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TRAK Machine Tools
Southwestern Industries, Inc.
Airwolf EVO 3D Printers - Installation, Printing, Maintenance & Troubleshooting Manual
4.1.3.
Verify material type, quantity, and nozzle configuration
These verification steps are recommended every time you print, to assure everything is setup properly,
and avoid downtime down the road.
4.1.3.1.
Verify the Correct Material is Loaded
Based on the print requirements, loading the correct material is a critical step in the printing process. In
the event that the wrong material is loaded into the printer, it can lead to printing with the wrong
temperatures which can cause print failures, nozzle clogs, or extensive maintenance and even serious
damage to printer.
The same applies for materials that have not been recommended for use by TRAK. We qualify materials
by performing tests, as well as printing extensively with it, in order to understand the best printing
practices, and any troubleshooting that may be required, to better help you if you encounter any issues
while printing.
For this reason, TRAK recommends only printing with the TRAK Qualified Materials. The list can be found
on our website.
NOTE
–
We are actively testing materials, and will update this list as we get them qualified.
When you print with materials NOT qualified or recommended by TRAK, we cannot guarantee that we
will be able to help you troubleshoot any printer issues in the event that the material caused printer
damage.
Warning!
While it is tempting to go online and find the cheapest filament, believing all to be the same, this is a big
mistake. Cheap imported filament
will
affect not only the quality of your prints, but also the lifespan of
your printer. Cheap filament contains unknown fillers that can cause jams and ruin your hot end. Melt
temperatures may be inconsistent and these filaments frequently leave residue in your hot end, making
your printer inoperable.
For instructions on how to change the material, see section 4.1.5.
4.1.3.2.
Verify Material Quantity
When you are preparing to print, always verify that you have enough filament for the print. If you don't,
you can replace the spool, or you can prepare for a mid-print filament change. For instructions on how to
change the material, see section 4.1.5.
One way to check if you have enough filament, is to use a postage scale (up to 10lbs).
Steps
Images
7.
Weigh an empty spool, and write down
the weight.
Ex: 200g
–
weight of empty spool
