3D Systems ProJet 2500, User Manual

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Temperature
To allow optimum systems operation and optimum part quality, the temperature of the ProJet 2500 3D printer system’s room or other
location should remain stable. The working range is 23°C +/- 9°C (73°F +/- 9°F). Any temperature fluctuation greater than 9°C (48.2 °
F)
may adversely affect parts built on the printer .
The air conditioning system should maintain a temperature change of less than 1°C (33 .8
°
F) per hour . The stereolithography room
should have a minimum cooling capacity of 1.4 kW. We recommend an HVAC system that changes the air two to five times per hour.
To avoid adversely affecting part quality, do not expose the ProJet 2500 3D printer system to direct air flow from the air conditioning
system .
Beyond the temperature range that is optimum for part quality, the 3D printer system is capable of operating safely without creating a
hazard between 5°C and 40°C (41
°
F and 104
°
F) .
Humidity and Altitude
The optimum humidity in the ProJet 2500 print chamber depends partly on the material selection, although humidity should always
be non-condensing and should not vary outside the range of 30-70% for optimum part quality with most materials . The 3D printer
system can operate at higher non-condensing humidity levels but may adversely affect part quality . Review your ProJet 2500 material
information, GHS/SDS, product datasheet, and product labeling, for specific information on recommended humidity levels. The ProJet
2500 can operate correctly up to an altitude of 3000m above mean sea level .
Sound Pressure
Overall sound pressure level for this equipment will not exceed <65 dBA .
SAFETY INTERLOCKS
Safety Interlock Switches
Safety interlock switches protect the user from possible LED UV radiation exposure when certain doors or panels are opened . Panels
with safety warning labels include safety interlocks that will cause the system to power down if the panel is removed .
Control Switches
The locations of control switches are described below . For information on the different areas of the printer see ProJet 2500 At a
Glance .
Door Interlocks
All doors have built-in interlock switches . When the printer is printing a part the top door will be locked to keep user safe from LED UV
radiation and the danger of moving parts . When a door is opened if the 3D printer system is running it will automatically shut down and
stop printing .
Keyed Bypass Switch
There is a keyed bypass switch located on the back of the 3D printer system . A technician can use this to run tests on the 3D printer
system with the doors open allowing to bypass the built-in door interlocks .
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