mode/simple-mode#filament-settings|Slic3r manual]] | | + | | Extruder temperature | 285°C for the first layer (only!) then reduce to 270°C for the following layers. | [[{:|width: 8em}http:manual.slic3r.org:simple-mode:simple-mode-filament-settings|Slic3r manual]] | |
| - | | Speed settings | Set first layer speed to 2mm/s; following layers can be extruded at standard ABS settings. | [[{|width: 8em}http://manual.slic3r.org/simple-mode/simple-mode#filament-settings|Slic3r manual]]\\ [[{|width: 8em}#acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene-abs|ABS settings]] | | + | | Speed settings | Set first layer speed to 2mm/s; following layers can be extruded at standard ABS settings. | [[{:|width: 8em}http:manual.slic3r.org:simple-mode:simple-mode-filament-settings|Slic3r manual]]\\ [[{:|width: 8em}:acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene-abs|ABS settings]] | |
| | Infill | 25% rectiliniear | | | Infill | 25% rectiliniear | | ||
| | Solid layers Top/Bottom | 3 | | | Solid layers Top/Bottom | 3 | | ||
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| | Brim | 2-5mm | | | Brim | 2-5mm | | ||
| | Support material contact Z-distance | 0.15mm | | | Support material contact Z-distance | 0.15mm | | ||
| - | | Idler lever preload | 3.2mm or less | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1/service-guide#extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | | + | | Idler lever preload | 3.2mm or less | [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide-extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | |
| **Additional things to know** | **Additional things to know** | ||
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| ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ||
| | Solvent | Formic acid 85%\\ <WRAP warning>**DANGER OF CAUSTIC BURNS!**\\ // Formic acid can cause severe burns at skin and eye contact. Fumes cause irritations of the respiratory tract.\\ Wear adequate protective gloves and face/eye protection when handling formic acid.\\ Always observe the manufacturer's safety data sheet and make it accessible to all persons handling formic acid!//</WRAP> | | | | Solvent | Formic acid 85%\\ <WRAP warning>**DANGER OF CAUSTIC BURNS!**\\ // Formic acid can cause severe burns at skin and eye contact. Fumes cause irritations of the respiratory tract.\\ Wear adequate protective gloves and face/eye protection when handling formic acid.\\ Always observe the manufacturer's safety data sheet and make it accessible to all persons handling formic acid!//</WRAP> | | | ||
| - | | Warping | strong | [[{|width: 8em}#warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | | + | | Warping | strong | [[{:|width: 8em}:warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | |
| | Drying | recommended; dry at 60°C for 2-4 hrs. | | | | Drying | recommended; dry at 60°C for 2-4 hrs. | | | ||
| | Storage | in closed lid container after drying, preferably with desiccant | | | | Storage | in closed lid container after drying, preferably with desiccant | | | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| === PA6 === | === PA6 === | ||
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| | Extruder temperature | 260 to 280°C | | | Extruder temperature | 260 to 280°C | | ||
| | Speed settings | Set first layer speed to 2mm/s; following layers can be extruded at standard [[#Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)|ABS]] settings. | | | Speed settings | Set first layer speed to 2mm/s; following layers can be extruded at standard [[#Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)|ABS]] settings. | | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| **Additional things to know** | **Additional things to know** | ||
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| | Idler lever preload | 3.2mm or less | | | Idler lever preload | 3.2mm or less | | ||
| | Solvent | Formic acid 85%\\ <WRAP warning>**DANGER OF CAUSTIC BURNS!**\\ // Formic acid can cause severe burns at skin and eye contact. Fumes cause irritations of the respiratory tract.\\ Wear adequate protective gloves and face/eye protection when handling formic acid.\\ Always observe the manufacturer's safety data sheet and make it accessible to all persons handling formic acid!//</WRAP> | | | Solvent | Formic acid 85%\\ <WRAP warning>**DANGER OF CAUSTIC BURNS!**\\ // Formic acid can cause severe burns at skin and eye contact. Fumes cause irritations of the respiratory tract.\\ Wear adequate protective gloves and face/eye protection when handling formic acid.\\ Always observe the manufacturer's safety data sheet and make it accessible to all persons handling formic acid!//</WRAP> | | ||
| - | | Warping | strong | [[{|width: 8em}#warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | | + | | Warping | strong | [[{:|width: 8em}:warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | |
| | Drying | urgent; dry at 60-80°C for 2-8 hrs. | | | Drying | urgent; dry at 60-80°C for 2-8 hrs. | | ||
