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2.1.2 Terms and definitions
Pressure plate
The surface on which the 3D printer builds an object.
Printing foil
The blue film that covers the printing plate of the 3D
printer to ensure optimal adhesion of the object to the
printing plate.
Print volume
Three-dimensional perimetre that an object occupies
after completion. The maximum print volume of the 3D
printer is 140 x 140 x 140 mm.
Levelling buttons
Knobs under the pressure platform, which are used to
adjust the distance between nozzle and pressure
plate.
Extruder
Component that draws the filament from the spool,
melts it and then applies it to the printing plate through
a nozzle.
Nozzle
The nozzle is also called the "print head" and is located
at the bottom of the extruder where the heated filament
is pressed out.
Extruder fan
For cooling the outer parts of the extruder and gear
motor.
Filament supply
An opening located on the top of the extruder.
Filament guide tube
A black plastic part that guides the filament from the
filament container to the feeder.
Filament container
A box to accommodate the BRESSER filament.