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Support equipment which includes,
but is not limited to:
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Part cleaning and finishing equipment - this may be a very simple system, or more complex, depending on your
needs and space. Minimally, two covered tubs are needed to accommodate ProX 950 platforms so the parts
may be washed and rinsed after building.
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Sink(s).
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Resin storage cabinet (fire resistant).
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Workbench —for processing parts and removing supports —“green” area and clean area with down-draft table for
sanding.
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Any desired post-processing equipment —to sand, join, paint booth, grind, polish, paint or plate SLA parts.
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Compressed air connection with pressure controller and fast closing connection for parts finishing, if desired.
Recommended safety equipment and supplies:
• Fire extinguishers.
• Smoke alarm in room.
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Eyewash stations.
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Protective clothing, including chemical-resistant nitrile gloves and lab coats with long sleeves.
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Safety eye glasses with side shields and UV coating.
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Hazardous waste cans for chemicals
Required equipment includes:
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Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) and any miscellaneous cables or cords - minimum rating of 5KVA for the ProX 950.
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SLA part post-processing equipment and supplies (see accompanying sidebar for a complete list).
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Safety equipment (see sidebar).
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One or more Windows XP Professional, Vista, or Windows 7-equipped workstations. At least one system must be
available at installation time to load this computer with 3D Systems’ 3DManage™ software. Ask your 3D Systems
representative about loading this software in advance of your installation appointment.
Optional equipment includes:
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Functioning network connection of a computer to the SLA system. If no network is available, ensure a computer is in
close proximity to the SLA system during your installation appointment.
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Web Cam —with the ProX 950 , a web cam may be installed to monitor the build status. Recommended Web Cam is
Panasonic KX-HCM280.
THIRD PARTY SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT
Third party supplies and equipment are purchased from parties other than 3D Systems™. These components are recommended
or required for full post-processing capability. These items should be found and delivered prior to the installation of your ProX
950. Your 3D Systems representative can offer guidance regarding optimal placement and location of this equipment.
For a partial list of providers for this equipment, refer to
Appendix C - Third Party Supplies and Equipment Sources
These supplies, accessories, and equipment provides SLA system owners with complete part-building, processing, and finishing
capability.
