Transcript
T-1000
3D Printer Manual v1.1
The manual covers the most basic operations. For more information, please check g3dsys.com
CONTENTS Introduction Specifications Package Contents Safety Getting to know the T-1000 Terms and conditions
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Getting started Setting the VAT and build plate Powering on Powering down Connecting to printer wifi and accessing the G3D Web UI Configuring the wifi connections Resetting the wifi connections Connecting via ethernet Updating the G3D Web UI
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Printing objects with G3D Web UI Uploading a new file Deleting a file Choosing a file Positioning the build plate Calibrating the VAT Filling the VAT Printing Pause printing Abort printing Adjusting the xy resolution of projector Focusing the projector Removing the build plate Removing the VAT
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Print care and cleaning guide Prints and cleaning materials Removing print from the build plate Cleaning the print Curing the print Cleaning the VAT Cleaning the projector Cleaning the T-1000
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Troubleshooting Contact
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SPECIFICATIONS HARDWARE Printer Technology Build Volume(Max.) Build Dimension(Max.) Thickness per layer(Z axis)
Print Speed Material Printer Weight Dimension
Input Operating Temperature
SOFTWARE Connectivity System compatibility Supported file
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DLP/SLA 441 cu. in 7,225,344 cu. mm 7.06 in(L) x 5.29 in(W) x 11.81 in(H) 179.20 mm(L) x 134.40 mm(W) x 300.00 mm(H) Max 0.00472 in 120 µm Min 0.00029 in 7.50 µm 25 mins/in - 35mins/in 0.98 mins/mm - 1.38 mins/mm Photopolymer 29 kg 63.9341 lbs H 26.71 in 678.50 mm W 17.86 in 453.60 mm L 11.66 in 296.13 mm 110 - 220 VAC, 0.8A 50 Hz - 60 Hz 17ºC - 40ºC 62.6ºF - 104ºF
Wifi / USB / Ethernet Windows / Mac / Linux G3D, G3L / importable STL / importable OBJ More formats coming soon.
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SPECIFICATIONS XY RESOLUTION TO BUILD VOLUME Resolution
Build Dimension
Build Volume
Speed
100 µm
4.03 in x 3.02 in x 11.81 in 102.4 mm x 76.8 mm x 300 mm
149.97 cu. ln 2359296 cu. mm
25 min/in 0.98 min/mm
125 µm
5.04 in x 3.78 x 11.81 in 128 mm x 96 mm x 300 mm
224.96 cu. ln 3686400 cu. mm
32 min/in 1.26 min/mm
150 µm
6.05 in x 4.54 in x 11.81 in 323.94 cu. ln 153.6 mm x 115.2 mm x 300 mm 5308416 cu. mm
35 min/in 1.38 min/mm
175 µm
7.06 in x 5.29 in x 11.81 in 440.92 cu. ln 179.2 mm x 134.4 mm x 300 mm 7225344 cu. mm
35 min/in 1.38 min/mm
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PACKAGE CONTENTS Be sure all items listed here were included with your printer.
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Resin
Quick Guide
VAT
Build Plate
Clippers
Scraper
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SAFETY Please read the following safety precautions before operating the T-1000 3D printer.
! ELECTRICAL • Do not modify or disassemble the printer. • Ensure to discharge static electricity when you configure the printer or projector. OPERATION • Keep printer in a well-ventilated area. • Do not stare at the uv light for a long period of time during operation. It can cause permanent loss of vision. • Use only recommended resin for the printer. • Do not operate with wet hands. GUIDELINES • Do not expose printer to extremely high temperatures, such as direct sunlight, flame or other sources of heat. • Maintain the printer in a flat and sturdy surface. • Keep printer dry. • Do not use this printer for making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.
