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User’s Manual

8000/9000

R e c o a t e r S y s t e m

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Resin Containers

Before adding a new container, make sure that the container slot is empty. If a container is present,
refer to the previous section, “

Resin Container Removal

,” before continuing.

While wearing protective clothing, disposable nitrile gloves, and goggles, perform the following
steps:

Summary of Contents for iPro 8000 SLA Center

Page 1: ...0 SLA Center Copyright 2017 by 3D Systems Corporation All rights reserved SLA and the 3D logo are registered trademarks of 3D Systems Inc and 3D Sprint 3DPrint 3DManage Lightyear ProCure Viper iPro and Zephyr are trademarks of 3D Systems Inc 40 D043 Rev C ...

Page 2: ...A System s Features RDM Other Useful Documents General Safety Laser Safety Chemical Safety Environmental Conditions Operations Software Overview View Port and View Object Menu Bar Tool Bar Manual Operations Scanner History Machine Window Build Window Mechanical Process Troubleshooting Customer Support Service Maintenance System Block Diagram Electronic Chassis Diagram Legal Notices Glossary Specif...

Page 3: ...AE Layer thickness can range see the specifications for details A laser beam solidifies the layer of resin The vertical elevator system lowers the newly formed slice beneath the surface of the resin at a distance determined prior to part building A recoating system ensures consistent layer thickness Layers build up until all the data for the model is processed Then the part is drained and removed ...

Page 4: ...hardware software and methodology The difference is the size and the options associated with size The iPro 9000 doubles the build zone of the iPro 8000 by allowing for 2 RDMs or an extra large RDM With the greater size parts can be created in two separate RDMs simultaneously regardless of multiple part designs or resin materials The iPro 9000 can also be used with a combined RDM to produce parts u...

Page 5: ...over previous SL models Many Other Useful Documents In Other Useful Documents you ll find a listing of many other documents that may be helpful to you as you use the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center such as iPro 8000 9000 SLA Client Online Help the Facility Requirements Guide and Material Safety Data Sheets Operations Operations describes your new iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center Pictures of the iPro 8000 9000 ...

Page 6: ...ons describe precautions that you should take when using your new iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center Service and Troubleshooting In Troubleshooting and Service you will find the troubleshooting guide and other basic information concerning service and maintenance for your iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center Glossary The Glossary defines terms that describe the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center and its operations After the gl...

Page 7: ...ials In addition you can warm up an RDM offline enabling you to swap one resin delivery module for another that is ready to use Gloves however may be required to detach the Zephyr recoater blade This new handling method ensures that all parts that come into contact with resin under normal operation are a part of the active RDM The RDM is a vital system component It is the mobile container that sto...

Page 8: ...50 x 750 x 50 mm 25 6 x 29 5 x 1 97 in 95 liters 25 1 U S gal RDM 750H 650 x 750 x 275 mm 25 6 x 29 5 x 10 8 in 272 liters 71 86 U S gal RDM 750F 650 x 750 x 550 mm 25 6 x 29 5 x 21 65 in 414 liters 109 3 U S gal RDM iPro 9000 XL 1500 x 750 x 550 mm 59 x 29 5 x 21 7 in 935 liters 247 U S gal The iPro 9000 XL builds large single piece parts up to 60 inches long with all of the performance attribute...

Page 9: ...ild Mode In this mode the RDM is online and connects to the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center for power and I O for full interoperability The iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center monitors and controls the resin temperature while connected with the active RDM When the RDM is online it can pump and recirculate resin F e a t u r e s Intelligent Resin Container Each container in the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center holds an el...

Page 10: ...build zones Build Zone A and Build Zone B Each zone is independently capable of supporting its own active resin delivery module and motion axis control enabling controlled builds in both zones simultaneously with each build using different resins if desired Extra Large Resin Delivery Module The iPro 9000 SLA Center can operate so that two build zones combine into a single larger build zone to crea...

Page 11: ...nsor calibrates the position of the blade so that the blade moves perfectly parallel to the resin surface enabling the build to be accurate and precise The recoating system uses the motion axes that are connected to the blade enabling the system to self calibrate and permitting a customized setting of the blade gap or distance from the blade s bottom to the resin surface for different resins The i...

Page 12: ... Center software then select Help Help Topics in the software window or the 3DPrint Preview window to launch iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center client online help The online Help provides detailed instructions on how to use the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center software to set up run and manage print jobs iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center Facility Requirements Guide To see what preparation you must do at your site prior t...

Page 13: ...00 SLA Center Material Safety Data Sheets MSDSs Make sure that everyone in your facility who handles iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center materials reads these MSDSs and follows the safety guidelines in them Every resin shipment includes MSDS paper copies You can also find an electronic copy of MSDSs on our Web site Material Datasheets ...