| | Storage | in closed lid container after drying, preferably with desiccant | | | Storage | in closed lid container after drying, preferably with desiccant | | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ==== Polycarbonate (PC) ===== | ==== Polycarbonate (PC) ===== | ||
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| ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ||
| - | | Print bed design | Standard PEI print bed with ABS glue* | | | + | | Print bed design | Standard PEI print bed | | |
| - | | Print bed temperature | 120°C | | | + | | Print bed temperature | First layer: 130°C\\ Layers: 120°C | | |
| - | | Build chamber temperature | 70°C | | | + | | Build chamber temperature | 75°C | | |
| - | | Extruder temperature | 275-280°C | | | + | | Extruder temperature | First layer 285°C\\ Layers: 275°C | | |
| - | | Speed settings | use standard presets for ABS | [[{|width: 8em}#Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)|ABS settings]] | | + | | Speed settings | Reduce first layer speed to 5mm/s\\ all other settings as standard presets for ABS | [[{:|width: 8em}:acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene-abs|ABS settings]] | |
| - | | Idler lever preload | 3.5mm | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide#extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | | + | | Idler lever preload | 3.5mm | [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide-extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | |
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| <wrap lo> *) Dissolve ABS remnants in Acetone until you get a thin, opaque liquid. Apply thinly by dappling the print bed with a soaked cloth.</wrap> | <wrap lo> *) Dissolve ABS remnants in Acetone until you get a thin, opaque liquid. Apply thinly by dappling the print bed with a soaked cloth.</wrap> | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| **Additional things to know** | **Additional things to know** | ||
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| ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ||
| - | | Solvent | Acetone\\ best results when stirred. | | | + | | Solvent | Acetone\\ best results when stirred | | |
| - | | Warping | very strong, needs sound contact to the accurately leveled print bed | [[{|width: 8em}#warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | | + | | Warping | strong, needs sound contact to the accurately leveled print bed | [[{:|width: 8em}:warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | |
| | Stringing | medium | | | | Stringing | medium | | | ||
| | Support requirements | Needs support structures for overhangs at 45°. Due to the strong layers, support is hard to remove without breaking delicate structures. | | | | Support requirements | Needs support structures for overhangs at 45°. Due to the strong layers, support is hard to remove without breaking delicate structures. | | | ||
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| | Drying | urgent; dry at 80-90°C for 4-8 hrs. | | | | Drying | urgent; dry at 80-90°C for 4-8 hrs. | | | ||
| | Storage | with desiccant in sealed lid container after drying | | | | Storage | with desiccant in sealed lid container after drying | | | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ==== Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) Copolyester ===== | ==== Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) Copolyester ===== | ||
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| | Print bed design | Standard PEI print bed | | | | Print bed design | Standard PEI print bed | | | ||
| | Print bed temperature | 60-80°C | | | | Print bed temperature | 60-80°C | | | ||
| - | | Build chamber temperature | 20-50°C | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:tips-tricks#Adjusting the build chamber temperature|Build chamber temperature]] | | + | | Build chamber temperature | 20-50°C | [[{:|width: 8em}:adjusting-the-build-chamber-temperature|Build chamber temperature]] | |
| | Extruder temperature | 260-270°C ¹ | | | | Extruder temperature | 260-270°C ¹ | | | ||
| - | | Speed settings | use standard presets for ABS | [[{|width: 8em}#Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)|ABS settings]] | | + | | Speed settings | use standard presets for ABS | [[{:|width: 8em}:acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene-abs|ABS settings]] | |
| - | | Idler lever preload | 4.5mm | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide#extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | | + | | Idler lever preload | 4.5mm | [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide-extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | |
| ¹ <wrap lo>The higher the temperature, the more translucent clear material is extruded.</wrap>\\ | ¹ <wrap lo>The higher the temperature, the more translucent clear material is extruded.</wrap>\\ | ||
| \\ | \\ | ||
