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FORM 2
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  • Page 1 FORMLABS FORM 2 User guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Dion Zwakenberg TABLE OF CONTENTS COMPONENTS OF THE FORMLABS FORM 2 ....1 OVERVIEW PREFORM (SLICER) ........2 PREFORM PREPARE FILE FOR PRINT ......3 PREPARE CHANGE THE MATERIAL ......4 Install resin tank with wiper ............ 4 Lock Wiper ................5 Insert Build Platform ..............

  • Page 3: Components Of The Formlabs Form 2

    COMPONENTS OF THE FORMLABS FORM 2 1. Cartridge 2. Cover 3. Build Platform 4. Resin Tank 5. Wiper 6. Touchscreen 7. Button 8. Leveling Tool...

  • Page 4: Overview Preform (Slicer)

    OVERVIEW PREFORM (SLICER) Visit Formlabs.com/tools/preform to download the latest version of PreForm. Open Preform to see the build volume, which is inverted from the print orientation. Click through Preform tools to explore basic functions for setting up our print.

  • Page 5: Preform Prepare File For Print

    PREFORM PREPARE FILE FOR PRINT Open your STL or OBJ files. Confirm your print’s material and layer height with the “Print Set-Up” bottom. Most parts print better when supported at an angle. For automatic set-up, use Preform tools to “orient all,” “generate all,” and “layout all.” Preform will do these steps in sequence if you select “One-Click Print.”...

  • Page 6: Prepare Change The Material

    PREPARE CHANGE THE MATERIAL Install resin tank with wiper Remove the tank lid and align the for mall feet of the resin tank with the corresponding Holes in the tank carrier. Push forward into place with force.

  • Page 7: Lock Wiper

    Lock Wiper Ensuring the wiper is straight, align the foot of the wiper with the corresponding hole and push forward, snapping it into place.

  • Page 8: Insert Build Platform

    Insert Build Platform Align the build platform with the platform carrier and push it into place, locking the handle down to secure.

  • Page 9: Insert The Resin Tank

    Insert the resin tank If not removed, remove the orange plastic valve cover from the bottom of the cartridge. Leave the rubber valve in place. Align the cartridge with the opening in the back of the printer. Push down until it sits securely.

  • Page 10: Confirm Confirm Print On Printer

    CONFIRM CONFIRM PRINT ON PRINTER You will see your file uploading to the print queue on the printer’s touchscreen. Select the file name and confirm the print by pushing the button on the printer.

  • Page 11: Checks Pre-Print Checks

    CHECKS PRE-PRINT CHECKS Before printing, the resin tank will fill and heat up to around 35 degrees Celsius. Once the tank is full your print will automatically start.

  • Page 12: Removing

    REMOVING Remove the Build Platform When your print is finished, wear gloves to remove the build platform. Turn the platform over to prevent dripping while transferring to the finish stations. Make sure to close the printer cover after removing the build platform.

  • Page 13: Form Wash To Wash Your Sla Print

    FORM WASH TO WASH YOUR SLA PRINT Overview of Form wash To wash off any uncured resin that is still on your model you can use the form wash. Rotate the knob to move between items in the menu, and press the knob to select an option. The following options are available from the main menu on the Form wash display.

  • Page 14: Steps To Use The Form Wash

    Steps to use the Form Wash • Use the display and knob to raise the platform and basket mounts. • For convenience, install the build platform with printed parts directly in the Form Wash to clean the parts before removal. Align the top lid of the build platform with the arms of the Form Wash’s Platform mount, and fully insert to touch the back.

  • Page 15: Finish Finish Your Print

    FINISH FINISH YOUR PRINT Removing your print Once dry attach the build platform to the jig and slide the removal tool under the base of your prints to release the part. Use the removal tabs for easy entry points. Make sure the build plate is free of any uncured resin before putting it away.

  • Page 16: Curing Your Print

    Curing your print Make sure all IPA fully evaporate after washing. Check all surfaces, because curing non-dried parts may allow IPA to cure inside the part, prevent parts from strengthening, and affect quality. Once parts are dry, lift the cover, then distribute parts on the round turntable. Place parts with the most even spacing possible to allow light and heat to reach all areas.

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