Start Auto Tip Calibration; Adjust Xyz Calibration Offsets - Stratasys Fortus 900mc User Manual

START AUTO TIP CALIBRATION

Start Auto Tip Calibration allows the user to calibrate the tip-to-tip offsets in the Z direction. No operator
interaction is required.
1. The system automatically performs this calibration as part of the tip change wizard actions.
2. Proper calibration allows the system to toggle material tips and place the current tip at the
precise coordinate necessary to continue accurate part build.

ADJUST XYZ CALIBRATION OFFSETS

Adjust XYZ Calibration registers the support tip relative to the model tip.
Figure 5-2: Adjust XYZ Calibration Offsets
1. The system automatically builds the calibration model when the Build Calibration Box button is
pressed.
2. Remove the build sheet from the platen and allow it to cool.
3. Determine the XY Offset Adjustment (Figure 5-3 on page 85or Figure 5-4 on page 85)
A. View the relationship between the support calibration toolpath and the alignment indicators
to determine the X and Y Axis calibration.
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Use a magnifier.
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Hold the build sheet up to the light, a light-colored wall, or a light-colored piece of paper.
B. Determine where on each axis the support toolpath is most centered between the X-Y
alignment path.
C. Read the Offset Adjustment Value closest to the centered location for each location.
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This value represents the adjustment value to be entered into the system - increments of 0.002 of an
inch or 0.05 mm.
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If the value is 0, then the system is calibrated for that axis - an entry is not required.
D. Slide the arrow on the screen to match where the support is most centered. Only move
arrows on two of the four sides of the calibration part.
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