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| | Solvent | Trichloroacetic acid <WRAP warning>DANGER TO HEALTH!\\ //Trichloroacetic acid is highly caustic at skin contact and can cause respiratory tract irritation when inhaled. It is also very toxic to aquatic organisms.\\ Always wear skin and eye protection when handling the agent. Observe the manufacturer's safety data sheet and make accessible to anyone handling the solvent.\\ Do not empty into drains.// </WRAP> | | | | Solvent | Trichloroacetic acid <WRAP warning>DANGER TO HEALTH!\\ //Trichloroacetic acid is highly caustic at skin contact and can cause respiratory tract irritation when inhaled. It is also very toxic to aquatic organisms.\\ Always wear skin and eye protection when handling the agent. Observe the manufacturer's safety data sheet and make accessible to anyone handling the solvent.\\ Do not empty into drains.// </WRAP> | | | ||
| | ::: | Saturated steam <WRAP warning>DANGER OF BURNING!\\ //Saturated steam has a temperature of at least +120 °C.\\ Skin contact can cause severe burning injuries. Make sure that saturated steam cannot escape during the heating process.//</WRAP> | | | | ::: | Saturated steam <WRAP warning>DANGER OF BURNING!\\ //Saturated steam has a temperature of at least +120 °C.\\ Skin contact can cause severe burning injuries. Make sure that saturated steam cannot escape during the heating process.//</WRAP> | | | ||
| - | | Warping | strong, needs sound contact to the accurately leveled print bed | [[{|width: 8em}#warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | | + | | Warping | strong, needs sound contact to the accurately leveled print bed | [[{:|width: 8em}:warping-prevention|Warping prevention]] | |
| | Stringing | strong, cobweb-like; increasing with the extrusion temperature | | | | Stringing | strong, cobweb-like; increasing with the extrusion temperature | | | ||
| | Support requirements | Can be extruded without support for overhangs up to 60°. Due to the strong layers, support is hard to remove without breaking delicate structures. | | | | Support requirements | Can be extruded without support for overhangs up to 60°. Due to the strong layers, support is hard to remove without breaking delicate structures. | | | ||
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| | Drying | not required | | | | Drying | not required | | | ||
| | Storage | in the open | | | | Storage | in the open | | | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ==== Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) ===== | ==== Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) ===== | ||
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| | Print bed design | Standard PEI print bed | | | | Print bed design | Standard PEI print bed | | | ||
| | Print bed temperature | max. 60°C | | | | Print bed temperature | max. 60°C | | | ||
| - | | Build chamber temperature | 30-40°C | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:tips-tricks#Adjusting the build chamber temperature|Build chamber temperature]] | | + | | Build chamber temperature | 30-40°C | [[{:|width: 8em}:adjusting-the-build-chamber-temperature|Build chamber temperature]] | |
| | Extruder temperature | 205-215°C | | | | Extruder temperature | 205-215°C | | | ||
| - | | Speed settings | use standard presets for ABS | [[{|width: 8em}#Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)|ABS settings]] | | + | | Speed settings | use standard presets for ABS | [[{:|width: 8em}:acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene-abs|ABS settings]] | |
| - | | Idler lever preload | 3.5mm | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide#extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | | + | | Idler lever preload | 3.5mm | [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide-extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | |
| **Additional things to know** | **Additional things to know** | ||
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| | Drying | required; dry at 60°C for 3-4 hrs. | | | | Drying | required; dry at 60°C for 3-4 hrs. | | | ||
| | Storage | in closed lid container after drying, preferably with desiccant | | | | Storage | in closed lid container after drying, preferably with desiccant | | | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ==== Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) ===== | ==== Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) ===== | ||
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| | Print bed temperature | TPE-o: 105 °C | | | Print bed temperature | TPE-o: 105 °C | | ||
| |::: | TPE-u: 70 °C | | | |::: | TPE-u: 70 °C | | | ||
| - | | Build chamber temperature | max. 40°C | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:tips-tricks#Adjusting the build chamber temperature|Build chamber temperature]] | | + | | Build chamber temperature | max. 40°C | [[{:|width: 8em}:adjusting-the-build-chamber-temperature|Build chamber temperature]] | |
| | Extruder temperature | TPE-o: 230-240°C | | | | Extruder temperature | TPE-o: 230-240°C | | | ||
| |::: | TPE-u: 225-240°C | | | |::: | TPE-u: 225-240°C | | | ||