Page 14: ... Shock UV Radiation Irritant Always follow the safety procedures Do not in any way risk injury by working dangerously Safety is a part of work and not an obstacle to it Machine damage part damage and or data loss can result if you ignore this type of hazard message Injury or death from electric shock can result if you ignore this type of hazard message Eye injury or blindness can result if you ign...

Page 15: ...ile a part job is running Do not use any material without first reviewing its Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS Dress power and communication cables at the back of the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center to prevent tripping Do not attempt to access service or adjust the internal components Do not attempt to perform any maintenance procedures unless you have been specifically trained to do so Operators are tra...

Page 16: ...ng operation To prevent potential skin irritation and sensitization due to contact with waste material follow all guidelines in the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center Material Handling Safety and Material Disposal Safety To prevent pinch and crush injuries to the hand use caution when replacing the platform inside the build chamber The platform carriage will not move when the chamber door is open ...

Page 17: ...fety precautions Under normal operation conditions the laser beam is completely confined The viewing windows in the Process Module block the UV laser radiation from exposure outside of the build area s Radiation Operating the equipment or performing procedures other than those specified within this guide may result in exposure to hazardous invisible laser radiation Radiation Never stare directly i...

Page 18: ...s IV device Eye damage can occur by looking directly into the beam or by viewing any type of beam reflection Radiation Interlocks are to be defeated only by trained personnel when needed during service procedures Control Switches The locations of control switches are described in the Operations Master and Emergency power shut off switches are located as described in the following paragraphs Master...

Page 19: ...They are bright red with a yellow background Pressing either switch cuts off all electrical power to the system including the laser See Safety Labels Caution This method of power shut off is not recommended and should be used only in an Emergency situation To restart the system after an emergency shut off Rotate the Emergency OFF button clockwise to reset it then press the System Enable Control Pa...

Page 20: ... module and RDM On the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center labels are affixed on the frame behind the RDM door and near the aperture at the top of the process chamber These labels conform to the requirements for Class IIIb and Class IV lasers Refer to Safety Labels for their location Safety interlock switches protect the user from possible UV laser radiation exposure when certain doors or panels are opened ...

Page 21: ...hed at the places shown An interlock is located close to each label Interlocks The machine bypass key Note when this key is in bypass mode the safety interlock switches are not active Safety Label in frame behind the door Safety Label Safety Label Bypass Key Safety Label in frame behind the door Safety Label Safety Label Bypass Key ...

Page 22: ...nt gloves whenever handling resins or partially cured parts Recommended gloves are 100 Nitrile Do NOT wear latex gloves Always work in a well ventilated area when using resins Avoid breathing vapors Always wash skin thoroughly with abrasive soap and COLD water after working with resins DO NOT USE HOT WATER OR SOLVENTS to wash hands as it will result in absorption through the skin Use extreme care ...

Page 23: ...lid securely fastened Pouring resin back into the original containers is acceptable but be sure to leave several inches of air above the resin in the sealed container This will leave room for expansion and also inhibits spontaneous polymerization for some resins Always label resin by type and usage history Never mix different resins Do not dump used resin down any drains Follow disposal rules esta...

Page 24: ...ht until skin and clothing have been cleaned of resin Refer to the MSDS before using any chemicals Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause sensitization Vapor may be harmful First Aid and Protective Equipment Skin Contact The following paragraphs provide general first aid procedures and recommendations for protective equipment to minimize the risks from resin exposure If professional medical ...

Page 25: ...in immediate medical attention Eye wash facilities and a first aid kit should be readily available and close to the resin If resin splashes into the eye when contact lenses are worn flush the eye with water immediately Verify that flushing has removed the contact lens from the eye Protect eyes from light and obtain immediate medical attention Discard contact lenses that come into contact with liqu...

Page 26: ...00 SLA Center can operate correctly up to an altitude of 1000m above mean sea level To allow optimum systems operation and optimum part quality the temperature of the iPro 8000 9000 SLA System s room or other location should remain stable The working range is 23 C 3 C 73 F 5 F Any temperature fluctuation greater than 3 C may adversely affect parts built on the system The air conditioning system sh...

Page 27: ...dule relays the drawing into information that will enable a build System Status Lights System Status Lights indicate whether the build is occurring and whether the machine is on or off and what stage of the build is in process IPM Electrical Cabinet Build Zone User Interface System Status Lights IPM Electrical Cabinet Build Zone B Build Zone A User Interface System Status Lights ...

Page 28: ... side of the iPro 9000 SLA Center as you face the Machine and is utilized for building with a dual or extra large machine configuration Electrical Cabinet The electrical cabinet contains all the electrical equipment that the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center requires For the 9000 the location of the cabinet varies based on machine configuration The cabinet can be located within the build zone B area for s...

