3D Corporation ProJet 5000, Manual

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Yes, upon removing the part from the printer you will need to remove the support material from VisiJet® parts. The parts finisher makes removing
bulk support material from VisiJet parts efficient and easy. Forced airflow and precision temperature control deliver faster, shorter, and more
predictable VisiJet part finishing times.
Are there any special facility requirements or operating systems necessary to install and operate the printer?
Refer to the ProJet™ 3-D Printers Facility Requirements Guide.
Can more than one user process files and build parts?
Multiple users can send files to the printer build queue, move, delete, and set build priorities in the build queue. Depending on the size of the print,
multiple files can be added onto the build platform in one build application.
Can prints be sanded, painted, dyed, and glued?
The parts can be sanded to remove imperfections or layer lines from the surface. After priming, the parts can be painted using any oil- or
water-based paint that is compatible with the primer, or you can dye VisiJet parts with candle-craft dyes. You can also use super glue to join parts
together.
What is Computer-aided design (CAD)?
Computer-aided design (CAD) is use of a wide range of computerbased tools that assist engineers, architects and other design professions in
their design activities. It is the main geometry authoring tool within the Product Lifecycle Management process and involves both software and
sometimes special-purpose hardware.
What is a .STL file?
A .stl file is a format used by Stereolithography software to generate information needed to produce 3D prints on Stereolithography machines. It is
a triangular representation of a 3-D object. The surface of the object is broken into a logical series of triangles. These triangles represent the
surface of the object.
How do I export an STL file from my 3-D CAD program?
Most CAD software offers STL conversion add-ins.
Are the build platforms reusable?
Yes the build platforms are reusable.
How many builds can one material bottle produce?
This depends on the size and the complexity of the part being built.
If material runs out before the print has completed the build process, does the build abort?
Yes the build will be aborted. Ensure that there is sufficeint amount of materials to complete the build.
When submitting a build, will the 3-d printing client software inform me if the amount of material is sufficient for
completing a build?
The client software will tell you how many bottles of material will it take to complete the build.
How do I order parts?
To order replacement parts you will need to contact . 3D Systems' Customer Support
16.2 Getting Help
This section provides quick access to operating, maintenance, troubleshooting, and contact information to 3D Systems Customer Support
Centers.
Material Safety Documentation
Contact 3D Systems Corporation
16.3 Part Material