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- Page 1 Filabot Vermont, USA, Earth 1-802-505-6772 Filabot EX6 Extruder Operation Manual This manual applies to the Filabot EX6. Triex LLC, Barre, VT 05641, USA REV. 1 4‐8‐2019 ...
- Page 2 TOXIC FUMES Some plastics like PVC can produce dangerously toxic fumes when they are heated. Always carefully review the MSDS of any material before using it in the EX6 to avoid dangers to your health. Always use the EX6 in a well-ventilated area.
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Page 3: General Specifications
Drive Motor: 1/2 HP 90VDC 4.6A 100 RPM Torque: 24.3 N*m (215 in-lb) Gear Ratio 28:1 Grease Lubricated Spur Gearing Screw: Part # EX6-625 16mm (5/8") Diameter 1/2” Pitch 24 L/D Ratio 17-4 PH Stainless Steel Con. H900 2:1 Compression Nozzle: Type “X”... -
Page 4: Parts Included
Automotive grade wheel bearing grease (small amount) Recommended: Never-Seize/Anti-Seize thread lubricant (450ºC rated or higher) Compressed air & air blower/duster gun Heat gun or propane torch Shop Vacuum Cleaner Filabot Spooler Filabot Airpath Call 1-802-505-6772 or visit Filabot.com for additional/replacement parts 3 ... -
Page 5: Controls & Inputs
Controls & Inputs 1. Motor DC Voltage Meter 2. Motor DC Amperage Meter 3. Fan Speed Controls (recommended first use settings pictured): FRONT - Cools barrel between FRONT and MIDDLE heat zones MIDDLE - Cools barrel between MIDDLE and BACK heat zones FEED - Cools feed throat MOTOR - Cools DC motor 4. - Page 6 First Use & Tuning - Initial Settings 1. Use the EX6 in an open area on a flat, clean surface with plenty of room to move around the extruder and allow for heat dissipation from the vents. 2. Plug the machine into a power outlet with the specified input voltage.
- Page 7 30°C higher or lower than the temperature the previous tune was set at. For advanced users, the full Inkbird manual can be found on the EX6 page at Filabot.com. 6 ...
- Page 8 See “Cleaning” for more information. Turn off the machine and contact Filabot if any part of the machine appears damaged. 11. Apply a thin layer of anti-seize lubricant to the nozzle threads and screw the nozzle into the end of the barrel.
- Page 9 -Turn down the spooling unit speed to increase the diameter. Refer to the Troubleshooting section for general extrusion issues. Refer to our online resources at Filabot.com for demonstrations of polymer extrusion and more details on what you should look for with regards to output.
- Page 10 Cleaning Caution! Parts of the extruder get hot! Wear gloves and eye protection! It is recommended to thoroughly clean the extruder after use, or right before the next use, for the most consistent extrusion. Polymer melt on the screw due to heat creep after shutdown can cause issues when restarting the extruder.
- Page 11 12. Use compressed air in the feed port to blow any remaining debris out the end of the barrel. Check if the barrel looks clean by shining a light in the feed port and looking into the end of the barrel. Refer to our online resources at Filabot.com for cleaning demos. 10 ...
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