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Term Meaning
Slider The slider is a metal surface that allows for smooth movement of the
LPU housing across the flexible film. The slider surrounds the glass
optical window. A clean slider protects the flexible film and preserves
print quality.
Solvent pump Fill and empty the rinse bucket.
Status light Two interior lights (vertical strips along the left and right walls) and an
illuminated logo (on the front panel) that pulse to indicate the printer is
active, a print has completed, or the printer has encountered an error.
Tank carrier The tank carrier holds the resin tank and tensions the flexible film.
Tank carrier rails The resin tank side walls sit on rails on each side of the tank carrier.
While printing, the tank carrier rails pull the tank walls and the flexible
film into tension.
Tank case Each resin tank includes a container and a lid for storing the resin tank
when not in use.
Tank handles Handles on each side of the resin tank allow for easy insertion, removal,
and carrying of the resin tank. Use the tank handles to avoid touching
the resin tank’s underside, as fingerprints leave smudges that obstruct
the optical path.
Tank spout A spout at the right of the resin tank sits underneath the cartridge
dispense hole and receives resin from the resin cartridge.
Tank tool A two-part scraper for inspecting and cleaning the resin tank interior.
Separate tool for scraper function or combine for tongs. Together with
the cleaning mesh, this is the only tool to clean the flexible film inside the
resin tank.
Touchscreen The LCD capacitive touch user interface displays print information,
settings, and error messages.
USB port The Form 3BL can connect to a computer via USB. The port is
connected to the motherboard and can be accessed from the back of
the machine.
Vent cap The lid at the top of the cartridge allows for air interchange, enabling
proper resin dispensing. Press the vent cap open prior to printing.
Wi-Fi antenna The Wi-Fi antenna enables the Form 3BL’s wireless connectivity.
X-axis ball screw The X-axis ball screw controls the horizontal motion of the LPU housing.
Z-axis lead screw The Z-axis lead screw controls the vertical motion of the build
platform carriage.
Z-tower This vertical tower at the back of the machine provides support for many
components of the Form 3BL. The build platform is raised and lowered
along the Z-axis, inside the Z-tower.