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GETTING TO KNOW THE T-1000
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Head stopper
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Electronic panel
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Build plate
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USB port
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ACME thread
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Ethernet port
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VAT
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Wifi reset
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VAT stopper
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Power button
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Calibration lever T-1000
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Handle
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Main switch
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Fuse holder
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Power cable
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS Please be advised of the following terms regarding this manual: All information in this manual is subject to change at any time without notice and is provided for convenience purposes only. G3D reserves the right to modify or revise this manual in its sole discretion and at any time. You agree to be bound by any modifications and/or revisions. Contact the G3D Support Team for up-to-date information. The design of this manual and all text, graphics, information, content, and other material are protected by copyright and other laws. All rights reserved. Certain trademarks, trade names, service marks, and logos used in this manual are registered and unregistered trademarks, trade names and service marks of G3D and its affiliates. Nothing contained in this manual grants or should be construed as granting, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license or right to use any marks without the written permission of G3D. Any unauthorized use of any information, materials, or marks may violate copyright laws, trademark laws, laws of privacy and publicity, and/or other laws and regulations. DISCLAIMER. Neither G3D nor any of our affiliates warrants the accuracy or completeness of the information, products, or services provided by or through this manual, which are provided “as is” and without any express or implied warranties of any kind, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property. To the fullest extent permissible by the applicable law, we hereby disclaim all liability for product defect of failure of for the claims that are due to normal wear, product misuse or abuse, product modification, improper product selection, non-compliance with any codes, or misappropriation. To the fullest extent permissible by the applicable law, we hereby disclaim any and all responsibility, risk, liability, and damages arising out of death or personal injury resulting from assembly or operation of our products. G3D assumes no responsibility, nor will be liable, for any damages to, or any viruses or malware that may infect your computer, telecommunication equipment, or other property caused by arising from your downloading of any information or materials related to G3D products. The foregoing exclusing do not apply to the extent prohibited by law: please refer to your local laws for any such prohibitions. 8 LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY. In no event will G3D or any of our respective officers, directors, employees, shareholders, affiliates, agents, successors, or assigns, nor any party involved in the creation or production of our products, be liable to you or anyone else for any indirect, special, punitive, incidental, or consequential damages (including, without limitation, those resulting from lost profits, lost data, or business interruption) arising out of the use, inability to use, or the results of use of this manual, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory and whether or not advised of the possibility of such damages. The foregoing limitations of liability do not apply to the extent prohibited by law: please refer to your local laws for any such prohibitions. CHOICE OF LAW; JURISDICTION. These terms will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Philippines, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of laws. Any action seeking legal or equitable relief arising out of or relating to these terms or this manual will be brought only in the courts of the Republic of the Philippines.
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GETTING STARTED SETTING THE VAT AND BUILD PLATE 1. Remove the head stopper. Rotate the head stopper counter clockwise to detach from the build plate assembly.
2. Insert the build plate.
3. Lock the head stopper.
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GETTING STARTED SETTING THE VAT AND BUILD PLATE 4. Untighten the VAT stoppers. Rotate all (4) four vat stoppers counter clockwise to loosen, no need to remove the VAT stoppers from the VAT insert.
VAT INSERT
5. Insert the VAT.
6. Tighten the VAT stoppers only enough to snug them against the VAT. Do not overtighten the VAT stoppers because it can damage the VAT.
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GETTING STARTED POWERING ON 1. Plug the power cable into a power outlet. Uninterruptible power supply recommended.
POWER CABLE POWER OUTLET
2. Turn on main switch located at the back of the printer.
MAIN SWITCH
ON OFF
3. Press the power button for 2-3 seconds. The red led will illuminate from the power button.
POWER BUTTON
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GETTING STARTED POWERING DOWN 1. Press the power button and hold it down for 5 seconds then release the power button. Wait until the light goes off.
POWER BUTTON
G3D
2. Turn off main switch located at the back of the printer.
MAIN SWITCH
ON OFF
3. Unplug the power cable.
POWER OUTLET
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GETTING STARTED CONNECTING TO PRINTER WIFI AND ACCESSING THE G3D WEB UI
The T1000 has an onboard web interface which is called the G3D Web UI. It is a software that integrates with the T-1000 to print 3D objects.