Page 29: ...s on System Secure This indicator illuminates when the system is secure Keyboard The keyboard located below the monitor enables you to enter commands Emergency Stop This switch located in the center of the user interface immediately disables all hazardous machine functions or renders them safe After being pressed it remains in the closed state until it is manually returned to the open state Bypass...

Page 30: ...rs after the emergency stop switch returns to the open state Bypass key If this key is in bypass mode the safety interlock switches are not active Monitor rear The power and adjustments for the monitor are located on the back side of the monitor To increase the life and quality of the monitor turn the power off when not in use Note The chamber lights can be repositioned to view specific areas as n...

Page 31: ...5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 O p e r a t i o n s Resin Delivery Module RDM Refill Container 1 Refill Container 2 Blade Rest Leveling Container I O Connector RDM Heater Power Switch Gross Fill Circulation Pump Leveling Pump Valve Assembly ...

Page 32: ...Under normal operations this container is not to be removed Valve Assembly These valves control the resin flow from the refill containers and recirculate resin Leveling Pump The leveling pump controls the resin height in the RDM by moving resin to or from the leveling container RDM Heater Power Switch This switch enables warm up of the RDM whether in the system or offline I O Connector This connec...

Page 33: ...000 O p e r a t i o n s Electrical Cabinet Main Power Disconnect The disconnect enables you to turn off all power to the system Do NOT position the equipment so that it is difficult to operate the disconnecting device Main Power Disconnect Electrical Cabinet Closed Door ...

Page 34: ... Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 O p e r a t i o n s Laser Power Supply The laser power supply enables the user to turn on and off the power Laser Power Supply Controller Power Distribution Electrical Cabinet Open Door ...

Page 35: ...0 9000 SLA Center Power Distribution This module distributes all the AC power that the systems need Circuits for the various subsystems are located in this module Laser Cooling System The laser cooling system maintains the optimum laser head temperature The air cooled units fans are located in close proximity to the laser head in the IPM ...

Page 36: ... Cart The manual offload cart is available as an option when you purchase an iPro SLA Center You can easily remove a platform from the SLA Center with a large or heavy part on it This cart moves the platform and parts to the finishing area where supports are removed and the part is cleaned before it is cured ...

Page 37: ...le programs loaded on your computer For detailed information on the features of 3D SPRINT as well as user guides for part preparation you can access the full help document by clicking on the icon inside the 3D SPRINT software NOTE If you do not have 3D SPRINT loaded on your computer you can obtain a copy at http infocenter 3dsystems com product library ipro 8000 9000 software downloads NOTE Althou...

Page 38: ...M please consider upgrading your computer for the new 3D SprintTM software The next few pages describe the 3DPrintTM components their location in the software and their specific tasks Menu Bar Machine Window Build Window Parts List Menu Bar Machine Window Build Window Part Control Main Screen of the 3DPrintTM Software Build Bar Viewing Controls View Port View Object Tool Bar Viewing Controls View ...

Page 39: ...ss The build envelope is the maximum space for part building The build object is the part or parts that are being built The build object in the view port can be controlled in three ways Mouse Viewing Controls Mouse and Keyboard Mouse You can perform the following commands using the mouse To rotate View Port Right Mouse Button Drag To zoom View Port Click in the View Port then move the scroll wheel...

Page 40: ...nse clicking and holding gives you a continuous response To zoom in or out click on the square in the middle of the right side of the control To rotate click on the red outer circle on the viewing control s left side then click on the arrow that describes what rotation that you want To pan click on one of the pentagons on the right side of the viewing control then click on the direction in which y...

Page 41: ... C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 V i e w P o r t a n d V i e w O b j e c t Mouse and Keyboard To perform the following commands via mouse and keyboard Translate View Port Alt Right Mouse Drag Zoom View Port Shift Right Mouse Button Drag ...

Page 42: ...ld file prompts user to clear the current file if current file is not closed Close Closes the current build file Save Saves your applied changes to the build file Save As Saves your applied changes to the build file under a different name Print Prints the application window Print Preview n a Software Overview Preferences See Preferences Licensing See Licensing Exit Terminates the software ...

Page 43: ...000 M e n u B a r Preferences Preferences enables you to edit save load and reset defaults Edit Defaults Edits the 3DPrint XML file Save Defaults Writes out or saves the 3DPrint XML file Load Defaults Loads the 3DPrint XML file Reset Defaults Resets the 3DPrint XML file ...

Page 44: ... s Manual 8000 9000 M e n u B a r Licensing Load License For initial software run only enables user to load license and activate application user must load license to use application Get Host ID Obtains ID of the computer user and places it in a text file ...

