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Getting started 

Rapid Shape Operating Instructions

 

DOCR000225

 

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6.7

 

Netfabb software 

 

The following sections provide a brief overview of the netfabb software. However, we 
would like to point out that this is just one small part of netfabb. Should you require a more 
detailed explanation, please consult the netfabb operating manual: 

 

callable after installation in the netfabb program directory 

 

or under http://www.netfabb.com 

 

 

The software netfabb is required for preparing and sending the print jobs to your 3D print 
system. 

 

6.7.1

 

Installation 

Install the netfabb version provided on the USB stick supplied. Please pay attention to the installation 
instructions on the USB stick, these provide instructions and may also include adjustments. 

 

6.7.2

 

Opening netfabb 

 

(1)

 

Open netfabb. 

(2)

 

The starting page will be opened 
automatically. 

 

Figure 3

 

 

6.7.3

 

Creating machine workspace 

 

(1)

 

Click 

on the button “Load machine 

workspace” (see action bar)

 

(2)

 

Select your printer and confirm 

your selection by pressing “OK”.

 

 

Tip:

 If you have selected your printer, you 

- can add your selection to the favorites 
list by right-click (add to favorite, the 
favorites will always appear at the top of 
the list). 
- can set the selected machine workplace 
as starting  workspace (start with 
netfabb). This workspace will be 

 

Figure 4 

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Страница 1: ...ns must be read and understood before operating the machine Rapid Shape GmbH Roemerstr 21 71296 Heimsheim Germany Phone 49 0 7033 309 878 0 Fax 49 0 7033 309 878 40 www rapidshape de DOCR000225 Englis...

Страница 2: ...ite 12 5 2 Additional absolutely needed equipment 13 5 3 Materials 13 5 4 IT requirements 14 5 4 1 PC hardware 14 5 4 2 PC software 14 5 4 3 IP address 14 5 4 4 Internet access TeamViewer port 14 6 Ge...

Страница 3: ...uring 30 7 7 Menu Calibration LED calibration 30 7 8 Menu Info 31 7 9 Menu More Functions 31 7 9 1 Verifying setting parallelism 31 7 9 2 Cleaning the reservoir off particles 32 7 10 Menu Show Image 3...

Страница 4: ...erious injury or even death High risk of hazard Warning Non observance can lead to serious injury or even death Medium risk of hazard Caution Can lead to minor or moderately serious injuries Low risk...

Страница 5: ...anger to life from electric shock Therefore Work at the machine s electrical equipment may only be performed by qualified personnel Devices with damaged power cable damaged insulation and or lack of g...

Страница 6: ...n Danger of injury to hands due to moving parts The machine consists of accessible moving parts which can cause light hand injuries from bruising and trapping There is a risk of bruising and trapping...

Страница 7: ...t the generated heat can dissipate Warnings against dangerous substances Warning Chemicals required for the manufacture maintenance and care must be handled correctly and under observance of the relev...

Страница 8: ...method The specified digital workflow see below must be observed Work at the machine without permission and sufficient instruction is forbidden The printer system is to be used in a tempered indoor a...

Страница 9: ...e operating instructions Responsibility of the operator the operating company The operating company is obliged to to instruct the person working on the machine in its operation inform the person worki...

Страница 10: ...0 60Hz 180W Interface ethernet 10 100 Mbit s Interface media USB Ports USB 2 0 All values are approximate 1 In accordance with DIN EN ISO 11201 2010 10 3 1 Conversion spare parts repair Every technica...

Страница 11: ...data Rapid Shape Operating Instructions DOCR000225 Page 11 37 3 3 Components Figure 1 Figure 2 1 Display 2 USB connection 3 100 240V connection incl main switch 4 Ethernet connection 5 USB connection...

Страница 12: ...ivery carefully check the transport packaging as well as the product supplied for any damage that could have occurred during transport Transport damage is to be reported to the forwarding agent and Ra...

Страница 13: ...event odor Closable light proof cabinet for material reservoirs and material containers Table workplace measuring approx 100 cm in width to remove the components from the platform as well as to carry...

Страница 14: ...TeamViewer Host as from version 10 netfabb Rapid Shape Version delivered on the USB stick For more information on the software used http www microsoft com Here you can obtain information on the operat...