G3D There are three ways to connect to T-1000’s G3D Web UI. Connection can be thru printer wifi, home wifi or the ethernet. You need to access first the Web UI via G3D or Printer Wifi to be able to configure the other connections. PRINTER ACCESSIBILITY CONFIGURATION a. Connect via G3D or Printer Wifi 1. Search the “G3DPrinter” (SSID) wifi in the network. It automatically appears 15 seconds after powering on the T-1000. Network Connected G3DPrinter Secured
2. Enter the password “G3D54321” to connect to the G3D wifi. password
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G3D54321
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GETTING STARTED CONNECTING TO PRINTER WIFI AND ACCESSING THE G3D WEB UI b. Access the G3D Web UI 1. Type the default hostname [g3dprint:8080] in the URL box and press enter to access the G3D Web UI. g3dprint:8080
After an initial login to the G3D Web UI, setting details of ethernet’s ip address (if available) and G3D wifi’s ip address will be visible in the info box of the Web UI.
CONFIGURING THE WIFI CONNECTIONS
After you have accessed the G3D Web UI via G3D or printer wifi, on the index page of the Web UI, you can now configure the settings of the following connections. a. G3D or Printer Wifi Configuration It is important to configure the printer wifi connection if there are multiple printers or units. 1. Press the < >printer configuration icon at the top right of the Web UI index page. PDF
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PRINTER CONFIGURATION BUTTON
2. Select
. Printer Configurations Printer Wifi Home Wifi
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GETTING STARTED CONFIGURING THE WIFI CONNECTIONS 3. A printer configuration box will appear after you select the printer wifi. You need to type your new SSID, new password and new hostname to configure the settings. Password should be alphanumeric and not less than 6 characters. Printer Wifi Configuration Update Warning: The printer will restart, once you clicked the Save button. Please close your browser and try to access the printer in your browser again. SSID
New SSID
Password
New Password
Hostname
New Hostname
Save
Cancel
4. Press button. Printer Wifi Configuration Update Warning: The printer will restart, once you clicked the Save button. Please close your browser and try to access the printer in your browser again. SSID
New SSID
Password
New Password
Hostname
New Hostname
Save
Cancel
5. Printer will restart after you press the save button. 6. Press button to close the browser.
7. Open the browser again and type your new hostname to access the Web UI.
New Hostname:8080
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GETTING STARTED CONFIGURING THE WIFI CONNECTIONS b. Home Wifi Configuration 1. Press the < >printer configuration icon at the top right of the Web UI index page.
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PRINTER CONFIGURATION BUTTON
2. Select . Printer Configurations Printer Wifi Home Wifi
3. A printer configuration box will appear and you need to type your home SSID and password. Home Wifi Configuration Update Warning: The printer will restart, once you clicked the Join button. Please close your browser and try to access the printer again. To be able to connect to printer wifi again after joining the home wifi, please press the printer’s wifi rest button SSID
Home SSID
Password
Home Password
Join
Cancel
4. Press button to connect to your home wifi. Home Wifi Configuration Update Warning: The printer will restart, once you clicked the Join button. Please close your browser and try to access the printer again. To be able to connect to printer wifi again after joining the home wifi, please press the printer’s wifi rest button SSID
Home SSID
Password
Home Password
Join
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Cancel
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GETTING STARTED CONFIGURING THE WIFI CONNECTIONS 5. Printer will restart after you press the join button. 6. Connect the laptop to home wifi where the printer is also connected to the home wifi. 7. Press button to close the browser.
8. Open the browser again. Type in the url box to access the Web UI. g3dprint:8080
RESETTING THE WIFI CONNECTIONS
Once you are connected to your home WIFI. The only way to re-connect to G3D or Printer Wifi is to push manually the printer’s reset wifi switch located at the left panel of printer.
PRINTER’S WIFI RESET
1. Use a small pin to push the wifi reset. CONNECTING VIA ETHERNET 1. Plug the ethernet cable into the ethernet port located at left panel of the printer to connect to your computer or laptop.