| - | | Speed settings | - massively reduce print speed:\\ max. 7 m/s for every print operation (all perimeters, infill, support etc.)\\ or\\ volumetric speed 1 mm³/s (available since Slic3r v1.2.8)\\ - reduced priming speed | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:tips-tricks#g-code-manipulation|Reducing the priming speed ]] | | + | | Speed settings | - massively reduce print speed:\\ max. 7 m/s for every print operation (all perimeters, infill, support etc.)\\ or\\ volumetric speed 1 mm³/s (available since Slic3r v1.2.8)\\ - reduced priming speed | [[{:|width: 8em}:g-code-manipulation|Reducing the priming speed ]] | |
| - | | Idler lever preload | 4.3mm | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide#extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | | + | | Idler lever preload | 4.3mm | [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide-extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | |
| | Nozzle tip | 0.5 or above | | | | Nozzle tip | 0.5 or above | | | ||
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| | Drying | not required | | | | Drying | not required | | | ||
| | Storage | in the open | | | | Storage | in the open | | | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ==== Polylactic Acid (PLA) ===== | ==== Polylactic Acid (PLA) ===== | ||
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| ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ^ Feature ^ Setting ^ see also ^ | ||
| - | | Print bed design | standard PEI print bed, glass | | | + | | Print bed design | standard PEI print bed, glass, [[http://www.buildtak.eu/shop/|BuildTak]] | | |
| - | | Print bed temperature | 40-60°C | | | + | | Print bed temperature | OFF-50°C | | |
| - | | Build chamber temperature | 20-40°C | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:tips-tricks#Adjusting the build chamber temperature|Build chamber temperature]] | | + | | Build chamber temperature | OFF°C | [[{:|width: 8em}:adjusting-the-build-chamber-temperature|Build chamber temperature]] | |
| - | | Extruder temperature | 180-235°C * | | | + | | Extruder temperature | 180-220°C * | | |
| - | | Speed settings | - reduce print speed (max. 20m/s for all perimeters) * | | | + | | Speed settings | reduce standard settings for ABS by 20% *\\ Perimeters: 20mm/s\\ Infill: 24mm/s | | |
| - | | Idler lever preload | 4.0mm | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide#extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | | + | | Idler lever preload | 4.0mm | [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide-extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | |
| - | | Nozzle tip | 0.5 or above | | | + | | Nozzle tip | all | | |
| *<wrap lo> depending on color, filler; test to find best suitable settings for your application.\\ For example: [[http://colorfabb.com|colorFabb's]] famous //woodfill// is best extruded at 225 °C with 12 mm/s for perimeters and 24 mm/s for the infill.</wrap> | *<wrap lo> depending on color, filler; test to find best suitable settings for your application.\\ For example: [[http://colorfabb.com|colorFabb's]] famous //woodfill// is best extruded at 225 °C with 12 mm/s for perimeters and 24 mm/s for the infill.</wrap> | ||
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| | Solvent | Tetrahydrofuran <WRAP caution>**USE RESPONSIBLY!**\\ //Tetrahydrofuran can cause eye irritations and irritations of the respiratory system. Fumes are easily flammable.\\ Apply skin protection cream or wear protective gloves when handling the solvent. Do not empty into drains. Do not use near open flames or heat sources.\\ Observe the manufacturer's safety data sheet and make accessible to anyone handling tetrahydrofuran!//</WRAP> | | | | Solvent | Tetrahydrofuran <WRAP caution>**USE RESPONSIBLY!**\\ //Tetrahydrofuran can cause eye irritations and irritations of the respiratory system. Fumes are easily flammable.\\ Apply skin protection cream or wear protective gloves when handling the solvent. Do not empty into drains. Do not use near open flames or heat sources.\\ Observe the manufacturer's safety data sheet and make accessible to anyone handling tetrahydrofuran!//</WRAP> | | | ||
| | Layer binding | good | | | | Layer binding | good | | | ||
| - | | Part strength/stability | medium | | | + | | Part strength/stability | medium; parts are stiff and brittle | | |
| | Warping | low || | | Warping | low || | ||
| | Drying | not required | | | | Drying | not required | | | ||
| | Storage | in the open | | | | Storage | in the open | | | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ===== High-temperature materials ===== | ===== High-temperature materials ===== | ||
| For extruding the materials described in the following temperatures above 300°C are required. For 3D printing them on a RepRap Industrial this means that the ([[sales@kuehlingkuehling.de|optional]]) high-temperature hot-end is required, which allows for extrusion temperatures of up to 400°C. | For extruding the materials described in the following temperatures above 300°C are required. For 3D printing them on a RepRap Industrial this means that the ([[sales@kuehlingkuehling.de|optional]]) high-temperature hot-end is required, which allows for extrusion temperatures of up to 400°C. | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | * [[##polyether-ether-ketone-peek|Polyether ether ketone (PEEK)]] |
