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  • Page 1 User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Cura Updates Functionalities Filament Maintenance Plan Bcn3d Technologies Technical Assistance Services Diagram Of The Bcn3d Sigma Return Policy Terms And Conditions Of Service Open Source *You can see Switching On Your Printer For The First Time Section on our youtube channel: https:/ /www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8iOVmTsyvGRYhiB4ykxxzcl1gnakOReg...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction EU Warranty Fundació Privada Centre CIM (“Fundació CIM”) grants this Warranty to the BCN3D brand Product users. This Warranty is only valid in the country where the Product has been purchased originally, as long as it Technical Support is member of the European Union, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein or Turkey.
  • Page 4 3 The client takes responsibility for the transport of the 8 Damages caused by the use of software non machine to the facilities of BCN3D (going and return). recommended by Fundació CIM. 4 Fundacio CIM or the authorized service company,...

  • Page 5: Ue Warranty

    Non-EU Warranty Fundació Privada Centre CIM (“Fundació CIM”) grants The present Warranty is invalidated in case of incurring this Warranty to the BCN3D Technologies brand in any of the cases exposed in the Exclusions chapter. Product users. In case of resale, repair or substitution of the Products This Warranty is only valid in the country where the the Warranty is not extended.
  • Page 6 3 The client takes responsibility for the transport of the neglect using the Product. machine to the facilities of BCN3D (going and return). 7 Resulting damages of exposing the Product to floods, 4 Fundacio CIM or the authorized service company,...
  • Page 7 Non-EU Warranty 10 The components considered as Consumables, numbered in the annexed document. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Limitations and Disclaimers This Warranty is the end user’s sole and exclusive remedy against Fundació...

  • Page 8: Conformity

    Conformity The CIM Private Foundation Centre declares that the BCN3DSigma printer complies with the essential require- ments and any other applicable or mandatory provisions of the Directives. It complies with the essential requirements of the European Directives: 2006/42/EEC Machinery Directive 2006/95/EEC Low Voltage Directive 2004/108/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC) 2011/65/EU Restrictions on the use of hazardous substances in electrical and elec-...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    PLA / ABS / PVA / TPU / Nylon / CPE / Specials / HIPS Electronics BCN3D Electronics v1.0 Connectivity SD card (autonomous operation), USB Firmware: BCN3D Sigma - Marlin Operating sound (dBA) Compatible files gcode Software preparation files Cura-BCN3D, Slic3r, Simplify3D,...

  • Page 10: Idex / Fff Technology

    The Independent Dual Extruder System (IDEX) is BCN3D’s unique approach to avoid this issue and also offers a bunch of new key features. The two extruders are controlled independently, so that when one extruder is not being used it can be kept away from the printing area to prevent the plastic from oozing onto the object and spoiling the final result.
  • Page 11 Safety Very important. As with any other appliance, do not touch the terminals of the mains, the switch, or the power supply. There is a risk of electrocution. The other cables of the machine operate at 24V and there is no risk whatsoever. Connect the machine to an electrical outlet according to the current legislation.

  • Page 12: Safety Signage

    Safety signage The following stickers have been affixed to the printer to warn users about the hazardous areas of the machine, and actions which are not recommended as they will stop the machine from working properly. 1 Pictogram: Danger. Hot surface.

  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Printer

    Setting up your printer Unpacking The BCN3D Sigma is delivered in a well-secured cardboard box which measures 550 x 660 x 570mm. We recom- mend you to follow the steps below in order to unpack your 3D printer correctly: We recommend...

  • Page 14: Contents

    Contents BCN3D Sigma Quick start Guide 2 Teflon tubes 4 Flat cable clips 2 Spool holders 4 Blue clips Glass Power Cable SD card USB cable 2 PLA spools Spatula Cross-head screwdriver 3 Hex keys Pliers Nylon filament *Laquer Sample print...

  • Page 15: Preparing Your Printer

    Before starting to print with the BCN3D Sigma printer you need to assemble them in order to complete the setting up process. If you have any queries while assembling the machine, please contact BCN3D Technologies´...
  • Page 16 Set up Place the spool mounts in the spools. Slot the spools with the mounts into the appropriate spaces. User Manual...
  • Page 17 Set up Pull the guide rails of the hot-ends forwards by hand. Insert the teflon tube as far as it can. Insert the other end into the hot-end hole. User Manual...
  • Page 18 Set up Attach the Bowden tubes with the blue clips. User Manual...
  • Page 19 Set up Put together the Teflon tube with the hotend cable using the flat cable clips. User Manual...

  • Page 20: Switching On Your Printer For The First Time

    Set up Connect the power supply cable. The plug is located at the rear of the machine. Insert the SD card into the reader. User Manual...
  • Page 21 Getting started Setup Assistant 1. Welcome 2. Setup Assistant 3. Load filament Press load Next 4. Select material 6. Repeat all the process with the Follow screen’s instructions Choose PLA other extruder. Warning: Extruders will be heated up. This process could take 1 or 2 minutes.

