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Glossary
Term
Meaning
Bite valve
A flexible, rubber seal that regulates resin dispensing. Resin flows out
when the cartridge dispense arm squeezes the bite valve open.
Build platform–see also,
platform lock
The aluminum base provides a surface for prints to attach to.
Build platform carriage
The metal arm that the build platform slides onto.
Build platform jig
Stabilize the build platform for the secure removal of prints. Secure the
build platform jig to the edge of your work surface by tightening the jig
screw clamps underneath the work surface.
Build platform sensor
Each Form 3BL build platform has an RFID sticker. The printer senses the
RFID sticker to detect when the build platform is properly installed.
Cartridge dispense arm
Plastic hooks press against the bite valve to dispense resin out of the
resin cartridge into the resin tank.
Cartridge ID chip
An Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM)
chip programmed with the resin type is attached to each cartridge
skirt. This chip communicates to the printer via spring fingers on the
cartridge floor.
Cartridge spring fingers
Two electrical contacts comprise the spring fingers located on the
cartridge floor. The physical contact establishes an electrical connection
with the cartridge ID chip to detect the resin cartridge.
Cleaning mesh
A thin, flat printed part that binds loose resin and other debris together in
the resin tank for removal and disposal. Together with the tank tool it is
the only tool to clean the resin tank interior.
Cover
The printer lid, made of metal and a strong, orange-tinted material,
blocks exposure to the lasers and protects the resin from curing due to
ambient light.
Display assembly
The display assembly contains the touchscreen and the display
circuit board. A ribbon cable connects the display assembly to
the motherboard.
Display cable
A flat, flexible cable connects the display assembly to the motherboard.
Display PCB
This circuit board, separated from the main motherboard, controls
the touchscreen.
Drying tray
Place washed prints on the drying tray to drip dry.
Ethernet port
The Form 3BL can connect to a network via Ethernet. The port is
connected to the motherboard and can be accessed from the back of
the machine.
Fans
Two heating fans blow air across the heater into the resin tank. Cooling
fans pull warm air away from electronic components.
Flexible film
A durable, dual-layer film comprises the resin tank’s underside. Parts
print in the resin-filled gap between the flexible film and the build
platform. The print quality depends on the flexible film being clean and
clear of damage and debris.