| + | |||
| + | <WRAP clear/> | ||
| ==== Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) ==== | ==== Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) ==== | ||
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| | Extruder temperature | 370-395°C | | | Extruder temperature | 370-395°C | | ||
| | Speed settings | Reduced speeds; approx. 70% of the standard settings for ABS. | | | | Speed settings | Reduced speeds; approx. 70% of the standard settings for ABS. | | | ||
| - | | Idler lever preload | 1mm | [[{|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide#extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | | + | | Idler lever preload | 1mm | [[{:|width: 8em}reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide-extruder-idler-lever|Setting the idler lever preload]] | |
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| **Additional information** | **Additional information** | ||
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| | Tempering | can be useful for very stiff material that keeps uncoiling; heat at 200°C for 1-2 hrs. | | | Tempering | can be useful for very stiff material that keeps uncoiling; heat at 200°C for 1-2 hrs. | | ||
| | FDA and EMA compliant | | | | FDA and EMA compliant | | | ||
| - | <WRAP clear> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ====== Tips & Tricks ====== | ====== Tips & Tricks ====== | ||
| - | Here you will find information about general issues concerning the operation of the RepRap Industrial in your specific work environment. | + | Here you will find information about issues concerning the operation of the RepRap Industrial in your specific work environment or solutions for questions that have been upraised by support requests. |
| + | * [[#commandline-access-to-the-linux-operating-system-via-ssh|Command line access]] | ||
| + | * [[#setting-a-static-ip-address-for-reprap-industrial-ethernet-connection|Setting a static IP address]] | ||
| + | * [[#use-a-custom-ntp-server-for-time-signals|Setting time signals]] | ||
| + | * [[#changing-shell-password-in-the-beaglebone-black-operating-system|Password change]] | ||
| + | * [[#print-bed-leveling|Leveling tips]] | ||
| + | * [[#deactivating-the-heating-elements-after-end-of-print-job|Switching heating elements off via the G-code]] | ||
| + | * [[#adjusting-the-build-chamber-temperature|Changing the build chamber temperature via the G-code]] | ||
| + | * [[#g-code-manipulation-at-the-gui|G-code commands for direct use at the 3D-printer]] | ||
| ==== Commandline Access to the linux operating system via SSH ==== | ==== Commandline Access to the linux operating system via SSH ==== | ||
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| ==== Setting a static IP address for RepRap Industrial ethernet connection ==== | ==== Setting a static IP address for RepRap Industrial ethernet connection ==== | ||
| - | First, [[#Commandline Access to the linux operating system via SSH|establish a commandline connection]] to the printer. | + | First, [[#commandline-access-to-the-linux-operating-system-via-ssh|establish a commandline connection]] to the printer. |
| From within the terminal session, edit the network configuration via the command line editor "nano" | From within the terminal session, edit the network configuration via the command line editor "nano" | ||
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| exit | exit | ||
| - | Shut down (see [[reprap-industrial-v1:Manual#Manual control]]) and reboot (power-on button, [[reprap-industrial-v1:Manual#Electronic chamber|11]] in [[reprap-industrial-v1:Manual#Electronic chamber|fig. 4]]) the RepRap Industrial to establish the alterations. | + | [[:software-version-v1.1.0-operation-and-commissioning#switching-off-the-3d-printer|Shut down]] and [[:software-version-v1.1.0-operation-and-commissioning#waking-from-standby|reboot]] the RepRap Industrial to establish the alterations. |
| - | <WRAP clear> </WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ==== Use a custom NTP server for time signals ==== | ==== Use a custom NTP server for time signals ==== | ||
| - | First, [[#Commandline Access to the linux operating system via SSH|establish a commandline connection]] to the printer. | + | First, [[#commandline-access-to-the-linux-operating-system-via-ssh|establish a commandline connection]] to the printer. |
| From within the terminal session, stop the NTP daemon background process | From within the terminal session, stop the NTP daemon background process | ||
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| exit | exit | ||
