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AUGUST 8, 2014

User Manual

FELIX 3.0, 3d printer
VERSION 8
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This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. No part of this document may be photocopied,
reproduced, or translated to another language without the prior written consent of FELIXrobotics BV.
FELIXrobotics BV
Gessel 4a
3454MZ, de Meern
The Netherlands
Copyright © 2014 FELIXrobotics BV.

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    VERSION 8 Copyright Information This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without the prior written consent of FELIXrobotics BV. FELIXrobotics BV Gessel 4a...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Contents CONTENTS _________________________________________________________________________________________ 1 INTRODUCTION ________________________________________________________________________________ 2 SPECIFICATIONS _______________________________________________________________________________ 3 MECHANICAL SETUP ____________________________________________________________________________ 4 Calibration of table _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4 3.1.1 Step 1 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4 3.1.2 Step 2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 5 Extra calibration for dual extrusion printers ____________________________________________________________________________________ 6 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION –...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 1 Introduction First of all, thank you choosing FELIXprinters! To get your Felix printer up and running as fast and painlessly as possible please follow this manual carefully. Don’t compare this product with a television, where a user manual is normally not required to get it working properly.

  • Page 4: Specifications

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 2 Printer Specifications Printing Electrical Print Technology Fused Filament Fabrication AC input: 100-240V, 50-60 Hz Build Volume 25.5 x 20.5 x 22 cm Power Requirements 12V DC, 15 Amps Print Quality 250 microns Connectivity...

  • Page 5: Mechanical Setup

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 3 Mechanical Setup 3.1 Calibration of table For a successful print it is important that the table is properly calibrated. The distance between the nozzle and table should be the same at every x,y position. The leveling mechanism of the table can be adjusted by turning the 3 M4 nuts underneath the heated bed.

  • Page 6: Step 2

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 3.1.2 Step 2: X-direction Calibration in x-direction Make sure there is at least 1mm separation between table hot-end. Move the table to the middle of its movement range slowly. Adjustment nut Move the X-axis carriage over its movement range slowly. While moving check the distance between the hot-end and bed.

  • Page 7: Extra Calibration For Dual Extrusion Printers

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 3.2 Extra calibration for dual extrusion printers NOTE: his step is only intended for people who bought a dual head DIY kit. Otherwise skip to next subchapter. This section guides you through the process of mechanically calibrating your DUAL head setup. The following checks make sure the hot-ends will have the same height with respect to the just-leveled heated bed.

  • Page 8: Software Installation - Microsoft Windows

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 4 Software Installation – Microsoft Windows 4.1 Microsoft Windows NOTE: Mac users should go to chapter 4.2 This chapter describes the steps how to make the printer communicate with your PC. Repetier-host Driver installation Firmware installation 4.1.1...
  • Page 9 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Choose the COM-port which belongs to your printer. If no port shows up, it could because of the following: your printer might not be plugged into the USB port. The driver is not installed, or currently installing by windows.

  • Page 10: Driver Installation

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 4.1.2 Driver Installation 1. Plug in the power supply cable. NOTE: The electronics board is NOT USB powered, so without the power cable the electronics won’t work. It needs the voltage of the purple wire to drive the logic of the board.

  • Page 11: Firmware Installation - Arduino

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 4.1.3 Firmware installation – Arduino NOTE: Only continue with this subchapter if: 1. You have just assembled your DIY kit DUAL extruder 3d printer or 2. You want to update the firmware of your printer because there is new firmware available.

  • Page 12: Software Installation - Mac Os

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Press the upload button, and wait till the upload is complete. This normally takes between 1 to 2 minutes. The new firmware is now on your printer. 4.2 Software Installation – Mac OS 1. Plug in the power supply cable.
  • Page 13 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 7. Extract sfact.zip file (containing 1 folder with 2 subfolders: “sfact” and “sfact_profiles” 8. Copy sub-folder “sfact_profiles” to Macintosh H 9. Copy the “sfact” sub-folder to Applications folder (where the Repetier-Host.app is as well) 10.
  • Page 14 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 12. Configure Skeinforge settings under Preferences -> Slicer -> Skeinforge 13. Click “Browse” to direct to the correct files Application: /Applications/sfact/sfact.py Craft Utility: /Applications/sfact/skeinforge_application/skeinforge_utilities/skeinforge_craft.py Python Interpreter: /usr/bin/pythonw Python Interpreter: /Applications/Repetier-Host Mac.app/Contents/Resources/pypy.app/bin/pypy Profiles Directory: /sfact_profiles/profiles support@FELIXprinters.com...
  • Page 15 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer support@FELIXprinters.com www.FELIXprinters.com...