Page 45: ...www 3dsystems com 45 40 D043 Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 M e n u B a r Edit The Edit menu enables you to Cut Copy Paste Undo and Redo ...

Page 46: ... Display The Display menu enables you to choose Build Volume Build Plane or Build Layer Build Volume Toggles the display of the build volume Build Plane Shows the z height status of the part build during a build Build Layer Displays image of the layer currently being built during a build ...

Page 47: ...www 3dsystems com 47 40 D043 Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 M e n u B a r View The View menu currently has no function ...

Page 48: ...nual operations window see Manual Operations Scanner Opens the scanner operations window see Scanner ReLoad DSP Machine will re initialize all hardware and communications without requiring a computer restart Build Time Estimator Allows the user to create an estimated build time from a build file bff This is disabled during the build cycle ReConnect RDM Allows the user to re establish communication...

Page 49: ...ou to reset panels restore default panels save panels and Auto Save Panels Reset Panels Goes back to the panel that was saved Default Panels Goes back to the factory setting Save Panels Saves current panel setting Auto Save Panels When this box is checked panel settings are automatically saved at the application s exit ...

Page 50: ...www 3dsystems com 50 40 D043 Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 M e n u B a r Help The Help menu gives you information about the 3DPrint software release ...

Page 51: ...e Pauses the build Stop Clicking this button prompts for confirmation to stop when okay is selected the machine will stop at the end of the current function drawing or recoating Restart Enables the build to continue from where it was stopped Preview Enables a display of the build on the screen Manual Opens the manual operations window see Manual Operations Scanner Opens the scanner operations wind...

Page 52: ... C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 M a n u a l O p e r a t i o n s Manual Operations Manual Operations explained in more detail on the following pages enables the user to make manual adjustments regarding the elevator recoater and leveler ...

Page 53: ...n s Damage When Enable Crash Protection is turned off the motion systems can collide and cause physical damage to parts of the system Use extreme caution when moving motion axes if Enable Crash Protection is unchecked Damage caused by this type of collision is not covered under the 3D Systems warranty ...

Page 54: ...it The software tells you to home the recoater prior to moving the elevator Position Shows the current position of the elevator relative to the home position The following buttons perform the actions to alter the position Stop Stops all motion during the move To Move the Elevator specify Distance and Velocity UP DOWN Moves the elevator up down by placing the cursor over the intended direction and ...

Page 55: ...ative zero position of the elevator Velocity Specifies the elevator speed in inches or millimeters per second during manual motion it does not affect motion during the move Stir System will move elevator up and down in a stirring motion To achieve this using the move button position the elevator to the upper most stir position enter the down Distance of the area to stir enter the Minutes for the a...

Page 56: ...osition the field below the button displays the selected value for the Set Start position Offload Moves the elevator to its Offload position as defined by the position Set Offload Saves the elevator s current location as the Offload position the field below the button displays the selected value for the Set Offload position AutoDrain Moves the elevator to its AutoDrain position as defined by the p...

Page 57: ... back specify Distance and Velocity Position Shows the current position of the elevator relative to the home position The following buttons perform the actions to alter the position Stop Stops all motion during the move FORWARD BACK Moves the Recoater forward back by placing the cursor over the intended direction and pressing and holding the left mouse button until the intended recoater placement ...

Page 58: ...coater speed in inches or millimeters per second during manual motion it does not affect motion during the move End Moves the recoater to its rear limit Remove Bubbles Runs a pre defined operation to remove bubbles on the resin surface Calibrate Recoater Runs a pre defined operation to calibrate the recoater system Vacuum Check Box that allows the user to turn on off the ZephyrTM recoater s vacuum...

Page 59: ...justs the resin level to the build start height by using only the leveling bottle and pump Recirculate When machine is idle recirculate resin in the RDM clicking Recirculate starts resin recirculation and changes the button to Stop Recirculate Clicking Stop Recirculate stops the recirculation To Move the resin level by a set distance specify the Turns and Velocity Note If the course level has not ...

Page 60: ...tances such as after a high volume build UP DOWN Adjusts the resin level in the RDM by pumping resin into and out of the leveling container To accomplish this place the cursor over the intended direction Press and hold the left mouse button until the desired level is achieved Status Indicator Notifies user if the machine leveling systems are in range and functioning correctly Green All good Yellow...

Page 61: ...m 61 40 D043 Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 S c a n n e r Scanner Scanner explained in more detail on the following pages enables the user to make manual adjustments regarding the Laser Scanner and Sensors ...

Page 62: ...e Spot Sets IPM to the large spot focus position Set Laser Power Sets Laser Power in milliwatts mW to the value that is in the power field if achievable Get Power at RDM Directs beam to the Full Area Detector FAD and determines the power in milliwatts as measured by the FAD Recalculate Power Coeff Adjusts the power calibration for the decline of laser power over time This option is available here ...

