3DP Workbench Manuale utente

USER MANUAL

for Serial Numbers W160331003-W181231001

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Original Instructions 2016

Product Description

Robust SIMO® Series linear actuators

from PBC Linear® provide smooth

and accurate motion control

Z Axis—500 mm

A. LCD control

unit with SD

card reader

B. Control box

on/off

C. USB

connection

for computer

X Axis 1000 mm

Y Axis—1000 mm

Dual extruders with

filament sensors SurePrint™ Servo

Technology motors

with closed loop

control provides

positional feedback

every 1.25 microns

Electrical

panel located inside

industrial cart

Two emergency shut-offs

located on the front and

the rear of the machine

Printer serial

number located

on backside of

printer

Print bed with heated

borosilicate glass

Industrial

rolling casters

Product description

The 3DP Workbench 3D printer is manufactured by 3D

Platform, located in Roscoe, Illinois USA. It is designed

to comply with CE standards. 3D printing, or additive

manufacturing, is a process of making three-dimensional

objects of a variety of shapes and sizes from a digital

model. 3D printing is achieved using an additive process,

where successive layers of material are heated and

melted at the nozzle, extruded and laid down on the build

platform—also known as Fused Filament Fabrication

(FFF). The printer is capable of using any material

manufactured for FFF type 3D printing, provided the melt

temperature and print bed temperature requirements are

within the specifications of the 3DP Workbench outlined

in this manual.

The 3DP Workbench is capable of carrying out the

additive manufacturing process under open source

controls, via 3D model output in the .gcode format. It can

be operated using the LCD control unit and SD card.

Original Instructions 2016

Product Description . . . . . . . .Inside Front Cover

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety Guidelines and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Symbols & Warning Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Sound Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Controls & Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Physical Dimensions & Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Temperatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Mechanical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Electrical Voltage and Plugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Powering Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Crate Contents & Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Crate Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Unpacking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Installation of Driver & Software . . . . . . . . . . .6

Initial Printer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Wiring connections & Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Actuator Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Sensor Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

USB Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Install Filament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Heat Extruder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Heat Print Bed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Load Filament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Work Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Work Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Workstation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Space Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Source Files (.stl and .obj) . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–11

G-Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Work Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Preparing Files for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Converting 3D Model to .stl / .obj. . . . . . . . . . . 12

Converting .stl / .obj to .gcode . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Typical Work Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3D Printing Materials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Vendors and Manufacturers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Recommended Temperatures. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Storage Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Table of Contents

Manufacturer

3D Platform

6402 East Rockton Road

Roscoe, Illinois 61073

+1.779.771.0000

Safety Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Operating the 3DP Workbench . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Leveling the Bed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Heat the Print Bed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Prepare the Print Bed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

LCD Control Unit Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Loading and Changing Filament . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Printing via SD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Printing via USB Connection with Computer . . . . 17

Care & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

LED Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Cleaning the Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Changing the Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Calibration & Test Prints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Supplied Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Printing Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Measuring Filament. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Importance of Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Seasoning the Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Z-Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Babysteping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

First Layer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Orienting the Part for Success . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Other Support Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Troubleshooting–FAQs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Warranty & Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

CE Declaration of Conformity . . . Inside Back Cover

User manual symbols

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Link to product related video

Link to specific product information

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Safety Features

The 3DP Workbench printer is designed to comply with

CE standards. All motors are set to recommended safety

standards, with limitation of force applied to each axis

less than 150 newtons. Printers are equipped with the

following safety features:

Safety guidelines & Warnings

The following safety guidelines, as well as the instructions

within this user manual, ensure the safety of the user

while operating and maintaining the 3DP Workbench

printer. If the printer is not operated as specified, the

operator's safety may be compromised.

Installation

• Connect the printer to the safety-certified power

cord supplied with the machine. The electrical outlet

should be near the printer and easily accessible.

• Never connect the printer to an outlet that does not

have a ground wire. Disconnecting the ground wire

may result in electric shock.