ETHERNET PORT
2. Enter the current hostname in the web browser. If you haven’t changed the hostname configuration, type to the url box to access the Web UI. T-1000
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GETTING STARTED UPDATING THE G3D WEB UI
When we update the G3D Web UI, you will receive a notification. 1. Make sure printer is connected to the internet. 2. Press button to download update. 3. Wait until printer is fully rebooted then restart the browser. PDF
+ New File Choose File
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Delete File
You have 1 new +
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INFO notification
Hardware Address
00-1B-63-84-45-E8 Update Alert Update Alert IP Address 192.168.0.9:8080 Wifi Address 192.168.0.10 Link Status Connected Vendor Global 3D Systems Inc. Model T-1000
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI UPLOADING A NEW FILE Layout and slicing must be done before to prepare the G3D file, please check Layout and Slice manual for more details. 1. Press button. The selected .g3d file will be uploaded in G3D Web UI. PDF
Open
+ New File Choose File
INFO
Desktop
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Organize Desktop
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Delete File
Hardware Address 00-1B-63-84-45-E8
New folder Name Car.g3d Gear.g3d Screw.g3d Sphere.g3d Vase.g3d
Documents Downloads Music
Type .g3d .g3d .g3d .g3d .g3d
IP Address 192.168.0.9:8080 Wifi Address 192.168.0.10
Pictures Videos OS(C:)
Link Status Connected Vendor Global 3D Systems Inc. Model T-1000 File name:
All Formats (*.*) Open
Cancel
Upload a new file.
DELETING A FILE 1. Select a file and press delete. A deleted file is removed from the G3D Web UI. PDF
+ New File Sphere.g3d
INFO
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Delete File
Filename Sphere.g3d XY Pixel Size (µm) 175 Z Layer Thickness (µm) 120 Estimated Time (hh:mm)
01:39:00 Total Layers to Print 589 Total Print Volume (ml) 38
Delete the file.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI CHOOSING A FILE When a new file is uploaded, it is saved as .g3d file. Layout and Slice software allows you to create g3d files. Layout and Slice software allows the importation of 3D objects for preparation for printing. The G3D Web UI has several 3D object files ready for printing. 1. Press . 2. Select a file. PDF
+ New File Choose File
INFO
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Base.g3d Delete File
Hardware Address 00-1B-63-84-45-E8 IP Address 192.168.0.9:8080
3D Print Cylinder.g3d
Wifi Address 192.168.0.10
Gear.g3d
Link Status Connected
Octagonal.g3d Vendor Global 3D Systems Inc. Prism.g3d Model T-1000
Sphere.g3d
Vase.g3d
Water bottle.g3d
Select a file for printing.
You can print a file from your USB by plugging it in the printer’s USB port. All .g3d files in the root of the USB will be automatically detected by the software and will be in the dropdown list of the G3D Web UI.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI 3. Press button. PDF
+ New File
INFO
Sphere.g3d
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Delete File
Filename Sphere.g3d XY Pixel Size (µm) 175
3D Print
Z Layer Thickness (µm) 120 Estimated Time (hh:mm)
01:39:00 Total Print Volume 38 Total Layers to Print 589
This is the file you are uploading. Press button to prep for printing.
4. Input the curing details. Refer to resin label information. PDF
Initial Layer Cure Time 30
# No. of Initial Layer
3
Layers Cure Time
INFO
+
Filename Sphere.g3d XY Pixel Size (µm) 175 Z Layer Thickness (µm) 120 Estimated Time (hh:mm)
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01:39:00
Position Build Plate
Total Layers to Print 589
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Cancel
Total Print Volume 38
Be sure to check g3dsys.com website for resin info updates.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI 5. Check the xy resolution of the object in the info box. INFO Filename Sphere.g3d XY Pixel Size (µm) 175
XY Pixel Size (µm) 175 XY RESOLUTION OF OBJECT: 175 µm
Z Layer Thickness (µm) 120 Estimated Time (hh:mm)
01:39:00 Total Layers to Print 589 Total Print Volume (ml) 38
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI POSITIONING THE BUILD PLATE It is advisable to position the build plate before you print an object. Positioning the build plate will improve the adhesion of objects. 1. Lightly loosen all (4) four VAT stoppers. Rotate the VAT stoppers counter clockwise.
VAT STOPPER
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3 4
2. Press . PDF
Initial Layer Cure Time 30
INFO
+
# No. of Initial Layer
Filename Sphere.g3d XY Pixel Size (µm) 175
3
Z Layer Thickness (µm) 120
Layers Cure Time
Estimated Time (hh:mm)
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01:39:00
Position Build Plate
Total Layers to Print 589
+
Total Print Volume (ml) 38
Cancel
Printer will position the build plate.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI POSITIONING THE BUILD PLATE 3. Press button to confirm. PDF
Initial Layer Cure Time 30
INFO
+
Filename Sphere.g3d
Confirm # No. of Initial Layer
3
Layers Cure Time
XY Pixel Size (µm) 175
?