Страница 15: ...eservoir is inserted in the machine and that the protective hood has been closed properly 1 Position the machine onto a stable ground 2 When positioning the machine at its definite installation site t...

Страница 16: ...machine consists of accessible moving parts which can cause light hand injuries from bruising and trapping There is a risk of bruising and trapping due to moving of the building platform Only personn...

Страница 17: ...up the main menu will be displayed 1 Fill in the required amount of material into the material reservoir Pay attention to the maximum filling level approx 10 15mm measured from the reservoir s bottom...

Страница 18: ...ation Install the netfabb version provided on the USB stick supplied Please pay attention to the installation instructions on the USB stick these provide instructions and may also include adjustments...

Страница 19: ...onto Surgical Guide Platforms in netfabb 6 7 5 Adding changing a machine If you are using netfabb for the first time or you have received a new machine you have to add your machine in netfabb 1 Click...

Страница 20: ...al you have to add a new material in netfabb 1 Click on the button right to the display area of the material 2 The machine library will be opened and already entered materials will be displayed 3 Addi...

Страница 21: ...Process properties Burn in factor prolongs shortens the burning in time of the first layers Separation Force decreases increases the separation force when loosening the building platform from the mate...

Страница 22: ...accurancy of calculation when slicing Note A higher value prolongs the slicing and printing process extremely the printing result may not necessarily become better Recommended setting Double separati...

Страница 23: ...k Keep parts on platform This way the models will be positioned directly onto the platform If you do not checkmark the component can be moved into Z direction Attention Components which are not direct...

Страница 24: ...port Quick Support Figure 19 Figure 20 6 7 11 Slicing The slicing process generates the print data for your printer system cuts the model into individual layers 1 Click on the button Create Build 2 Th...

Страница 25: ...b will be send to the printer 5 Save as File and Send A window will be opened in which a storage location on your computer as well as a freely selectable name for your print job has to be entered Conf...

Страница 26: ...he reservoir is approx 300 ml To avoid overflow of the printing material during printing the maximum filling level of approx 13 ml must not be exceeded see also the maximum filling level marking in th...

Страница 27: ...al residues and to improve the adherence of the print job on the platform 7 2 Inserting material reservoir building platform Insert the filled material reservoir into the machine 1 Open the machine 2...

Страница 28: ...ingers or hands are allowed to be located in or inserted into the machine 1 Main menu Select Start Job 2 Select Select Job 3 Confirm the job The print job will start 7 4 Removing the print job Caution...

Страница 29: ...cessing cleaning if necessary drying and post exposure A bio compatibility can be achieved only under consideration of the manufacturer s specifications For cleaning the component the Rapid Shape Part...

Страница 30: ...he cleaning unit RS cure please refer to the separately available operating instructions 7 7 Menu Calibration LED calibration Caution Danger of injury from UV radiation Calibration takes place under t...

Страница 31: ...formation IP address 7 9 Menu More Functions The menu More Functions provides a range of handy and easy to use menu items 7 9 1 Verifying setting parallelism Caution Can lead to minor or moderately se...

Страница 32: ...re verify parallelism repeat stages 3 through 5 Threaded bolts for adjustment purposes Retention screws Running the platform in the starting position 8 Press the right key in the menu Setting parallel...

Страница 33: ...u item Clean Reservoir The cleaning process will be performed automatically the remaining cleaning time will be displayed on the screen 3 After the cleaning time has been expired remove the reservoir...

Страница 34: ...ial residues Check if the holes of the building platform are free from any material residues Clean the building platform with Rapid Shape Machine Cleaner or isopropanol Moreover the machine should be...

Страница 35: ...rinting 8 2 2 Daily maintenance A Check the protective glass for absolute cleanliness no dust resin or streaks o If necessary clean the glass by using isopropanol ISO followed by glass cleaner B Clean...

Страница 36: ...de Mail service rapidshape de 10 Final decommissioning 10 1 Shutting down the machine 1 In main menu select Shut Down The shutdown dialog appears After 10 minutes the machine will be switched off aut...

Страница 37: ...ing materials 4 Afterwards properly clean the components and disassemble in compliance with local environmental guidelines see data of material compositions 11 2 Dispose The machine may be returned to...

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