Operation

• The 3DP Workbench printer generates high

temperatures in the print nozzle and the print bed—

do not touch when hot. Allow the unit to cool before

touching.

• Do not set objects on the heated print bed. Do not

lean or stand on the print bed. Doing so may cause

injury to the operator.

• Due to high temperature outputs and moving parts,

the location where the printer is operating should be

equipped with working smoke detection and flame

supression.

• The 3DP Workbench printer melts material during

printing. Some materials may require ventilation.

• Do not leave the 3DP Workbench printer unattended

while in operation.

Note: This equipment does not meet requirements for immunity

according to EN61000-4-2. The destruction of the step servo

motors embedded electronic circuits is possible by application

of electro static discharge.

Safety

1. Y axis bumper protects the

user from collision with the

idle end of the actuator

during printing

2. Wire covers prevent

accidental disconnection

of the motors

3. Two emergency Stop buttons

located on the front and back

of the machine

Keep all items and persons clear of moving

actuators to avoid pinch zones.

Hot Zones

Heat bed, nozzle, and

possible axis / extruder

motors

Unexpected Movement

Pinch Zones

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Intended Use

Each 3DP Workbench printer is inspected and calibrated,

prior to shipment, to ensure proper functionality.

• This printer is intended for professional use by an

operator with the ability to read instructions, having

basic/low level knowledge of electronics, mechanics,

and computers in general.

• Intended for printing 3D objects with materials

manufactured for the FFF—fused filament

fabrication—type of 3D printing.

• To be operated with the appropriate size/diameter

filament as specified within this manual.

• To be operated under normal operating conditions as

specified within this manual.

• Not intended to be used by children or persons not

familiar with the operating and safety instructions. Use

by unqualified persons may be dangerous to the user

and/or damaging to the printer. Printer damage due to

mis-use is not covered by the warranty.

• Any modifications to the 3D printer are at your own

risk and will void the warranty. The manufacturer

cannot be held responsible for modifications made by

other persons.

Maintenance

• All maintenance shall be performed according to the

manufacturers guidelines and instructions. Failure to

follow the guidelines may cause injury.

• When maintaining equipment that is hot, wear gloves

to avoid injury.

First Aid

• All operators should have access to first aid

equipment and know how to use it.

Symbols & Warning Labels

Sound Level

• The level of airborne noise (acoustic pressure)

measured at the operator station <70 dB(A).

Safety

Warning

Symbol Meaning and Description Location

WARNING HOT SURFACE

A hot surface is located in the

vicinity—do not touch.

• Print nozzle

• Print bed

CRUSHING OF HANDS

When in motion, the 3DP

Workbench's linear actuators

that move in multiple directions

at variant speeds may be a

pinch hazard (low risk due to

force limitation).

• X axis

• Y axis

• Z axis

AUTOMATIC START-UP

The 3DP Workbench's linear

actuators start and stop

automatically depending on

the printing operation.

• Front of the

print bed

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

Use caution when working with

electricity.

• Electrical box

• Digital

temperature

controller

EMERGENCY STOP

In case of emergency, use the

Emergency Stop buttons on

the machine to turn off power.

On restart, the Emergency

Stop must be disengaged—

twist and pull to disengage.

Then, press the Reset button

prior to restarting the machine.

• Front corner

of machine

• Back corner

of machine

Turns the machine on.

• Front panel

of electrical

box

OFF

Turns the machine off.

• Front panel

of electrical

box

• The 3DP Workbench printer includes linear actuators

that move in multiple directions at variant speeds.

When in motion, they may cause injury. Keep all items

and persons clear of the moving actuators, and avoid

all bumping or pinching of moving actuators.

• Do not place head or any other body part near the

print head or nozzle, as injury may occur if pinched

between the print bed and the nozzle.

• In case of emergency, unplug the unit from the

electrical outlet—or use one of the Emergency Stops.