Page 63: ...s the beam to the center of the build chamber X Shows current X coordinate of the beam Y Shows current Y coordinate of the beam Set Home Selects current X and Y coordinates as home position Moves beam in the positive Y direction Moves beam in the negative X direction Moves beam in the positive X direction Moves beam in the negative Y direction ...

Page 64: ...he beam faster use a larger value for finer movement use a smaller value Note Moving the beam to reach the scanner limit will result in a fatal error This will require the system to be restarted Note When using the arrows to move the scanners it can position the beam within the build chamber area causing resin to cure If left long enough there is a potential for the resin to burn ...

Page 65: ...001 in 1 Moves beam to 1 mil pin hole on Sensor 2 2 Moves beam to 2 mil pin hole on Sensor 2 4 Moves beam to 4 mil pin hole on Sensor 2 Sensor 1 Sensor 1 settings are the same as sensor 2 Note Sensor 1 is not used in a single or dual RDM hardware configuration therefore the default values may not be defined Sensor 2 is utilized for all hardware configurations ...

Page 66: ... X Width Shows the beam width in mils in the X direction Y Width Shows the beam width in mils in the Y direction Peak Sum Ratio Indicates how well the beam is focused the higher the value the better the focus Max ADC Shows the maximum intensity of the beam Save Pinhole Saves the X and Y locations as the pre defined location of the pin hole that is indicated in the list box to the right You can cha...

Page 67: ...anual 8000 9000 H i s t o r y History Build Log Window History displays information about previous builds Clicking on History brings up the Build Log window which contains the information about the last build If build is in progress Open and Last are disabled ...

Page 68: ...9000 H i s t o r y Open Build Log Window Clicking Open displays the list of all previous builds Selecting a file or build displays the information on that particular build Clicking Last displays the information of the last build Clicking Done closes the Build Log window ...

Page 69: ... current air temperature Level Shows the current resin level Power Shows the maximum available laser power Laser Displays if the laser is on or off LW Hrs Displays the number of warrantee hours the laser has run Shutter Displays status of the laser safety shutter open closed Note These windows are not updated during a build If the laser is turned on or the shutter is opened by the build process th...

Page 70: ...heating Laser Max Allows the user to slow the system down by lowering the maximum power level to be used by the system Geo File Displays the current IPM calibration file Laser Off Timer Allows the user to set the laser to power off after a set number of minutes and the completion of a build Note For dual RDM or XL configurations only the left side A side valve will be used PHD Distance Allows the ...

Page 71: ...Drawing Draws or solidifies the polymer to create the part during the build Drift Performs the drift correction during the Drawing see previous entry Leveling Checks and resets if necessary the resin level to the appropriate build level Sensor Log Writes the sensor information into a file Build Log Writes the build information into a file Abort Build On Profiled Beam Width Error Allows the build t...

Page 72: ...rs of your build The default value for these settings is 1 0000 X Sets the X coordinate Y Sets the Y coordinate Z Sets the Z coordinate Note Build Scale Factors and Machine Scale Factors are added together to achieve the final build scale Example Build Scale Machine Scale Build Result x 1 001 x 1 001 x 1 002 y 1 001 y 1 001 y 1 002 z 1 000 z 1 001 z 1 000 ...

Page 73: ...on the build as it progresses The End of Build Current Build and Start of Build fields show data at various stages of the build Build Name Shows the name of the build file e g cube SmartForm Displays the SmartForm used to create the build Action Shows the current operation of the build in progress Build Status Dropdown End Build Value Current Status Start Build Value ...

Page 74: ...ild Duration With 0 00 as the start and the projected time of completion as the end shows the time that has elapsed at the current build Time In real time this clock shows the time that the build started the current time and the projected time at the end of the build Note The format of the values in the right hand column will change depending on the dropdown selected The Build Status dropdown enab...

Page 75: ...will not start End Z Enables the user to choose the Z location of the build file where the build will end if the End Z value entered is less than the minimum Z extent the build will not start AutoDrain Checking this box causes the elevator to move the part to the drain position which is out of the resin when the build is complete when the box is unchecked the part stays where it is submersed in re...

Page 76: ... i n d o w Offset Build Offset enables you to shift the location in the X and Y direction of the build on the platform This is used to center the calibration on the platform NOTE If used to position the build the SmartSweep parameters do not get updated and the build is likely to fail ...

Page 77: ...e Build Scale enables you to scale the current build in the X Y and Z direction Note Build Scale Factors and Machine Scale Factors are added together to achieve the final build scale Example Build Scale Machine Scale Build Result x 1 001 x 1 001 x 1 002 y 1 001 y 1 001 y 1 002 z 1 000 z 1 001 z 1 000 ...

