Envision One cDLM® User Manual
TS-MAM-EnvisionOneCDLMUserManual-V5.0-FN-EN , 2021-12-15
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Post-processing
11.1
Post Cleaning Supplies and Post Curing Equipment
Recommended list of cleaning supplies:
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Spray bottle (optional).
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Plastic containers with lid for holding the isopropyl alcohol.
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Isopropyl alcohol (99%) for cleaning uncured material on the surface of printed models.
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soft artist or make-up brush.
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X-Acto knife/surgical blade or small nail snips for removing supports from models.
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Air compressor for removing isopropyl alcohol and uncured material from the surface of printed model.
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Paper towels.
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Post curing unit.
11.2
Removing the Build Platform from the Printer
When a print job is successfully completed, the build platform will rise to the top of the Z-axis tower. The build
platform with the printed models is ready to remove. Have a paper towel ready to catch potential drops of uncured
material.
To remove the build platform with printed models:
1. Open the printer’s hood.
2. Place one hand on the build platform handle. Lift the build platform clamp with the other hand.
3. Lightly cradle the bottom of the build platform with the paper towel. This will help to prevent dripping while
removing the build platform from the printer.
11.3
Detaching Models from the Build Platform
WARNING!
Risk of injury! People could be injured!
As handling chemicals puts you at risk of coming into contact with corrosive chemicals, being burnt,
inhaling poisonous vapors, etc., always put on suitable protective clothing (gloves, protective
goggles, etc.) before working with construction substances.
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Take utmost care to avoid getting any chemicals in your eyes or breathing the chemical vapors
in.
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Always wash your hands thoroughly afterwards with soap and water only. Don't use Isopropyl
alcohol to wash your hands if you come in contact with photopolymers.
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Take care not to spill any chemicals.
Once the job is complete, the built part will hang off of the build platform.
To remove the part, proceed as follows:
1. Place the build platform on its side in the processing zone as shown in the
diagram below. Watch the material so it doesn’t leak into the build platform
cavity. Ensure the magnet stays clean.
2. Hold the build platform handle with one hand to steady the platform.
3. Use the scraper from the Starter Kit to gently detach models from the build
platform. Angle your tool roughly 30 degrees from the platform and move the
blade while applying a light amount of pressure.
4. Place each model on a paper towel to catch the excess material as it drips.
IMPORTANT
Note that the models appear to be glossy. This is because uncured material is covering the surface.
Figure 16: Separation of a model
from the build platform