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  • Page 1 Documentation version 1.6.30 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    You can find more informations on the following links : Mohamad KOUBAR eMotion Tech’s website : http://www.emotion-tech.com Anthony BERNA RepRap community : http://reprap.org/wiki/reprap Hugo FLYE • Photographics credits : Pictures and 3D representations made by eMotion Tech : http://www.emotion-tech.com • Sources : http://reprap.org/wiki/reprap RepRap Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SUMMARY INTRODUCTION MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY INTRODUCTION SLIDERS PRINTHEAD SUMMARY UPPER PLATE MicroDelta REWORK INTRODUCTION LOWER PLATE AVAILABLE RESSOURCES LIST EXTRUDE R CORE AVAILABLE OPTIONS FINAL ASSEMBLY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLATE NIVELLING SENSOR ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY BILL OF MATERIAL ANNEXE A. Metallic parts Heated bed B.

  • Page 5: Microdelta Rework Introduction

    MICRODELTA REWORK INTRODUCTION STRUCTURE The MicroDelta Rework is developed by eMotion Tech. This new 3D printer is easy to assemble and to operate without loss of performances. • Upper and lower plates made of bended stainless steel Data sheet : •...

  • Page 6: Available Ressources List

    Windows / Linux User Guide Under Mac OS X : MAC OS X User Guide 3D ressources Differents 3D printed parts are availables for the MicroDelta Rework. Path : MicroDelta Rework > Ressources_3D > IN CASE 0F TROUBLE Frequently Asked Questions Path : «Support»...

  • Page 7: Available Options

    INTRODUCTION AVAILABLE OPTIONS In order to upgrade your printer to make its use more pleasant, it is possible to add different elements : • Heating bed kit up to 110°C • LCD controller screen to print without a computer Coming soon : •...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    INTRODUCTION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General safety instructions Electrical safety The power supply provided is labelled CE. The power supply is protected NEVER LEAVE THE PRINTER WORKING WITHOUT against short-circuit and do not need any modification. The MicroDelta SUPERVISOR. Rework operate at 24V and is not concerned by the low voltage directives. The nozzle can reach 270°C, do not touch the nozzle while the printer is Further informations...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 10: Bill Of Material

    / 10 ASSEMBLY BILL OF MATERIALS A. Metal parts 1 x Core 1 x Upper plate 1 x Lower plate 1 x Cowling 6 x Ø 8 x 430mm smooth rod B. Plastic parts 6 x Connecting rod 3 x Slider Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 11: Printed Parts

    / 11 ASSEMBLY C. Printed parts 2 x Fan duct 1 x Board cover 1 x Leveling sensor 1 x Hexagon Holder 1 x Hexagon bracket holder D. Mechanical parts 3 x Idler pulley 3 x GT2 3 x GT2 belt 12 x Plain 12 x Ball joint 1 x thrust roller bearing...

  • Page 12: Electronic Parts

    / 12 ASSEMBLY F. Electronic 1 x eMotronic 3 x Short motor 3 x endstop 4 x 3 cm fan 1 x Interfacing board 1 x Long motor (color connectors) (34 mm) (48 mm) 1 x ON/OFF Switch 1 x Reset button 1 x USB Cable 1 x Power supply...

  • Page 13: Hexagon Kit

    / 13 ASSEMBLY H. Kit Hexagon (printhead) 1 x Hexagon hotend 1 x Cartridge heater 1 x Thermistor 1 x Allen key 3 1 x wrench 4.5 100mm 1 x Silicone cap H. Other 1 x PTFE Tube 3 x Elastic band 1 x Threadlock 12 x Cable clamp 6 x Rubber foot...

  • Page 14: List Of Needed Tools

    / 14 ASSEMBLY LIST OF NEEDED TOOLS • Wrench 8; 9; 10. • A set of allen key • Cutting pliers • WD40 (penetrating oil) • Methylated spirit Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 15: Mechanical Assembly

    / 15 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 16: Sliders

    / 16 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY SLIDERS ASSEMBLY = add some threadlock to the thread Needed parts : • 3 x Slider • 6 x Rod ball • 12 x Plain bearing Rod ball Target : screw the 6 ball joints (2 per slider) as shown in the following figures.
  • Page 17 / 17 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : insert the plain bearings in their housing as shown below (4 pieces per slider). Result Plain bearing Slider * : do the same for all sliders. Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 18: Printhead

    / 18 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY PRINTHEAD ASSEMBLY 1°) thermistor into the heating block (fold the thermistor’s cables) 2°) silicon sleeve on to the heating block 3°) heater cartridge into the heating block 4°) grub screw in the heating block 5°) Remove the brass insert (not used) Caution ! If the thermistor goes out of the hot end, your printer could be damaged.
  • Page 19 / 19 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Result Thermistor Heating cartridge Important: make sure that the red shrink sleeves on the cartridge cables are properly protecting the metal parts and preventing short circuits. Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 20: Upper Plate