Page 78: ...e delay in seconds between the elevator dip and the leveling operations Z Wait Displays the time delay in seconds between the recoating and the drawing operations Sweeps Displays the number of recoater blade sweeps per layer during the recoating process Sweep Displays the percent blade gap Velocity Displays the velocity of the sweeping motion in units inch mm defined by the bff file Disable Smart ...

Page 79: ...s Manual 8000 9000 B u i l d W i n d o w Modify This function opens another window This allows the user to select a recoating range and modify the values Note To change this parameter during the build stop the build update the setting and restart the build ...

Page 80: ...www 3dsystems com 80 40 D043 Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 B u i l d W i n d o w Draw Build Draw displays the most recent or current values for laser power and vector drawing speeds ...

Page 81: ...ives the contents of the build file Clicking on the CHOOSE COLUMNS button opens the Customization window to show the X Y Z extents and the volume of each stereolithography part Software Overview The Check box marked with a check indicates that the part listed is visible to the user The Highlighted Part Name indicates the part is selected ...

Page 82: ...the blade remains with the resin that it has been in contact with 1 Take the blade off the blade rest that is on the RDM 2 Place the blade onto the two locating pins 3 Secure blade with thumb screws To remove the recoater blade follow these steps 1 Loosen thumb screws 2 Remove blade from the two locating pins 3 Place blade onto the blade rest that is on the RDM Note During the build operation if t...

Page 83: ...tly installed and started the elevator main stage moves to the Build Start position Note The manual operation is an alternate method to move the platform to the build start position With this the user can also remove bubbles prior to starting a new build 1 Make sure that the elevator motion stage is at its offload position 2 Place the platform on two L shaped guides in the rear of the RDM 3 Push t...

Page 84: ... Module RDM Refill Containers The refill containers in the middle and left receptacle are connected to the refill pump Each bottle moves resin from the refill container into the RDM See Resin Delivery Module RDM Note Do NOT remove or replace the leveling container Platform Release After the build is complete select Drain Platform This function raises the elevator motion stage to the top and the lo...

Page 85: ...stallation Make sure that the elevator is at its lower limit and that the recoater module is in the rest position Assuming the RDM is outside the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center the following steps describe how to install it Caution Irritant Note Before installing the module note that the RDM is very heavy and may require more than one person to remove or install it While wearing protective clothing dis...

Page 86: ...k power cord and a gray cable bundle Plug the three pronged black power cord into the IEC receptacle on the RDM and place the connector into the keys Note that the keys must be aligned when installing the connector When properly placed the key on the RDM umbilical cord receptacle lines up with the keyway on the I O Connector RDM Umbilical Cord Receptacle I O Connector ...

Page 87: ...ion C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 R e c o a t e r S y s t e m 6 Plug in the power cord and turn on the switch 7 Close the RDM door RDM Heater Power Switch Note See the following page for the additional step necessary for the RDM650 ...

Page 88: ...e the limit sensor switch Please verify that this switch is on your machine before using the RDM650 When an RDM 650 is detected a message is displayed with the following instructions Note If the switch needed but not present CAUTION RDM650 detected Please set limit sensor switch to the 650m located in the rear left hand corner just below the Build Chamber E Stop Switch OK For all other RDMs the sw...

Page 89: ...Place the RDM lid into position 9 Take the RDM out of the machine and close the RDM door Recirculation During periods of non operation the RDM can recirculate resin to improve resin uniformity and life For more information see Recirculate 1 Open the RDM door 2 Exit the 3DPrint software this will ensure the valve position on the RDM is properly closed for removal 3 Turn off the switch and disconnec...

Page 90: ... system adds resin to the RDM from the resin container s placed within the refill slots slot 1 and 2 If the resin level is too low the auto resin refill system will display the message Resin Autofill in Progress and will add resin from one of the containers The build starts after resin is at the correct build level If the resin refill containers are empty the system will alert the user to replace ...

Page 91: ...w 3dsystems com 91 40 D043 Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 R e c o a t e r S y s t e m Release Lever Release Lever 3 Pull the RDM release lever located to the left of the resin bin toward you ...

Page 92: ...e Button 5 Lift out the resin container 6 Using a disposable paper towel wipe all resin from the container seal assembly 7 To remove the container carefully lift it from the container slot and if empty dispose of the container according to local regulations 4 Push the container release button located on the lower right corner of the resin bin ...

Page 93: ...ontainer Lifted Resin Containers Before adding a new container make sure that the container slot is empty If a container is present refer to the previous section Resin Container Removal before continuing While wearing protective clothing disposable nitrile gloves and goggles perform the following steps ...