  • Page 16: Calibrate The Z-Direction/Connect To Printer

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 4.3 Calibrate the Z-Direction/Connect to printer To obtain good quality prints it is essential that the heated bed is level and that the distance between the hot- end and the bed is close enough when printing the first layer.
  • Page 17 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Make sure the bed is at least 5 cm from the hot-end, to give you enough reaction time to respond if something goes wrong. Press Home X, then move the x axis back and forth.

  • Page 18: Prepare A Cad File For Printing - Slicing

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 5 Prepare a CAD file for printing - Slicing This chapter will prepare a CAD file for printing. It basically converts an STL file to a gcode file. This process is called slicing. To keep things simple for your first print we recommend you get the test file from here: http://shop.FELIXprinters.com/downloads/index.php?path=print_files%2Ftest_print_files/...
  • Page 19 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer After slicing you’ll see a preview of the generated g-code. Also note the printing time, it will take approx. 15 minutes to finish this object. You have now sliced your first object and are ready to go to the next step support@FELIXprinters.com...

  • Page 20: Your First Print

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 6 Your first print At this stage all we’ve done all preparations and we’re at the final step to convert your idea or 3d file into reality. In the manual control window do the following.
  • Page 21 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Tensioning bolt, turn counter clockwise for more tension on filament. When these steps above are OK, you are ready to press that print button. If the calibration was done correctly, the print should finish without any problem.

  • Page 22: Software

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 7 Software This chapter describes the supplied software in more detail. The goal is to give you more insight in how to set it up for different kind of printable objects. 7.1 Repetier- Host Repetier-host is an open-source software and is supplied software with our printers.
  • Page 23 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Print Configuration: Depending on the printer you have chosen, you can choose between two print configurations. 0_FELIX3_0 Single_Head_Mode This enables single head printing. It takes the activated extruder to print with. Everything gets printed with one extruder.
  • Page 24 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer A simple representation of the different support material types material is shown here. X_1_No support, X_2_Exterior support X_3_Full support No support material is Automatic support Automatic support generated. Part is material generated material generated printed as imported.

  • Page 25: Slic3R

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 7.1.1.2 SLIC3R Slic3r is an alternative slicer to the recommended CuraEngine. Print and printer settings: With these settings you can print in two modes. 1. Single head printing 2. Dual head printing. 1. Single head printing: To enable this, configure it like this: Print settings: choose one of the qualities with where the second number is a 1.

  • Page 26: Sfact

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Override Slic3r Settings Enabling this, overrides some settings of the selected print settings. A brief description of the options: Copy Print Settings to Override. This will copy the settings in the selected print setting to the fields of this current window.
  • Page 27 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer X_3_Full support X_1_No support, X_2_Exterior support X_4_Full support + raft No support material is Automatic support Automatic support Automatic support generated. Part is material generated material generated material generated printed as imported. outside and inside of the...

  • Page 28: Dual Head Printing

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 7.1.2 Dual head printing 7.1.2.1 Calibration This chapter describes how to calibrate your dual extrusion printer and describes additional steps to make a dual extrusion print. Calibration is only necessary when you have purchased a DIY kit. For the assembled printers, the calibration is already done during production.
  • Page 29 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 4. Repeat now with extruder 2. a. Select extruder number 2. Heat it up in a similar fashion to extruder 1 and print the test part. If both separate extruders have proven to print well, it is time to calibrate the distances between them.
  • Page 30 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 6. Press the OK button to save the new calibration values and print out the calibration part again to verify calibration values give the desired result. The two squares located at 4,4 (highlighted in blue) should be perfectly aligned on top of each other.

  • Page 31: Use Second Extruder For Support Material

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 7.1.2.2 Use second extruder for support material We use this object for reference. This can only be printed well with support material Repetier-Host has two options for dual extrusion. Both are described below. Go to the slicer tab and choose the following:...

  • Page 32: Assign An Extruder To An Object

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 7.1.2.3 Assign an extruder to an object. This short tutorial will show you how to print two objects in a single print with different extruders. You basically need two STL files which are created in the same coordinate system and with exact needed distance with respect to each other.
  • Page 33 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Select which object you want to print with which extruder. Slice the objects with one of the two options: Option 1: CuraEngine Goto the Slicer tab and select at least the following: Print Configuration: 1_FELIX_3_0_Dual_Head_Mode Then press the Slice button.
  • Page 34 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Printer Settings: Felix 3.0 Duo Disable the override checkbox. Then press the slice button. It should now look like this: After slicing press the print button. support@FELIXprinters.com www.FELIXprinters.com...

