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- Page 1 PRO2 Manual: ORCABOT XXL 3D printer Manual: Prodim XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
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Page 2: Welcome In The World Of 3D Printing
Furthermore there are important tips to work safely with the 3D printer. Let us start making wonderful things! 3D printing is a learning process what you must build up with some experience in time. Prodim 3D Printers are typical for the high level of research and trying. Boundaries are therefore, continuously challenged. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Printbed alignment ......................33 8.2. Nozzle alignment (height)....................35 8.3. Calibration 2 extruder (X, Y-as calibration 2 extruder) ..........36 8.4. Cleaning the Hotend ......................38 Problem solving ........................... 39 Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... - Page 4 Repair and warranty........................40 Contact Prodim ........................... 41 Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
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Page 5: Safety
Make sure to set up the printer in a well-ventilated area with little draft and temperature change. Remark Prodim advises the use of filaments delivered by Prodim. Other materials can have unexpected properties for which Prodim bears no responsibility. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017... -
Page 6: Fff 3D-Print Technology
FFF 3D-print technology The Prodim 3D printer uses the FFF 3D-print technology. Fused filament fabrication (FFF) is an additive manufacturing technology commonly used for modeling, prototyping, and production applications. FFF works on an "additive" principle by laying down material in layers; a plastic filament or metal wire is unwound from a coil and supplies material to produce a part. -
Page 7: Specifications Orcabot Xxl Pro 2
Bed temperature ≈ 100 ˚C Ambient operating temperature*: 10˚C - 40 ˚C Storage temperature 0˚C - 50 ˚C Electrical AC input: 88-264 VAC Frequency range: 47-63 Hz DC voltage: Rated current: Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 8: Glossary Of Terms
G-Code It’s a computer language that describe movement (toolpaths) of the Prodim XXL printer. Is a widely used 3d format for 3d models. STL = Surface Tessellation Language Feeler gauge A feeler gauge is a tool used to measure gap widths. -
Page 9: Installing The Orcabot Xxl Pro 2
5.1. Overview printer On/off button + socket power plug Display Selection button SD card slot Print bed Extruder 1 Extruder 2 Filament tubes Tube holder Filament roll holders USB port (left) Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 10: Preparing The Printer
The USB-port is located to the left side of the printer. Running the printer can be done stand-alone or via a PC-connection. We advise to use the printer as stand-alone. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 11: Installing "Orcabot Repetier Host Software
The Orcabot Repetier Host software is only available for Windows 7 or higher. Pro 2 The software and drivers to the Orcabot XXL 3D printer can be found on the Prodim Systems website or use the following link: https://www.prodim-systems.com/en-en/Support/software-downloads.html Software installation: Make sure the printer is not connected to the computer during software installation. -
Page 12: The Print Process
Below you can see a part of the software where there are a number of tab pages marked on the right. These are the process steps from left to right which we use in the printing process which is also described in the above diagram. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 13: Orcabot Repetier Host (Object Placement)
(as depicted in the picture). If an area is green the .stl will have to be exported anew from the 3d-cad program. Another possibility is to fix the file by using the link given. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 14: G-Code Generation With Different Modes (Slicing)
After placement of object(s) on the virtual print bed slicing is next. Slicing transforms objects into printable layers, eventually this becomes G-code. Prodim uses Slic3r and provides slicer profiles of some of the most common filaments. Single extruder mode steps: 1. - Page 15 (This file contains the complete G-code + extra information such as printsettings). 2. By pressing on “Save for SD Print” in the tab Print preview. (This file contains only the G-code and no extra information) Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
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Page 16: Slicing Object(S) For Dual Extruder Mode
1. This way you can overlay the zero points (origins) of both objects on each other. Grouping can be undone by clicking “exact from group”. See next page for the example. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... - Page 17 12. Click “Save to File” to store the object on your SD-card. 13. You have now prepared a g-code to start the printer. See also chapter 7.5 how to start a print. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
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Page 18: Slicing An Object(S) For Copy Extruder Mode
1. Place one or more objects on the left halve of the (virtual) bed via tab “object placement” Beware! That NO objects are placed on the right halve of the bed. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... - Page 19 Tip! : In the file name comprise the “Copy mode”. This helps in starting the printer next time. 10. You have now prepared a g-code with which you can start the printer. See also chapter 7.5 how to start a print. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
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Page 20: Change Or Add A Print Profile (Advanced)
Beware! In changing the settings, you will alter the result of the printed object. Tip: By keeping the mouse pointer aimed at a setting an info window will pop up with a description about the setting. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... - Page 21 Tip: Make notes in the print profile to remember which settings you altered in the tab “Notes”. After saving settings are automatically adjusted in the Repetier Host software. You can select these in the list of print settings. Example of the print setting list. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