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Technical Speciﬁcations

Electrical

Standard AC Input:

• 220-250 V Print bed and printer control

• 15 A

• 50 Hz or 60 Hz

• Sold with NEMA L6-15 plug,

see typical outlet diagram below.

An outlet connector enables changing plug type for

worldwide compatibility.

Mechanical

Build Platform: Borosilicate glass, 5 mm thick

XYZ Axes: Lead screw driven SIMO®Series linear

actuators from PBC Linear®. Screw max values: 640 RPM,

16000 mm/min, 267 mm/sec.

SurePrint™ Servo Motors: Closed loop control provides

positional feedback every 1.25 microns.

• 85% more motor torque equals faster prints

• Closed loop system improves print quality

• Sophisticated control similar to a car's traction

control and anti-lock brake system

Specifications

Printer Type: FFF – Fused Filament Fabrication is a

form of additive manufacturing, commonly used for 3D

modeling, rapid prototyping, and production applications.

Build Area: 1 m x 1 m x 0.5 m

(39.3" x 39.3" x 19.6")

Layer Resolution: Down to 70 microns (0.0027")

Note: Accuracy is dependent upon nozzle size, slice settings, geometry,

print speed, filament quality, and a range of other factors. Under

average conditions, it is typical to achieve layer resolutions of 100

microns with a 0.4 mm nozzle and a well-tuned and calibrated

printer configuration.

Filament Diameter: 3 mm (actual diameter may vary) or

1.75 mm filament. 3 mm diameter is recommended.

Nozzle Diameter: 0.6 mm–other nozzle sizes available

from manufacturer.

Note: See important safety guidelines located in the maintenance

section of this manual before changing nozzles.

Connectivity to Laptop: USB

Physical Dimensions & Weight

Overall Width: 1473.2 mm (58")

Overall Depth: 2286 mm (90")

Overall Height: 1320.8 mm (52")

Approx. System Weight: 540 lbs.

Controls & Firmware

Standard with the 3DP Workbench printer:

• Taurino (AT mega 2560)

• RAMPS 1.4

• Chip Amp Extruder Stepper Drivers

• Consult factory for Marlin Firmware

source code and/or updates

Temperatures

Maximum Nozzle Temperature: 280°C

Maximum Print Bed Temperature: 135°C Powering down

Turn the power switch on the cart to completely power

down the machine and eliminate the draw of electrical

current.

Outlet Diagram (USA)

NEMA L6-15

Main Electrical Panel

The main electrical panel is located in the top, rear

storage drawer of the 3DP Workbench printer. Use

extreme caution. Electrical panel should only be

accessed by an authorized, trained technician.

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Crate Contents & Unpacking

Crate Contents

• 3DP Workbench printer with LCD screen

• Filament guide and spool holder

• 3DP Workbench User Manual

• 2 Spools of PLA filament

• SD card with start-up configuration

and calibration files

Unpacking the Printer

• The 3DP Workbench printer will arrive in two industrial

strength wood crates. Please take a moment to review

the unpacking procedure to ensure the safety of the

unpacker, as well as the printer.

Tools Required

• Phillips Head Screwdriver

• 3 mm Allen Wrench or Hex Key

1. Open the Base Unit Crate—Crate A

Unscrew the end panel to open the crate.

2. Release Supports

Carefully remove bracing, supports, and/or tie-downs that

are used to secure the product for shipping.

3. Remove Base Cart from Crate A

Roll the printer forward and out of the crate.

Use extreme caution when moving heavy machinery,

such as the 3DP Workbench printer.

4. Remove the Lifting Beam from Crate A

The lifting beam is used for lifting the print bed portion of

the 3DP Workbench printer.

5. Remove the Filament Bar from Crate A

To be attached later in the assembly process.

6. Open the Print Bed Crate—Crate B

Unscrew and lift the top portion of the crate.

7. Release Supports

Carefully remove bracing, supports, and/or tie-downs that

are used to secure the product for shipping.