    / 20 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY UPPER PLATE ASSEMBLY Needed parts : • 1 x Upper plate • 3 x Idler pulley M3 x 12 mm Screw • 3 x Endstop • 3 x Ø 3 mm spacer • 3 x Ø 3 mm washer Idler pulley •...
  • Page 21 / 21 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : mount the endstops on the upper plate Each endstop connector has a different color : - Alpha axis endstop : red - Bêta axis endstop : blue - Gamma axis endstop : yellow M2,5 x 8 mm screw Endstop Be sure to mount each endstop on its dedicated location.
  • Page 22 / 22 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Result Make sure the 3 pulleys rotate freely. Alpha Bêta Gamma Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 23 / 23 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY If you have the HeatBed option, please go to the page 71 to mount this element ! Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 24: Lower Plate

    / 24 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY LOWER PLATE ASSEMBLY Needed parts : Repeat the operation on the two other towers & check the motor’s • 1 x Lower plate orientation using the connectors • 3 x Short motor as reference • 16 x M3 x 8 mm screw •...
  • Page 25 / 25 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : mount GT2 pulleys on the motor’s axis M3 grub screw 2 mm GT2 pulley The grub screw must be in contact with the flat side of the axis. Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 26 / 26 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 on the other two peaks of the lower plate. Result Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 27 / 27 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : fix the electronic board fan like shown below Pay attention to the mounting direction of the fan, for proper orientation use the notches as reference. M3 x 12 mm screw 3 cm fan Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 28 / 28 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : mount the On/Off switch and the «Reset» button on the lower plate On/Off switch «Reset» button «Reset» switch nut Result Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 29 / 29 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : install the eMotronic board and its protective cover M3 x 8 mm screw Board cover Spacer Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 30 / 30 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Add rubber feet Result Rubber foot Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 31: Extrude R

    / 31 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY EXTRUDER ASSEMBLY Needed parts : • 1 x Extruder cover Extruder Mobile • 1 x Body extruder • 1 x Extruder mobile • 1 x Driving wheel • 1 x M5 x 12 mm Knurled screw •...
  • Page 32 / 32 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Spring Ø 3 mm Washer Body extruder Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 33 / 33 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Place «Extruder Mobile» on «Body extruder.» The spring should remain in its place. Result Extruder mobile Screw the knurled screw slightly Body extruder Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 34 / 34 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Result Extruder cover Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 35 / 35 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Long motor M3 x 20 mm screw Extruder assembly Check the connector’s orientation Result Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 36 / 36 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY M3 grub screw Driving wheel approximately 0,5 mm Result The grub screw must be in contact with the flat side of the axis. Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 37: Core

    / 37 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY CORE ASSEMBLY Needed parts : Ball joint Result • 1 x Core • 6 x ball joints • 3 x 3 cm fan • 4 x M3 x 8 mm screw • 3 x M3 x 12 mm screw •...
  • Page 38 / 38 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : mount the 2 other fans CAUTION: If you have the option, please refer to page 95 of this guide to mount the option now. Fan duct Result M3 x 20 mm screw 3 cm fan Fan cables 3 cm fan Fan cables...
  • Page 39 / 39 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : mount the interface board on the core Ø 3 mm spacer Result Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 40 / 40 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Result M3 x 8 mm screw Interface board Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 41 / 41 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : mount the Hexagon holder on the core Result M3 x 12 mm screw M3 x 8 mm screw Hexagon holder Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 42 / 42 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : mount the printhead and the bracket Printhead cables routing Hexagon printhead Result Hexagon bracket Printhead cables side (thermistor and heating cartridge). To use as reference for the printhead orientation. Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 43 / 43 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Result Knurled nut M3 x 20 mm screw Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 44 / 44 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : connect core’s components on the interface board Secondary fan 1 LED Option * Secondary fan Secondary fan Don’t use these connectors Heating cartridge Thermistor Printhead fan * If your board does not have Printhead fan the connector, please read the dedicated post on our blog.