The Build Plate and VAT will prepare for printing now. The VAT and Build Plate will move to ready position. Wait till all movement has stopped, you may then add resin and print.
Z Layer Thickness (µm) 120 Estimated Time (hh:mm)
Do you want to prepare the printer? 7
01:39:00
Position Build Plate
Yes
No
Total Layers to Print 589
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Total Print Volume (ml) 38
Cancel
Please confirm to message.
The printer will position the build plate. Wait until all movement has stopped. (Fig. 4)
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
FIG. 4
4. Gently tighten all VAT stoppers only enough to snug them against the VAT. Rotate the VAT stoppers clockwise.
! Do not overtighten.
VAT STOPPER
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI CALIBRATING THE VAT Calibrating the VAT has similar procedures with positioning the build plate, only this time you need to include the adjustment of calibration levers. It is important to calibrate the VAT after a failed print or when replacing a new VAT. 1. Lightly loosen all (4) four VAT stoppers. Rotate the VAT stoppers counter clockwise.
VAT STOPPER
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3
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4
2. Lightly loosen all (4) four calibration levers.
2 1 LEFT VAT SIDE VIEW
3 4 RIGHT VAT SIDE VIEW
3. Push down the VAT to check if the calibration levers are in unlocked position.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI CALIBRATING THE VAT 4. Press button and button to confirm. 5. Wait until all movement has stopped. 6. Make sure that the VAT reaches the line mark to ensure no misalignment of build plate surface to VAT. VAT LINE MARK
7. Lightly tighten all calibration levers.
! Do not overtighten.
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3 4
LEFT VAT SIDE VIEW
RIGHT VAT SIDE VIEW
8. Gently tighten all VAT stoppers only enough to snug them against the VAT. Rotate the VAT stoppers clockwise.
! Do not overtighten.
VAT STOPPER
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FILLING THE VAT 1. Pour resin into the VAT before starting to print. Never fill up the VAT full. To avoid overflow and spill of resin inside the
! printer, VAT should be filled until the max line.
SLOWLY FILL UP THE VAT
Max Min
PRINTING The projector of the printer has a default xy resolution setting of 175 µm. If you will print an object with a different xy resolution, change the xy resolution of the projector and adjust the focus of the projector. The resolution of the projector should always match the resolution of the object. See “Adjusting the XY resolution of the projector” on page 28. See “Focusing the projector” on page 32. 1. Press button to start to print. Do not stare at the UV light. The door window is UV protected. It should be closed during normal operations.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI PAUSE PRINTING
! Do not leave pause mode for a long time. 1. Press button. PDF
Pause
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Abort
INFO
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Filename Sphere.g3d Progress
Estimated Time Remaining
00:30:20 Estimated Time Completion
12:07:50
For larger prints, pause the printer to refill the VAT with resin.
ABORT PRINTING PDF
Pause
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Abort
INFO
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Filename Sphere.g3d Progress
Estimated Time Remaining
00:30:20 Estimated Time Completion
12:07:50
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI ADJUSTING THE XY RESOLUTION OF PROJECTOR To effectively print an object, the xy resolution setting of the projector should have the same xy resolution indicated in the info box of G3D Web UI. not open the rear panel while the power is on. Before removing the rear ! Do panel make sure to touch any metal frame of the printer to avoid electrostatic discharge damage.
1. Press the power button and hold it down for 5 seconds then release the power button. Wait until the light goes off.
POWER BUTTON
G3D
2. Turn off main switch located at the back of the printer.
MAIN SWITCH
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI ADJUSTING THE XY RESOLUTION OF PROJECTOR 3. Unplug the power cable.
POWER OUTLET
4. Remove screws from the lower rear panel of the printer.
5. Open the lower rear panel of printer.
PROJECTOR ADJUSTER
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI ADJUSTING THE XY RESOLUTION OF PROJECTOR 6. Lightly loosen the projector adjuster, rotate it counter clockwise.