Page 94: ...s in the RDM 4 Pull the release lever of the slot in which you wish to install the container 5 Insert the container into the supply container slot 6 Look at the status on the user interface 7 If the status is okay push the container until the RFID cap is fully seated 8 If the bottle is new puncture the vent otherwise go directly to Step 9 9 Close the RDM door firmly until it latches securely 10 Cl...

Page 95: ... so prevents damage from power flickers and surges 2 When the power is restored and stable switch the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center power ON at the cabinet If you do not plan on operating the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center on a regular basis and want to shut it down for an extended period of time shut down Windows and turn off the main disconnect See Electrical Cabinet Closed Door Error Symptoms contain pr...

Page 96: ...ure that they are tightly connected and that the electrical outlet is working Verify that the unit power switches are ON Check the contrast and brightness on the monitor Entire system does not power up Emergency stop switch chamber or control panels are depressed Main power plug is not engaged No power is coming from the wall The iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center circuit breaker is tripped Reset switch an...

Page 97: ...he laser Read error shown on laser power supply See Customer Support Hotline on page 99 Satisfy all safety interlocks or the laser will not operate If interlocks cannot be satisfied see Customer Support Hotline on page 99 Elevator leveler or sweeper does not move Loose cables Door or resin delivery module panel interlock not engaged Blown fuse Bad circuit board or motor driver Secure all connectio...

Page 98: ...enter located on the rear panel A brief description of the problem including the exact error message When the problem occurred for example when you submitted a job during the beginning or the end of a build or after power off recovery Customer Support Hotline Please contact your Customer Support Hotline at one of the following numbers In North America call 1 800 793 3669 In Asia and the Pacific Ri...

Page 99: ...ada call 800 793 3669 In Europe call 49 6151 357357 You can also contact your local 3D Systems representative For material safety data sheets and other technical support information go to this 3D Systems Web site address http www 3dsystems com techsupport index asp Laser UV Radiation SLA Center laser service procedures must be performed only by 3D Systems certified service technicians Attempts by ...

Page 100: ... by the Center for Devices and Radiological Health CDRH In normal operation the laser beam is completely confined and the viewing windows in the Process Module block the UV laser radiation However if the laser cover doors or windows are removed for any reason the unit becomes a dangerous Class IV laser device Direct or reflected laser power from a Class IV laser device can cause eye damage See Las...

Page 101: ...nter Panels must be removed only by a qualified 3D Systems Customer Support Representative iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center Cleaning and Decontamination Clean the iPro 8000 9000 s inner and outer surfaces and windows periodically as described in the following paragraphs iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center Surfaces Clean the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center s outer surfaces as needed following the following guidelines Dus...

Page 102: ...ife the user should remove as much debris as possible either continuously or periodically Gel should be kept apart from neighboring gel to avoid viscosity increase Gel continually forms both in the bulk of the RDM and around debris that has settled to the bottom of the RDM Gel may cluster into larger masses may gradually increase in molecular weight because of chain growth and may or may not settl...

Page 103: ...eated more than once each month if the user desires This process involves a tray that has two filters As the tray is lifted the fluid goes through the filter and the debris are removed Gel must be kept apart from its neighboring gel which requires continuous resin movement in the RDM When installed in the RDM the resin should circulate when not building When offline the material does not circulate...

Page 104: ...www 3dsystems com 104 40 D043 Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 S y s t e m B l o c k D i a g r a m System Block Diagram single build area ...

Page 105: ...www 3dsystems com 105 40 D043 Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 E l e c t r o n i c C h a s s i s D i a g r a m Electronic Chassis Diagram ...

Page 106: ...e document may be sold or given to any person or other entity 3D Systems may but shall not be obligated to make improvements to this document from time to time However the Licensed User acknowledges that at any time after the expiration of the date of issuance 3D Systems may institute a periodic charge or fee payable by the Licensed User in return for ongoing receipt of improvements It is the resp...

Page 107: ... the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the inte...

Page 108: ... An electronic device which diffracts laser light to interrupt the laser beam as an on off switch Analog to Digital Conversion ADC Converts an analog signal to a digital signal Beam profile A pattern of circles or numbers representing the spatial distribution of laser beam power This power distribution automatically calculates drawing speeds to determine whether the laser should be adjusted or rep...

Page 109: ...int Control Software Controller software which controls the building of stereolithography parts on an SLA Center Build style A template file that defines slicing and part building parameters Bullet The characteristic shape of the solid plastic created by a stationary laser beam on the surface of photocurable resin CAD Computer Aided Design The process of designing products by interaction with a co...

Page 110: ...eraction with a computer Computer Aided Design is a subset of CAE CAM Computer Aided Manufacturing Managing and directing manufacturing operations with the assistance of computers CDRH Center for Devices and Radiological Health CFR Code of Federal Regulations Chamber temperature The controlled temperature in the process chamber Control computer The controller mounted in the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Cent...