Rear view of printer

Filament bar bracket

Filament sensors

Filament bar base

Filament bar

8. Insert the Lifting Beam

Insert the lifting beam through the designated lifting beam

port located at the front and rear of the print bed.

9. Lift the Print Bed and Place on the Base

This step requires two people. Using extreme caution and

proper lifting techniques, lift the print bed unit and place

on the base unit.

Caution! The unit is heavy. Care must be taken to assure

safety of machinery and operators.

Avoid contact with actuators and motors on either side of

the print bed unit.

Position the print bed unit on the base unit. Place the

rear of the print bed toward the rear of the base unit. The

larger metal space on the bed surface denotes the rear of

the print bed. The location of the filament spools denotes

the rear of the cart. Leave ample work space toward the

front of the base unit.

10. Unfold and Position the Gantry

This step requires two people. Remove four bolts on

either side—total eight bolts—of the gantry unit. Keep the

bolts for re-engagement. With the bolts removed, rotate

the gantry to the upright position. Replace all bolts and

tighten to secure the gantry into position.

11. Install the Filament Bar

Unfold the filament bar to suspend the filament feed

above the print bed. Attach the base end of the filament

bar to the rear of the machine. Insert the bar through

the filament bar bracket. Slide the filament sensor into

position prior to inserting the bar into the filament bar

base. Tighten into position.

See Initial Installation instructions on page 7 for initial

setup guidelines.

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Installation of Driver & Software

Before Using the Printer

Safety First! This printer is intended for professional

use by an operator with at least basic knowledge of

electronics, mechanics, and computers in general. Use

by unqualified persons may be dangerous to user and/or

damaging to the printer. Printer damage due to mis-use is

not covered by the warranty. Follow all safety guidelines

within this manual.

Install Driver

Any Windows computer that will be connected to

the printer via USB needs the driver installed prior to

connecting. Launch Taurino-DriverSetup.zip provided

with the 3DP Workbench printer (on the SD card) and

follow the installation instructions. The Taurino Driver can

also be downloaded from the website at http://3dplatform.

com/resources/software-and-downloads/ or by clicking the

link below.

Download Taurino-DriverSetup.zip

Alternative Open Source

Repetier Host is free, open source software used to

operate your 3D printer–with controls for temperature,

speed, flow, and movement. The program prepares

the objects that you want to print, and allows you

to duplicate, rotate, scale, and arrange them on the

print bed. It also includes an interface with Slic3r

for easy object manipulation and quality control for

printing. When downloading Repetier Host, Slic3r is

downloaded automatically. Slic3r processes an .stl file

(stereolithography file format), cutting the model into

horizontal slices–called layers–generating tool paths to

fill them and calculating the amount of material that will

be extruded.

Simplify3d

Simplify3D software contains everything you need to

begin making parts on your new 3D printer. Import and

manipulate geometry, repair models, generate G-Code

instructions, verify tool paths, manually control your

machine, and print parts all from the same program! This

is an easy-to-use and highly effective alternative to other

open source programs.

Install Software

The 3DP Workbench printer utilizes open source controls,

allowing users to work with the software that they are

most comfortable with. 3D Platform recommends the

use of Simplify3D software. The links below provide

easy access to this software program, as well as the

configuration files that can be imported for ease of setup.

Visit the software's website for installation and usage

instructions.

www.simplify3d.com

3DP Workbench-Simplify3D-Configuration.zip

Work Environment

Extreme heat, humidity, blowing vents, and/or fans can

adversely affect the print quality of the 3DP Workbench

printer. The printer should be located in a controlled

temperature environment with an ambient operating

temperature in the range of 15°C- 32°C (60°F - 90°F).

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Match each plug with the

corresponding plug on the

control unit. See diagram

below for reference.

3. Plug in Attachments

a) Plug in the thermistor

located toward the rear

of the machine.

b) Plug in the bed heat

indicator light located on

the filament bar.

c) Plug in the filament sensor

located on the filament

bar.

