FabLab FORMLABS FORM 2 User Manual Download

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OVERVIEW

PREFORM (SLICER)

Visit Formlabs.com/tools/preform to download the latest version of

PreForm. Open Preform to see the build volume, which is inverted

from the print orientation. Click through Preform tools to explore basic

functions for setting up our print.

Summary of Contents for FORMLABS FORM 2

Page 1: ...FORMLABS FORM 2 User guide ...

Page 2: ...4 Install resin tank with wiper 4 Lock Wiper 5 Insert Build Platform 6 Insert the resin tank 7 CONFIRM CONFIRM PRINT ON PRINTER 8 CHECKS PRE PRINT CHECKS 9 REMOVING 10 Remove the Build Platform 10 FORM WASH TO WASH YOUR SLA PRINT 11 Overview of Form wash 11 Steps to use the Form Wash 12 FINISH FINISH YOUR PRINT 13 Removing your print 13 Curing your print 14 ...

Page 3: ...1 COMPONENTS OF THE FORMLABS FORM 2 1 Cartridge 2 Cover 3 Build Platform 4 Resin Tank 5 Wiper 6 Touchscreen 7 Button 8 Leveling Tool ...

Page 4: ...t Formlabs com tools preform to download the latest version of PreForm Open Preform to see the build volume which is inverted from the print orientation Click through Preform tools to explore basic functions for setting up our print ...

Page 5: ...ith the Print Set Up bottom Most parts print better when supported at an angle For automatic set up use Preform tools to orient all generate all and layout all Preform will do these steps in sequence if you select One Click Print After that upload your file to the form 2 with the USB cable next to the printer ...

Page 6: ...EPARE CHANGE THE MATERIAL Install resin tank with wiper Remove the tank lid and align the for mall feet of the resin tank with the corresponding Holes in the tank carrier Push forward into place with force ...

Page 7: ...5 Lock Wiper Ensuring the wiper is straight align the foot of the wiper with the corresponding hole and push forward snapping it into place ...

Page 8: ...6 Insert Build Platform Align the build platform with the platform carrier and push it into place locking the handle down to secure ...

Page 9: ...orange plastic valve cover from the bottom of the cartridge Leave the rubber valve in place Align the cartridge with the opening in the back of the printer Push down until it sits securely Press open the vent cap so that your resin tank fills correctly ...

Page 10: ...8 CONFIRM CONFIRM PRINT ON PRINTER You will see your file uploading to the print queue on the printer s touchscreen Select the file name and confirm the print by pushing the button on the printer ...

Page 11: ...9 CHECKS PRE PRINT CHECKS Before printing the resin tank will fill and heat up to around 35 degrees Celsius Once the tank is full your print will automatically start ...

Page 12: ...latform When your print is finished wear gloves to remove the build platform Turn the platform over to prevent dripping while transferring to the finish stations Make sure to close the printer cover after removing the build platform ...

Page 15: ...nt Once dry attach the build platform to the jig and slide the removal tool under the base of your prints to release the part Use the removal tabs for easy entry points Make sure the build plate is free of any uncured resin before putting it away ...