  • Page 22: Calibrating Your Printer

    Setup Assistant 10. Z Axis calibration 11. Follow the instructions of the Look for the transparent line. Then Follow the instructions of the calibration sheet count 2 to the right. Redo if necessary calibration sheet 13. X Axis calibration 14. Choose best aligned couple Y Axis calibration The printer will print vertical lines.

  • Page 23: First Printing

    After the calibration process has been completed, you can access the printing menu. The first object you will print with the BCN3D Sigma is the Draudi figure, as it will allow you to check that everything is working properly and you are now ready to start printing your own objects.

  • Page 24: Starting Out With Cura-Bcn3D

    Cura slices 3D models into layers, where the perimeters and infill of the object are clearly defined. To provide a better printing experience, BCN3D Technologies´s version of Cura includes some changes which have been made to Cura´s interface and functionalities. These changes to the software have enabled us to achieve a better performance.
  • Page 25 First-time-run Wizard will appear onscreen: 3. When the file is opened a new window will appear, asking for the programme to be installed in the 6. Select BCN3D Sigma from the list of printers, and applications. close the Wizard.

  • Page 26: First Idex Printing

    Downloading and installing Cura 4. If it is the first time you have installed the Cura soft- 5. Select BCN3D Sigma from the list of printers, and ware, the First-time-run Wizard will appear onscreen: close the Wizard. First IDEX printing 1.

  • Page 27: Cura Updates

    SD card, the Eject Card option will appear. Cura Updates At BCN3D Technologies we want you to have a great automatically look for updates, and notify you if a new printing experience, and to achieve this we are con- version of the programme is available.
  • Page 28 Cura Updates Firmware updates 4. Click on Upgrade Firmware. 1. Make sure your BCN3D Sigma is connected to the computer 2. Click on Machine > Check for firmware updates. 5. If you want to check whether the printer´s firmware is up-to-date you should connect the printer to the computer with the USB cable, and then click on Connect Printer.
  • Page 29 Cura Updates 6. While the printer is connecting the updater will dis- play the Connecting to Machine connection status. Once the machine is connected the ball icon indicating status will change to OK in green. 7. After the printer is connected, click on Get Firmware Version.

  • Page 30: Functionalities

    Functionalities Utilities This section contains a description of BCN3D Sigma functionalities. The main menu is divided into two large groups: printing and utilities. The first covers all the Situated at the center of the main menu, allows you to standard printing functions, while the second includes operate and maintain your printer.
  • Page 31 Functionalities Temperature Calibrate: This menu allows you to calibrate the BCN3D Sigma printer´s surface and extruders. This process should be performed when components are replaced, Placed on the right-hand side of the main menu, lets and during standard printer maintenance (described in you to preheat or cooldown the hotends and the heated this manual).

  • Page 32: Filament

    Filament The BCN3D Sigma printer gives the best printing results with PLA and ABS from Colorfila in a 3 mm plastic fila- ment format, although it accepts many other materials. A brief description of the materials currently used by the printer is given below: PLA (polylactic acid) is by far and away the best material for 3D printing, since it is easy to shape using FFF.
  • Page 33 Filament ABS is printed at temperatures of between 210º C and 240º C, depending on the supplier and the printing spe- ed. ABS performs better with overhangs than PLA and Co-Polyesters are chemically resistant, tough and needs less air from the layer fan (too much air is usually dimensional stable.

  • Page 34: Maintenance Plan

    Maintenance Plan We recommend you carry out the maintenance procedures described in the table below in order to keep your prin- ter running optimally. The procedures are grouped depending on frequency they should be performed is shown on the right. FREQUENCY ACTION TO PERFORM Keep the printer free of dust and in a dry, cool place...

  • Page 35: Bcn3D Technologies Technical Assistance Services

    Email If you have a question that is not related to technical assistance, please send us an email to the address below. A BCN3D Technologies expert will contact you as quickly as possible. info@bcn3dtechnologies.com Telephone We have a helpline for situations that cannot be dealt...

  • Page 36: Diagram Of The Bcn3D Sigma

    Diagram of BCN3D Sigma 1 Teflon tube 2 Extruder 3 Hot-end cable 4 Spool mount 5 Hot-end 6 Purge chamber 7 Printing surface 8 SD reader 9 Touchscreen 10 Filament input hole 11 Plastic Spool 12 Switch 13 Platform 14 Power supply socket...
  • Page 37 Diagram of BCN3D Sigma User Manual...

  • Page 38: Return Policy

    Return Policy Returns will only accepted for products that have not been used within a period of 14 business days, starting from when the printer was delivered. Once this period has expired, all sales with be conside- red to be final. “Not used” is understood to mean products that have never been assembled, switched on, programmed or altered in any other way.

  • Page 39: Terms And Conditions Of Service

    Trademark without the written permission of BCN3D Technologies. Any un- authorised use of the information, materials or trademarks may breach the laws regulating copyright, registered trademarks, privacy and publicity and/or other laws and regulations.

  • Page 40: Open Source

    BCN3D Technologies and its products would not be where they are today without the RepRap project and its open source community. The RepRap project started out as an initiative whose objective was to develop a 3D printer which could print most of its own components and be a low-cost printer.
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