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Objet30 User Guide

Preparing Files for Use with PolyJet 3D Printing Systems

Before using design files with Stratasys 3D printing systems, make sure that
they are in a supported file format. (For an explanation of these file formats,
see "Source Files" on page 3-4.)
You can print several models or parts at the same time, after arranging them
on the build tray in Objet Studio. The following are the maximum dimensions
for a single model printed on the Objet30 printer:
• With glossy finish—
• With matte finish—
Converting
This procedure may vary slightly, depending on the CAD software used, but
CAD Files to
the following instructions generally apply.
STL Format
To convert a file to STL format (in a CAD program):
1. From the File menu, select Save As.
2. In the Save As dialog box, open the Save As Type drop-down list and
3. Click Options and set the following parameters:
4. In the file format option, choose binary or ASCII. (Both binary and ASCII
5. Click OK or Save.
After converting the model files, it is recommended that you check them for
defects in an STL-repair application (such as Magics™, by Materialise
before opening them in Objet Studio and producing the model.
For more information, search for "CAD to STL" on www.stratasys.com.
DOC-34022 Rev. D
X-axis: 294.00 mm (11.57 inches)
Y-axis: 192.00 mm (7.55 inches)
Z-axis: 148.60 mm (5.85 inches)*
* OrthoDesk printers—100.0 mm (3.94 inches)
X-axis: 293.00 mm (11.53 inches)
Y-axis: 191.00 mm (7.52 inches)
Z-axis: 148.30 mm (5.83 inches)*
* OrthoDesk printers—97.9 mm (3.85 inches)
select *.STL.
❒ Total Quality—approximately 0.01 mm (deviation tolerance / linear-
dimension tolerance)
❒ Detail Quality—approximately 5° (angle tolerance)
Note: Lowering these values produces more accurate models, but results in
larger files and longer loading and processing times. For this reason, it is
generally not recommended that you use lower values.
formats can be used in Objet Studio. However, binary files are smaller, so
this option is recommended.)
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