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Page 22: Printing
9. Number of meters extruded filament since last extruder reset. 10. SD-card print status indicator (only active in case a SD-card is present.) 11. Displays if there is an SD-card in the slot. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 23: Menu Structure (Schematics)
□ Select extr . 1 Deutch □ Select extr . 2 Espanol X-Offset Portugues Y-Offset Francais Z-Offset Nederlandse Italiano Suomi Svenska Cestina Polski Turk * If SD card is inserted Pro 2 Manual: Orcabot XXL version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 24: Menu Structure
Preheating of both extruders and the bed. Cooldown Turn off all heating elements (extruder 1, extruder 2 and bed). Disable stepper Disabling steppermotors so there is no current on the motors. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... - Page 25 Temp. 1 Manual setting extruder 1 temperature. Temp.2 Manual setting extruder 2 temperature. Turn extr. 1 off Turn off temperature extruder 1. Turn extr. 2 off Turn off temperature extruder 2. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
- Page 26 □ Select extr. 2 Selection of extruder 2. o X-Offset Adjustment of X-offset of selected extruder. o Y-Offset adjustment of Y-offset of selected extruder. o Z-Offset Adjustment of Z-offset of selected extruder. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
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Page 27: Temperature Setting On Display
Despite our best efforts Prodim can and will not give any guarantee regarding this information. Prodim is not responsible for any damage that might be caused by using this information. Beware that the operator is solely responsible for the printing process; information from other material suppliers is often available but also must be verified by the operator. -
Page 28: Load / Replacement Of Filament
14. Check if the back of the filament is not squeezed too much. 15. Check if the set temperature is the right temperature for your material. 16. See chapter 7.5 how to start the printer. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 29: Start Printing & Check Distance To Bed
- Turn the selection knob to the right to set the bed higher(to the nozzle) One step of the selection knob will move the bed 0.01mm. Check during setting the height if the filament is correctly deposited on the bed. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... - Page 30 After the printer is finished wait until the printer is cooled off. You can use pliers or your hands (when cooled) to get an object off the bed. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
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Page 31: Filament Cooling (Blower)
Fan 2 speed = Print head right 4. Select the desired fan (cooling) and turn the selection knob to set a percentage. To switch off the external cooling set the percentage on Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 32: Connect Orcabot Xxl Pro 2 With Repetier Host
5. Bring the printer to its parking position with the home buttons (to be found next to the round navigation button) It is possible to bring every axis individually to the parking position (X, Y, Z) or all axes simultaneously = Home ALL. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 33: Calibration & Service
Turn the knob carefully till the nozzle has the right height above the bed and the paper is on the verge of being clamped. The print bed is supported by springs which can be adjusted to correct the height. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... - Page 34 Move the bed manually to the desired position. 10. Check flatness of the bed; on all 3 positions the height of the bed must be the same. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
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Page 35: Nozzle Alignment (Height)
3mm. 10. Repeat above steps for print head right (extruder 2). Check the height of both nozzles printing a file for two extruders. If not correct repeat the procedure. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... -
Page 36: Calibration 2 Nd Extruder
Requirements: - 2x PLA-filament (Preferably two different colors). 1. Download the calibration print (O231-01 - Calibration XXL PRO 2) via: https://www.prodim- systems.com/en-en/Support/software-downloads.html (beware: it is a zip file which needs to be unpacked) 2. Save the downloaded g-code on the SD-card. - Page 37 14. Repeat for the Y-axis. View the stripes at Y and execute step 6 to 13. 15. Check the calibration by repeating the calibration print or a test print with multiple materials. If correct your done otherwise repeat the process. Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com...
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Page 38: Cleaning The Hotend
8.4. Cleaning the Hotend A clean hot end is important for correct printing. A clean hot end results in a better print quality. Special cleaning filament is available at Prodim. By following below steps you can clean the hot end. -
Page 39: Problem Solving
Check if the software is installed with administrator rights! Extra maintenance: Keep the inside of the printer clean. Regular grease the axes of the printer e.g. once a month. Recommended grease: Ditoil Grease 1712 EP2 Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017 www.prodim-systems.com... - Page 40 Repair and warranty Prodim puts the utmost care in each machine; every printer is tested and set for best performance. A final print proves Prodim the printer left the factory in correct condition. Prodim offers a warranty of a year on components, outside normal wear and tear. Prodim determines if a warranty is justified.
- Page 41 Contact Prodim Sales Europa Prodim International BV Lage Dijk 26 - 5705 BZ Helmond Netherlands T: +31 (0)492 57 90 50 F: +31 (0)492 57 90 59 Opening hours Monday - Friday 8.30 – 17:00 (Central European time) Manual: Orcabot XXL Pro 2 version 1.0.1 Mar 2017...
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