XY RESOLUTION 100 µm 125 µm 150 µm 175 µm (DEFAULT)
7. Set the required resolution of the object. XY RESOLUTION 100 µm 125 µm 150 µm 175 µm (DEFAULT) PROJECTOR ADJUSTER KNOB
Resolution setting: The lower the number, the finer the print will be.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI ADJUSTING THE XY RESOLUTION OF PROJECTOR 8. Put the projector adjuster into the slot for lock position. SLOT LOCK POSITION
9. Tighten the knob.
! Do not overtighten the knob.
10. Return screws to attach the lower rear panel of the printer.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR It is essential to focus the projector properly after you have adjusted the xy resolution setting of the projector. Make sure to position the build plate first, before you adjust the focus of the projector. See “Positioning the build plate” on page 18.
!
Be alert of moving mechanism.
1. Rotate the head stopper counter clockwise. HEAD STOPPER
2. Remove the head stopper from the build plate assembly.
3. Remove the build plate from the assembly.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR 4. Load a “Calcube” file with the same resolution setting as the printer. XY RESOLUTION
CALIBRATION FILES
100 µm 125 µm 150 µm 175 µm
Calcube_100 Calcube_125 Calcube_150 Calcube_175
5. Press button.
Position Build Plate
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Cancel
6. Place a white paper with an outline box on top of the VAT, dimension should be 50mm x 50mm.
50mm x 50mm outline box
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR 7. Configure the following settings to printer.
Initial Layer Cure Time 20
# No. of Initial Layer
1
Layers Cure Time
15
8. Press button.
Position Build Plate
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR 9. Ensure that the projected uv light of “Calcube” has identical dimension with the template box. The projected uv light should be sharp. If the uv light is blurred, adjust the focus ring of the projector.
SHARP
50mm BLURRED
template box
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Discharge static electricity. Wear safety glasses for uv light protection.
10. From the Web UI, press to cancel the projection of uv light.
Pause
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Abort
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR 11. Press the power button and hold it down for 5 seconds then release the power button. Wait until the light goes off.
POWER BUTTON
G3D
12. Turn off main switch located at the back of the printer.
MAIN SWITCH
ON OFF
13. Unplug the power cable.
POWER OUTLET
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR 14. Remove screws from the front panel projector.
15. Open and remove the front panel cover of projector.
FRONT PANEL PROJECTOR
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR
!
Make sure not to drop the focus lock knob in the printer.
16. Lightly loosen the focus lock knob. Rotate the knob counter clockwise to a 360 degree only. Do not remove the focus lock knob from the projector.
FOCUS LOCK KNOB
360 DEGREE ROTATION OF KNOB
17. Plug the power cable into a power outlet.
POWER CABLE POWER OUTLET
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR 18. Turn on main switch located at the back of the printer.
MAIN SWITCH
ON OFF
19. Press the power button for 2-3 seconds. The red led will illuminate from the power button.
POWER BUTTON
G3D
20. Repeat procedures 4-9, then proceed to following steps.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR 21. Slowly dial the focus ring until the projected uv light of Calcube appears sharp.
FOCUS RING
22. From the Web UI, press to cancel the projection of uv light.
Pause
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Abort
23. Press the power button and hold it down for 5 seconds then release the power button. Wait until the light goes off.
POWER BUTTON
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR 24. Turn off main switch located at the back of the printer.
MAIN SWITCH
ON OFF
25. Unplug the power cable.
POWER OUTLET
26. Rotate the focus lock knob to a 360 degree clockwise to lock the projector. Do not overtighten
FOCUS LOCK KNOB
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR 27. Attach the front panel projector to the printer.
28. Return screws to attach the front panel projector to the printer. Rotate the screws clockwise.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI FOCUSING THE PROJECTOR 29. Attach the build plate to the assembly.
30. Attach the head stopper back to the build plate assembly.
31. Rotate the head stopper clockwise to lock. Do not overtighten. HEAD STOPPER
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI REMOVING THE BUILD PLATE
! Do not remove the VAT before the build plate to ensure that the resin will not drip in the printer.