| - | Shut down (see [[reprap-industrial-v1:Manual#Manual control]]) and reboot (power-on button, [[reprap-industrial-v1:Manual#Electronic chamber|11]] in [[reprap-industrial-v1:Manual#Electronic chamber|fig. 4]]) the RepRap Industrial to establish the alterations. | + | [[:software-version-v1.1.0-operation-and-commissioning#switching-off-the-3d-printer|Shut down]] and [[:software-version-v1.1.0-operation-and-commissioning#waking-from-standby|reboot]] the RepRap Industrial to establish the alterations. |
| - | <WRAP clear> </WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ==== Changing Shell Password in the BeagleBone Black Operating System ==== | ==== Changing Shell Password in the BeagleBone Black Operating System ==== | ||
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| <WRAP clear/> | <WRAP clear/> | ||
| - | ===== Operation ===== | + | |
| - | In the following you will find more detailed descriptions of functions of the RepRap Industrial. In most cases, these are topics upraised by support requests or in-house lab experiments. | + | |
| ==== Print bed leveling ==== | ==== Print bed leveling ==== | ||
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| </WRAP> | </WRAP> | ||
| - | <WRAP clear> </WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| <WRAP group> | <WRAP group> | ||
| <WRAP half column> | <WRAP half column> | ||
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| Another way of making leveling a little bit less important is "floating" your print on a raft. Slic3r (and most other slicing software) provides the "raft" function, a special kind of support material, which means that before starting with the actual object a (customizable) number of loosely printed layers is printed to compensate slight leveling mistakes. If you choose the raft settings correctly, beginning with a layer as wide and thick as allowable (depending on the nozzle tip's diameter) leveling will become a much less annoying process.\\ The raft's first layer is treated as the print's first layer and uses the respective settings. The following layers of the raft are calculated according to the support material settings. Choose the maximal first layer height (//Slic3r -> Print Settings -> Layers and perimeters/First layer height//) and a first layer extrusion width of 250 % (//Slic3r -> Print Settings -> Advanced/Extrusion width -First layer//) for a compensating, condoning and stable raft. | Another way of making leveling a little bit less important is "floating" your print on a raft. Slic3r (and most other slicing software) provides the "raft" function, a special kind of support material, which means that before starting with the actual object a (customizable) number of loosely printed layers is printed to compensate slight leveling mistakes. If you choose the raft settings correctly, beginning with a layer as wide and thick as allowable (depending on the nozzle tip's diameter) leveling will become a much less annoying process.\\ The raft's first layer is treated as the print's first layer and uses the respective settings. The following layers of the raft are calculated according to the support material settings. Choose the maximal first layer height (//Slic3r -> Print Settings -> Layers and perimeters/First layer height//) and a first layer extrusion width of 250 % (//Slic3r -> Print Settings -> Advanced/Extrusion width -First layer//) for a compensating, condoning and stable raft. | ||
| \\ | \\ | ||
| - | The raft can either be built of the model's material and cut away later or, if available for the specific plastic, of support material and broken off or dissolved. Check with the [[knowledge-base#materials|Materials']] section to see if a secondary support material is available. For break-away or soluble rafts the dual extrusion function of the RepRap Industrial is required. Remember to check that all necessary calibrations and settings have been made as described in the [[knowledge-base#Dual extruder printing|Knowledgebase]]. | + | The raft can either be built of the model's material and cut away later or, if available for the specific plastic, of support material and broken off or dissolved. Check with the [[:knowledge-base#materials|Materials']] section to see if a secondary support material is available. For break-away or soluble rafts the dual extrusion function of the RepRap Industrial is required. Remember to check that all necessary calibrations and settings have been made as described [[#basic-dual-extruder-settings|above]]. |
| </WRAP> | </WRAP> | ||
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| </WRAP> | </WRAP> | ||
| - | <WRAP clear> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ==== Deactivating the heating elements after end of print job ==== | ==== Deactivating the heating elements after end of print job ==== | ||
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| </WRAP> | </WRAP> | ||
| </WRAP> | </WRAP> | ||
| - | <WRAP clear></WRAP> | + | <WRAP clear/> |
| ==== G-code manipulation at the GUI ==== | ==== G-code manipulation at the GUI ==== | ||
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