  • Page 35: Kisslicer

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 7.2 Kisslicer Kisslicer is a separate program to generate gcode. It is an extremely fast slicer and generates impressive g- codes. The program can be downloaded at our website in the download area. The package contains optimized slicing profiles for the FELIXprinter.
  • Page 36 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Press slice Check results: Select this to see g-code preview Estimated print time Move slider to scroll to each layer in the g-code support@FELIXprinters.com www.FELIXprinters.com...

  • Page 37: Make A Dual Extrusion Print

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer If satisfied, press save: Load the just saved .gcode file in repetier-host to print it on your FELIXprinter. 7.2.2 Make a dual extrusion print These steps will demonstrate how to make a dual extrusion print with Kisslicer. Two examples will be shown.
  • Page 38 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Press slice and after slicing activate the models+path option and move the path % slider to 0%. This is the result: The white lines are the support material and the other colors are the object itself. Next to the object there is a prime pillar.

  • Page 39: Use Second Extruder For Different Object Or Part Of An Object

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 7.2.2.2 Use second extruder for different object or part of an object. This short tutorial will show you how to print two objects in a single print with different extruders. You basically need two STL files which are created in the same coordinate system and with exact needed distance with respect to each other.
  • Page 40 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer Close the window and it will look like this Press slice button, See the red accentuated parts to see what each extruder will print You can now save the file and open it in repetier-host or put it straight on a microSD card to print it directly on your printer.

  • Page 41: Printer Control With Optional Display Unit

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 8 Printer control with optional display unit The printer can be fully controlled with the display unit. The menu structure is displayed below. We will describe each block and show some workflows for the most used functions.

  • Page 42: Workflow To Start A Print

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 8.1 Workflow to start a print. This subchapter shows how to start a print from the control interface. Before a print can be started it is mandatory to have a microSD card inserted in the SDcard slot of the electronics board of the printer. There must also be at least one correctly sliced .gcode file on it.

  • Page 43: Menu Description

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 8.4 Menu description This section describes the existing menu’s in more detail. Top Menu By scrolling through the top menu with the knob, you will get several views. The top menu Line 1, describes the temperatures of the hot-ends in this format...

  • Page 44: Printer Accessories

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 9 Printer accessories To improve the user experience, we provide several accessories to the printer. The accessories basically enable a good filament guiding. The basic parts are provided in the kit, but the plastic parts have to be printed (only for the DIY kits).

  • Page 45: Filament Roll Off Mechanism (Vertical)

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 9.2 Filament roll off mechanism (vertical) The function of the roll off mechanism is to have the filament roll off smoothly from the spool and to prevent knots during printing. Steps to install the vertical filament roll off mechanism: Mount the clickable part: For more spools just print out another one and mount it like below.

  • Page 46: Filament Roll Off Mechanism (Horizontal)

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 9.3 Filament roll off mechanism (horizontal) The function of the roll off mechanism is to have the filament roll off smoothly from the spool and to prevent knots during printing. Steps to install the filament roll off mechanism: Press the large bearing (there are two needed for dual extruder printers) into the printed part first.

  • Page 47: Faq

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 10 FAQ Q: Which hot-end nozzle temperature do you recommend? A: For small detailed parts in PLA we recommend printing as cold as possible (180 to 190 degC), but for our production prints we print with as high a temperature as possible (195-200 degC), because that increases the strength of the parts.

  • Page 48: Slicers In More Detail

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 11 Slicers in more detail support@FELIXprinters.com www.FELIXprinters.com...

  • Page 49: Maintenance/Optimal Operational Tips

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 12 Maintenance/Optimal operational tips The FELIXprinter is an easy product to maintain and clean. To keep enjoying your FELIXprinter and ensure optimal print performance, regular maintenance is very important. 12.1 General tips for optimal operation Make sure the filament enters the hot-end is clean from dust.