Wear rubber gloves to prevent skin contact. Wear safety glasses or goggles for eye protection. 1. Untighten the head stopper. Rotate the head stopper counter clockwise to remove from the build plate. HEAD STOPPER
2. Remove the build plate from the build plate assembly.
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PRINTING OBJECTS WITH G3D WEB UI REMOVING THE VAT 1. Untighten the VAT stoppers. Rotate all (4) four vat stoppers counter clockwise to loosen, no need to remove the VAT stoppers from the VAT insert. VAT INSERT
2. Remove the VAT from the VAT insert.
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PRINT CARE AND CLEANING GUIDE 3D PRINTS There are things you can do to extend the lifespan and appearance of your prints. They will definitely last longer if you will give them proper care and maintenance. The following recommendations are for your everyday care and cleaning guide for your prints. ■ Avoid using sharp objects or abrasive materials on the surfaces of prints. ■ Never scrub the prints with metal bristles. ■ Some solvents can damage the prints, it is good to keep them away from harsh chemicals. ■ Exposure to direct sunlight may cause prints to discoloration. ■ Provide a proper storage for your prints. ■ Avoid storing prints near heat because it can cause excessive drying. ■ Avoid exposing the prints to extreme temperatures. ■ Clean the prints by dry wiping.
CLEANING MATERIALS Wear rubber gloves and other protective clothing when cleaning the prints or printer.
Paper towel
Strainer
Scraper
Funnel Clippers
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PRINT CARE AND CLEANING GUIDE REMOVING THE PRINT FROM THE BUILD PLATE Wear safety glasses or goggles for eye protection. 1. Make sure to hold the print while lightly scraping the print to remove from the build plate.
2. Use clippers to remove supports or excess residue.
CLEANING THE PRINT 1. Wash and apply mild detergent.
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PRINT CARE AND CLEANING GUIDE ■ Never place the print under direct sunlight because it can cause discoloration. 2. Rinse the print with clean water.
3. Use isopropyl alcohol to remove stickiness.
Isopropyl Alcohol
CURING THE PRINT 1. Put the print next to a window with sunlight coming through for 30-45 minutes.
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PRINT CARE AND CLEANING GUIDE ■ Store the resin in a cool and dry place.
CLEANING THE VAT 1. Gently scrape the VAT to remove resin debris.
2. Pour the left over resin to an empty bottle. Use a strainer to separate resin from any solid particles.
3. Wash and apply mild detergent into VAT. 4. Use a soft sponge to avoid scratches into the VAT which may cause “clouding”.
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PRINT CARE AND CLEANING GUIDE ■ ■ ■ ■
Clean the VAT after printing an object. Do not leave the resin inside the VAT when not in use or printing. Do not expose the VAT to excessive heat or direct sunlight. Ensure not to scratch the lens of the projector.
5. Rinse the VAT with clean water. 6. Wipe the VAT with a paper towel.
CLEANING THE PROJECTOR 1. Power down the printer. 2. Use a blower on a low power to remove dust. 3. Apply lens cleaning solution to a microfiber cloth. 4. Gently wipe the lens in a circular motion. CLEANING THE T-1000 1. Power down the printer. 2. Apply a stain remover to a clean cloth. 3. Wipe the surface of the printer to remove splash or splatter of resin.
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TROUBLESHOOTING MISALIGNED OBJECTS
• Build plate should be clean and without any evidence of residue. • Tighten VAT stoppers and calibration levers.
DEFORMED OBJECTS • • • •
VAT should be clean and without scratches. Make sure that the projector is dust-free. Object’s resolution setting should match with projector’s resolution setting. Adjust the focus of the projector.
OBJECT CRACKS DURING PRINTING
• Tighten VAT stoppers and calibration levers. • Adjust cure time.
OBJECT PEELS AWAY FROM THE BUILD PLATE • • • • •
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Position the build plate and calibrate the VAT. Improve support structures. Add base to model. For complexed designs, add support. Adjust initial layer cure time.
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CONTACT SUPPORT Our website has extensive documentation and troubleshooting information about your T1000 3D printer. It’s a great resource when you want to try to solve issues quickly on your own. g3dsys.com/support If you need help resolving an issue with your T1000 3D printer, email our G3D Support Team. To help us understand your problem from the start, please include pictures or a video as attachments to your email. [email protected] SALES To learn about other G3D products, including G3D resin, please email us or visit our website. g3dsys.com/support FEEDBACK We would love to hear from you, tell us what’s on your mind. [email protected]
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