  • Page 45: Final Assembly

    / 45 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY FINAL ASSEMBLY Target : assemble the machine Needed parts : and each of the pre-assembled elements • 1 x Lower plate • 1 x Upper plate • 1 x Cowling • 6 x Smooth rod • 12 x M6 x 16 mm screw •...
  • Page 46 / 46 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 47 / 47 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY = add some threadlock to the thread M6 x 16 mm screw Result Do not tighten the screws yet. Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 48 / 48 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : tighten the smooth rods and check that sliders slide as free as possible. Warning: this step is very important. It is imperative for the proper functioning of translations in order to obtain the best printing quality. Adding WD40 to the rods and plain bearings will greatly assist sliding.
  • Page 49 / 49 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : mount the filament driving system on the upper plate Result M3 x 8 mm screw Extruder Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 50 / 50 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : mount the belts on each sliders Result Form a loop as shown in the Insert the loop illustration. in place GT2 belt Teeth on this side Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 51 / 51 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Wrap the belt around the idler pulley Slider Idler pulley GT2 belt Pulley’s and belt’s teeth aligned GT2 pulley Make a loop and insert it into the slot. Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 52 / 52 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Mount a belt on each axis. 1) Loosen the screw holding the motor 2) Press the motor down for tensioning the belt 3) Tighten the four screws Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 53 / 53 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : clip the connecting rods on the sliders ball joints Result Ball joint Connecting rod Elastic Clip the connecting rods on the ball joints Put the 3 elastic bands around the connecting rods. Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 54 / 54 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : clip the connecting rods on the ball joints of the core Result Connecting rod Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 55 / 55 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : stick cable clamps on the cowling Target : stick the cable clamps on the upper plate Result cables clamp Result cables clamps Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 56 / 56 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : prepare the machine and the cowling before wiring 1°) put the machine on its upper plate 2°) lay down the cowling next to machine as shown below Be careful at the orientation of the cowling Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 57 / 57 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : organize the cables from the upper plate through the cowling The core’s extension must exceed 30 cm from this level. Red : Alpha axis endstop The colors are purely indicative. Blue : Bêta axis endstop No cables are colored.
  • Page 58 / 58 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Stand up the cowling along the Z axis Route the cables through the two dedicated holes as shown above. Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 59 / 59 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : Fix the cowling to the machine M3 x 8 mm screw M3 x 8 mm screw M3 x 8 mm screw M3 x 8 mm screw Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 60 / 60 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : install the PTFE tube and pneufits on the 3D printer Pneufit If you have olive fittings, please follow the documentation v1.1.17 or lower Push before Result insert PTFE tube Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 61 / 61 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Pneufit Result Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 62 / 62 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Target : cut the belt to prevent it stucking in the idler pulley Result Cut the belt as much as you can of the exceeding belt Maximum 5mm should be left. Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 63: Plate Nivelling Sensor Assembly

    / 63 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY BED LEVELING SENSOR ASSEMBLY Result Needed parts : Mount the bed leveling sensor on the leveling • 1 x Leveling sensor holder sensor holder • 1x Bed Leveling sensor shown below. Screw • 2x M2.5x12 screw M3x12 screw •...
  • Page 64 Target: fixation and orientation of the 3dBedFix (in the case of a printer without heabed) Result Plan échelle1/1 (diam152mm) pour fabrication revêtement plateau chauffant « micro delta rework » pour eMotion Tech. Tous droits réservés. Présent Composé design 14/09/2016 Plan échelle1/1 (diam152mm) pour fabrication revêtement plateau chauffant « micro delta rework » pour eMotion Tech.

  • Page 65: Electronic Assembly

    / 65 ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 66 / 66 ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY Target : connect the stepper motors to the eMotronic Red : Alpha axis Blue : Bêta axis Gamma Yellow : Gamma axis Green : Extrusion Pay attention to the color code when connecting The colors are indicative to facilitate the reading. the extruder’s motor Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 67 / 67 ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY Target : connect the endstops to the eMotronic board Plug each endstop to its endstops connectors corresponding connector on the board. Respect the color code. Gamma Red : Alpha axis Blue : Bêta axis Yellow : Gamma axis Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 68 / 68 ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY Target : connect the core’s extension cable, the «Reset» button, the On/Off switch and the board fan On/Off switch connector Plug the both core’s extension connectors Reset switch «Reset» switch connector board fan On/off switch Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 69 / 69 / 69 ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY CONGRATULATIONS ! Your 3D printer is now functional ! If you have options > please follow the dedicated section in the annexe. If not, you can go to the user guide. Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 70: Annexe

    / 70 ANNEXE ANNEXE Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 71: Heated Bed