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 13 Troubleshooting This chapter helps to troubleshoot common problems with the printer. Each common issue is described in a table. The tables are organized with the highest probability solutions at the top. PROBLEM: Stopped extrusion after x-layers/Skipped layers/weak strength of parts/Extruder jammed.
  • Page 51 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer issues occur with the PEEK middle isolation part. Try to post drill it with a 2mm drill. PROBLEM: Objects don’t stick to the heated build platform Possible cause Possible solution 1. Is the bed clean? For good bed adhesion of the object the bed must be clean from dirt, dust and grease.
  • Page 52 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer PROBLEM: Display screen is appearing blank Symptom Possible solution No characters are displayed on Make sure connector is placed correctly on control board. the screen Lighting is on, but no characters Contrast of the display is not set-up correctly. Turn the are displayed.

  • Page 53: Safety

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 14 Safety To safely operate the FELIXprinter, we advise that you keep the following safety recommendations in mind: Keep children under the age of 14 out of reach of the FELIXprinter 2. Caution with any moving parts that move in the X, Y and Z direction. At the end of each moving part there is a pinching hazard.

  • Page 54: Appendix: Extra Checks After Assembling Diy Kit For Optimal Operation

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 15 Appendix: Extra checks after assembling DIY kit for optimal operation The following checks are done by our assembly team. The checks are of great importance and ensure optimal operation of your 3d printer.
  • Page 55 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer The following checks are endurance tests which are done before assembled printers are released to our customers. For assembled printers the printed parts generated are supplied with the printer. Printing checks Check All I/O working properly 00_test_thinwall_v3_export.gcode,...

  • Page 56: Appendix: Electronic Schematics

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 16 Appendix: Electronic schematics support@FELIXprinters.com www.FELIXprinters.com...

  • Page 57: Appendix: Material Data Safety Sheet

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 17 Appendix: Material Data Safety Sheet 17.1 PLA Hazards Identification Appearance: Clear, translucent, opaque, pellets. Physical state: Solid Odor: Sweet Potential health effects: Eye contact: Contact with eyes may cause irritation. Skin contact: Substance may cause slight skin irritation.
  • Page 58 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer diarrhoea. Long term toxicity: Did not cause skin allergic reactions in skin sensitization studies using guinea pigs. Specific effects: May cause skin irritation and/or dermatitis. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Inhalation of dust may cause shortness of breath, tightness of the chest, a sore throat and cough.

  • Page 59: Abs

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 17.2 ABS Hazards Identification This product is not classified as dangerous according to EC criteria. First-aid measures Eye Contact: Flush eyes with plenty of water; remove contact lenses after the first 1-2 minutes then continue flushing for several minutes.
  • Page 60 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer protection (EN 407), when needed. Use gloves to protect from mechanical injury. Selection of gloves will depend on the task. Respiratory Protection: In dusty or misty atmospheres, use an approved particulate respirator. Use an approved air- purifying respirator when vapors are generated at increased temperatures or when dust or mist is present.

  • Page 61: Appendix: Symbol- And Indicatorlights Explanation

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 18 Appendix: Symbol- and indicatorlights explanation Symbol/indicator Explanation Warning: High temperatures Pinch hazard. support@FELIXprinters.com www.FELIXprinters.com...

  • Page 62: Appendix: Terms Of Service

    User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 19 Appendix: Terms Of Service 1. Scope a) These Terms and Conditions shall apply to all purchases submitted or to be submitted by you for any item, service or subscription offered to you on or via the FELIXprinters website, a FELIXprinters device or other FELIXprinters application (referred to in these Terms and Conditions as the “Products”), including, but not limited to, (i) hardware devices,...
  • Page 63 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer 6. License, Copyright & Confidentiality a) Subject to these Terms and Conditions, you are granted a license to reproduce in order to install and execute the Software, Services and/or the data, information, functionality or other content (“Content”) provided to you as part of the Hardware or via for personal and private use only on the terms set out in this article 6 (“License”).
  • Page 64 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer the Hardware, neglect or misapplication. The Limited Warranty does not cover physical damage to the surface of the Hardware. d) EXCEPT FOR THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, AND TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, FELIXprinters AND ITS SUPPLIERS PROVIDE THE PRODUCTS “AS IS AND WITH ALL FAULTS”, AND HEREBY DISCLAIM...
  • Page 65 User manual FELIX 3.0 3d printer FELIXprinters is not responsible for the content of any third-party websites or services, any links contained in third-party websites or services, or any changes or updates to third-party websites or services. Where FELIXprinters provides links and/or access to third-party websites and/or services it is only as a convenience to you, and the inclusion of any link or access does not imply an endorsement by FELIXprinters of the third-party site or service.

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