Objet350 User Guide
Producing Models
Models can be printed after they are arranged on a virtual build tray in a 3D
printing application. Two such applications are available for preparing trays for
printing on the Objet350 printer:
• Objet Studio
• GrabCAD Print (for Connex3 printers)
For information about preparing model files for printing, see the relevant
documentation—
• "Using Objet Studio" chapter in this user guide or Help in the Objet Studio
• GrabCAD Print online documentation.
Preparing the Printer
Before beginning to produce models, it is recommended that you check the
current printing quality of the print heads by performing the Pattern Test.
To prepare the printer for producing models:
1. Make sure that the build tray in the printer is empty and clean. If not, remove
Caution
Use protective gloves when cleaning the build tray, and be careful of the
sharp edges of the scraper blade.
2. Make sure that there is sufficient Model and Support material loaded, as
For loading material cartridges and replacing empty ones, see "Loading
Model and Support Cartridges" on the previous page.
For changing the type of material currently loaded, see "Changing the Printing
Material" on page 6-13.
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application.
cured material with the scraper, and clean the tray thoroughly with a cleaning
cloth soaked with 90% alcohol (IPA or ethanol).
indicated on the printer interface (see the figure on page 6-4). You may want
to replace the cartridges of Model and Support material currently loaded in
the printer to avoid the need for replacing them during printing.
Note: When you click Print in GrabCAD Print, a warning message appears if
there is not enough of one or more material.
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