    / 71 ANNEXE HEATING BED Needed parts : • 1 x Lower plate • 1 x Heating patch • 1 x Aluminium plate • 3 x M3 x 8 mm countersunk screw • 3 x Standoff spacer • 1 x Adhesive patch«3dBedFix» 3 x Standoff spacer 1 x Heating patch 3 x M3 x 8 mm Counter-...
  • Page 72 / 72 ANNEXE Top side = WITH countersinks Heating patch and the thermistor will be fixed against the lower side of the plate. Bottom side = WITHOUT countersinks Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 73 / 73 ANNEXE Target : assemble the aluminium plate, the heating patch and the thermistor (2 cases) Heat patch with thermistor to add Heat patch with integrated thermistor Heating patch Heating patch Bottom face = WITHOUT countersink Thermistor ball Thermistor ball hole Bed plate Bed plate Bottom face = WITHOUT chamfer...
  • Page 74 / 74 ANNEXE Result Bottom face = WITHOUT countersink Plug the extension here Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 75 / 75 ANNEXE standoff spacer Target : mount the standoff spacers Result Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 76 / 76 ANNEXE Target : screw the heated bed on the lower plate plate bed upper side M3 x 8 mm countersunk screw Way for patch’s cables Lower plate Result Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 77 ANNEXE Target : Apply the adhesive patch «3DBedFix» on the heated bed Adhesive patch 3dBedFix Plan échelle1/1 (diam152mm) pour fabrication revêtement plateau chauffant « micro delta rework » pour eMotion Tech. Tous droits réservés. Présent Composé design 14/09/2016 Result Plan échelle1/1 (diam152mm) pour fabrication revêtement plateau chauffant « micro delta rework » pour eMotion Tech.
  • Page 78 / 78 ANNEXE Target : plug the heating patch and the thermistor of the heating bed Note: your eMotronic board does not have the connector, please cut the one from the patch and strip the ends to fix them in the screw terminal block.
  • Page 79 ANNEXE Modifying the configuration file: 1°) Go to the Support section of www.emotion-tech.com. In the «MicroDelta Rework / Software / Software / Configuration» tree you will find all the available versions of the configuration file. Download the version that corresponds to your printer (depending on your options) 2°) Unzip the downloaded file and copy its content into the SD card of the eMotronic board.

  • Page 80: Lcd Screen

    / 80 ANNEXE LCD SCREEN (plastic support) Needed parts : Target : mount the LCD screen on the 3D printer. • 1 x Right side LCD cover Pre-requisites: • 1 x Left side LCD cover • 1 x Front plate LCD cover The two screen covers (right and left) are to be printed •...
  • Page 81 / 81 ANNEXE Target : preposition the screws in the printed covers Result M3x12 screw M3x12 screw Left side LCD cover Right side LCD cover Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 82 / 82 ANNEXE Target: Plug the Ribbon cables on the screen Revision 1.1 Revision 1.0 Cable 1 Cable 2 Cable 1 Cable 2 Note: The wiring on the eMotronic board side is shown on page 87. Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 83 / 83 ANNEXE Target : preposition the LCD screen between the two covers (right and left) Result Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 84 / 84 ANNEXE Target : mount the LCD on the printer Result Route the ribbon cables through the rectangular slot Tighten the two M3x12 screw on the lower plate of the printer Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 85 / 85 ANNEXE Target : mount the front plate LCD cover Front plate LCD cover M3x12 screw Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 86 / 86 ANNEXE Result Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 87: Metal Support

    / 87 ANNEXE LCD SCREEN (metal support) Needed parts : Target : mount the LCD screen on the 3D printer. • 1 x LCD cover • 1 x LCD screen • 2 x Ribbon cable • 6 x M3 x 12 mm screw •...
  • Page 88 / 88 ANNEXE Target : Fix the screen to the cover M3 nut 5 x 3 mm spacer M3 x 12 mm screw Tighten without force Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 89 / 89 ANNEXE Target: Plug ribbon cables on the screen Revision 1.1 Revision 1.0 Cable 1 Cable 2 Cable 1 Cable 2 Note: The wiring on the eMotronic board side is shown on page 87. Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 90 / 90 ANNEXE ANNEXE Target : Fix the «cover + screen» assembly to the lower metal part Positioning the screws to support the screen cover Passage of the ribbon cables by the notch Ribbon cables way M3 x 12 mm screw Do not screw into abutment Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 91 / 91 ANNEXE Maintaining the screen cover with dedicated screws and notches Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 92 / 92 ANNEXE Result Access screw tightening screen cover (Allen wrench) Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 93 / 93 ANNEXE Target : connect the LCD screen to the eMotronic board Plug both ribbon cables on the emotronic board Cable 2 Cable 1 Version 1.6.30...

  • Page 94: Configuration

    However, if you want to acquire the latest version of the firmware, you can follow the following tutorial. 1°) Go to the support section of www.emotion-tech.com. In the «MicroDelta Rework / Software / Software / Configuration» tree you will find all the available versions of the configuration file.

  • Page 95: Wiring

    / 95 ANNEXE LED Lightning Be careful of the fan orientation ! Transluscent Fan Duct M3 x 20 mm Screw Result LED Board Fan wires REMINDER: page 39 to continue assembly LED wiring : page 44 Version 1.6.30...
  • Page 96 / 96 ANNEXE Thank you for choosing MicroDelta Rework www.emotion-tech.com Version 1.6.30...

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