Glossary Of Terms - 3D Systems ProJet 3500 Max Series User Manual

What is Computer-aided design (CAD)?
• Computer-aided design (CAD) is use of a wide range of computer based tools that assist engineers, architects and other design
professions in their design activities . It is the main geometry authoring tool within the Product Life Cycle Management process and
involves both software and sometimes special-purpose hardware .
What is a .STL file?
• A .stl file is a format used by Stereolithography software to generate information needed to produce 3D parts on Stereolithogra-
phy machines . It is a triangular representation of a 3-D object . The surface of the object is broken into a logical series of triangles .
These triangles represent the surface of the object .
How do I export an STL file from my 3-D CAD program?
• Most CAD software offers STL conversion add-ins .
Are the build platforms reusable?
• Yes the build platforms are reusable .
How many builds can one material cartridge produce?
• To order replacement parts you will need to contact 3D Systems' Customer Support .
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Build Platform - this part is used by the printer to build parts . Support structures link the part to the build platform and must be removed
from the printer once complete .
.stl File - is a three-dimensional solid Computer-aided design (CAD) software system used to produce parts .
Material Quality Guarantee - the printer reads an encrypted RFID tag on the cartridge to communicate parameters and ensure
optimum build quality .
Chamber Door - the chamber door prevents harmful UV radiation from escaping the build chamber during the build process . The
chamber door must be closed prior to starting or resuming a build job and is locked when a build is in progress .
Printing - the printer uses part and support material to create three-dimensional plastic prototype parts .
Operator's Touch Screen- is used to display build job status, menu options, and command prompts for the printer .
Support Material - is a wax based material that provides adhesion to the build platform and support for down facing surfaces and open
volumes within the parts .
Build/Part Material - is a paste-like acrylic compound that is an ultraviolet (UV) curable material .
ProJet® Client Software - is used to setup, run, and manage build jobs .
Shrink Comparison Percentage (Shrink Comp %) - is used to adjust for expected shrinkage during the build so actual part
dimensions more closely match actual dimensions .
Job Scale Percentage (Job Scale %) - is used to re-size parts during the build process .
Material Delivery System - stores and feeds the materials to the printer during the build process . The MDM hold two support
cartridges and two part cartridges .
Waste Material - is any uncured support and/or build material generated during a build process .
Debug Log - is a text file used for obtaining information for resolving potential problems that may occur with the printer.
X-Axis - is the orientation of the part from front to rear on the build platform .
Y-Axis - is the orientation of the part from left to right on the build platform .
Z-Axis - is the orientation of the part height on the build platform .
Post Curing (Finishing) - is the final process to remove support material from parts and clean the parts to a smooth finish prior to
surface finishing and coating.
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