4. Attach Wiring to the Base Unit

Locate the power outlet location toward the right, rear

side of the base unit.

Plug in the cord from the print bed unit into the cart.

Locate the power cord—stored within the storage

drawers of the 3DP Workbench—and attach to the cart

unit.

Plug the power cord into the power outlet.

Important! Follow the initial actuator alignment

process PRIOR to powering the machine.

6. Verify Emergency Stops—E-Stops

Verify the E-Stops, on the front and rear of the machine.

Make sure they are in the pulled-out position.

5. Powering the Machine

Power the machine after the alignment of the actuators

has been confirmed with the Initial Actuator Alignment

Process.

a) Turn the switch, located on the power outlet on the

base unit to the on position.

b) Press the green power button on the control unit.

Note: To completely power-down and eliminate the draw of electrical

current, the power switch on the cart must be switched to the off position.

Initial Actuator Alignment

Prior to powering up the machine, move the X axis to the

end of the build area, as shown. Gently push both sides

simultaneously so the actuators move smoothly until

they reach the end. This will eliminate any racking1or

misalignment.

Wiring Connections & Setup

1. Locate the Control Unit

The control unit is stored within the storage drawers for

initial shipment. Unpack the unit and place it on the front

work area of the base unit.

2. Attach Wiring to the Control Unit

Route the Cart Cord (attached to the base unit) through

the designated wiring pass-through in the front of the

print bed unit.

Initial alignment of

the actuators must

be completed prior

to powering up!

Initial Printer Setup

Example of Racking

To Be Avoided

1Note: Racking of linear motion actuators can cause serious damage or

breakage to mechanical hardware and/or brackets on the 3DP

Workbench printer.

Thermistor connection

Machine power

Bed power

Machine ON / OFF

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Initial Printer Setup

USB Connection

Locate the USB cord on the front of the printer. Plug the

USB cord into your computer.

Note: It is recommended to install the driver and 3D printing software

PRIOR to connecting the printer to your computer.

Launch your 3D printing software and connect to the 3DP

Workbench printer. You may need to 'Refresh Ports' in

order for your computer to initially find the printer.

Sensor Verification

The 3DP Workbench printer has three position sensors–

one for the X axis, one for the Y axis, and one for the

Z axis. These sensors prevent the extruder and/or the

actuators from traveling beyond the designated print

area which can cause serious damage or breakage to the

extruder, glass, and/or the mechanical hardware on the

printer.

Important: Each 3DP Workbench printer is tested and

calibrated prior to shipping, but it is important to verify

the functionality of the sensors in case of damage or

movement during the shipping process.

• Hold a piece of metal–such as a coin–under each

sensor location. The red light indicates the sensor is

operational.

• Contact 3D Platform if sensors are non-operational.

Do not attempt to operate printer.

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Powering up

1. Turn on the power switch located on the base unit.

2. Press the green power button on the control unit.

The power outlet on the base unit is located toward the

right, rear side. The control unit is located on the work

area toward the front of the printer.

In case of emergency, press one of the Emergency Stop

buttons (located on the front and rear of the machine).

1. Connect a PC that is running Simplify3D (or other host

program of customer’s choice).

2. Locate each of the end stop sensors on the machine,

3. Verify that the machine is not in the home position.

This means that none of the end stop sensors should

be triggered.

4. From the communication area of the 3D printer host

program that the customer has chosen to use type

“M119”.

– Verify that the response displayed after the M119

command shows that each of the end stop sensors

(X,Y,Z) display “Open”.

5. Cover the sensing area (marked by a target on the

sensor) with a piece of metal. This will ‘activate’ the

sensor.

6. From the communication area of the 3D printer host

program that the customer has chosen to use type

“M119”.

– Verify that the response displayed after the M119

command shows that the sensor that the customer

has covered now displays “Open and Active”.

7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the other two end stop

sensors.

The LED on the sensor itself will only show that the

sensor has power. It does not show whether a signal is

being sent or not.

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