Objet260 User Guide
5 Using Objet Studio
DOC-37004 Rev. E
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Tall-Left Rule
This rule considers models where, after being orientated on the build tray
according to other considerations, one side is taller than the other.
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Since the print heads move along the X-axis from left to right, taller
sections on the right require the print heads to scan unnecessarily from
the left until reaching them. If, on the other hand, the taller sections are
positioned on the left of the build tray, the print heads only have to scan
the model until printing these sections—once the lower parts have been
completed. Therefore, you should position the taller side of the model,
when possible,
on the left
.
The following rules are based on the fact that Support material is not
required on the top of the printed model.
Recess-Up Rule
This rule considers models containing surface recesses.
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Recesses in the surface (like hollows, drill holes, etc.) should, when
possible, be positioned
face-up
.
Fine-Surface Rule
This rule considers models that have one side on which there are fine details
(like the keypad side of a telephone).
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The side of the model containing fine details should, when possible, be
positioned
face-up
. This results in a smooth finish.
Avoid Support-Material Rule
This rule considers models that have large holes or hollows, open on at least
one side (like a pipe or a container).
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It may be advantageous to print a model
standing up
, so Support material
does not fill the hollow, even though printing the model lying down would
be much faster.