Page 111: ...characteristics Curl A characteristic type of part deformation Draining Enabling resin to drip from the finished part into the RDM when the elevator is at its top position Drawing speed The speed at which the laser traces over the surface of the resin to form solid plastic lines and surfaces The laser drawing speed varies depending on the depth of solidification requested laser beam power and dist...

Page 112: ...mprise the horizontal surfaces skins of stereolithographic parts Green part A stereolithographic part prior to UV post curing but after laser curing in the resin delivery module Hatch A vector that is drawn between layer borders and comprises the interior of the part Hatch spacing A parameter that specifies the perpendicular distance between adjacent hatch vectors IPM Image Projection Module Direc...

Page 113: ...tal section of laser solidified resin Layer thickness The depth of a solidified layer of resin as requested by the user Leveling The process whereby the surface of the resin is adjusted to the correct distance from the dynamic mirrors Line A line of cured plastic generated by overlapping bullets See also vector Linewidth The horizontal width of a laser cured resin line Monomer A low molecular weig...

Page 114: ...es and safe handling guidelines NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Photoinitiator A chemical in photopolymers that reacts with photons and catalyzes the polymerization process Photopolymer A chemical substance composed of photoinitiators and monomers that polymerizes when exposed to light energy Photopolymerization The process whereby light energy converts monomers into a ...

Page 115: ...he molecular size of the polymer helps to determine the mechanical properties of the plastic material Polymerization The process of linking small molecules monomers into larger molecules polymers comprised of many monomer units Post Curing Apparatus PCA and ProCure equipment A device which generates ultraviolet energy used to cure green stereolithographic parts Post process The process of cleaning...

Page 116: ...aphic process Recoater assembly The assembly of an SLA Center that either applies resin to or removes excess resin from the part as the recoater blade moves across the RDM Recoater blade The part of the recoater assembly that contacts the resin Resin Another name for the photopolymer chemical used in stereolithography Resin Delivery Module RDM The metal container inside the process chamber in the ...

Page 117: ...r interface Scan speed See Draw speed Sensitization An allergic response to a chemical stimulus such as resin generally resulting from repeated skin contact Skin skin fill See Fill vectors SLA Center See Stereolithography apparatus Stereolithography apparatus The equipment used to produce stereolithographic parts Slice resolution A slice parameter that specifies the number of slice units assigned ...

Page 118: ... of photocurable resin Stereolithography file STL The tessellated triangulated CAD input file Supports Structures designed on the CAD system or by 3DManage File Preparation Software to support a part above the elevator platform provide a rigid foundation on which the object may be built and attach and support layer sections Sweep A pass of the recoater blade from the front of the resin delivery mo...

Page 119: ...e mass of the part Triangle normals are used to differentiate between inside and outside surfaces of a solid Ultraviolet UV Electromagnetic radiation having a wavelength shorter than visible light i e below 390 nanometers Vat On older SLA Centers the metal container inside the process chamber in the SLA Center that holds the resin in which the object is formed On the iPro 8000 9000 SLA Center this...

Page 120: ...wered personal computer with graphics capabilities running the 3D Lightyear File Preparation Software which creates the build files Zephyr Recoating System A recoater blade system that uses an internal vacuum cavity to deposit resin on the part improving trapped volume recoating effectiveness Z Stage See Elevator ...

Page 121: ... Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Specifications Technical Data For a complete iPro SLA Center datasheet that includes FEATURES APPLICATIONS BENEFITS and TECHNICAL DATA refer to SLA datasheets ...

Page 122: ...d zone B build view C changing resin circuit breaker circuit breaker Error circuits computer Controller cooling system laser D debris straining dip distance disconnect main power RDM Electric Cabinet drain E electrical cabinet elevator start elevator manual environmental conditions extra large resin delivery module F FAD power reading AC power ADC Altitude AOM build draw envelope history platform ...

Page 123: ...er leveler manual leveling containers M machine options scale settings status main power disconnect manual adjustments elevator leveler operations recoater manual offload cart maximum sweep distance mode stand by modify parameters monitor MSDSs O offline RDM warm up opening a file P parameters modify parts list pausing a build percent blade gap plane build position power distribution preview build...

Page 124: ...ity resin changing rotate view port S safety shutter scanner buttons operations toolbar window scanning system sensors single resin delivery module small spot stall recoater start elevator starting a build stopping a build straining debris sweep distance sweep velocity system requirements system secure system status lights T temperature toolbar tools for changing resin U user interface V vat view ...

Page 125: ...www 3dsystems com 125 40 D043 Revision C 5 May 17 User s Manual 8000 9000 I n d e x Z Zephyr recoater blade zoom view port zoom in or out ...

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