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FSL3D Pegasus Touch Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2 Owner’s Manual Pegasus Touch 3D Printer R0.9 – July 22, 2014 © 2014 Full Spectrum Laser 3D, LLC http://fsl3d.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..................5 Icons Used in This Manual ............5 Part 1: Safety .................. 6 Overview ..................6 Laser safety ................. 7 Compliance Statement ..............8 General Precautions ..............9 W ork Area ................. 9 Resin ..................9 Isopropyl Alcohol ..............10 Part 2: Getting Started ..............
  • Page 4 Part 6: RetinaCreate ..............31 Overview ................... 31 Scene ..................32 Part 7: Maintenance ..............33 Pegasus Touch Laser 3D Printer Care .......... 33 Removing cured pi eces from failed prints ........33 Transportation ................34 Resin Care ................. 34 Appendix A: Troubleshooting ............

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a Pegasus Touch Laser 3D Printer by FSL3D. It is our wish that this product adds value to your business or hobby activities for years to come. Please take time to read this manual in its entirety to safely use your device to its full potential.

  • Page 6: Part 1: Safety

    Please carefully read all instructions before attempting to operate your 3D printer. Use only printing materials from FSL3D or approved partners. Use of other materials may damage your machine or void your warranty. Modifying the printer without FSL3D’s approval will invalidate the warranty and may pose a health hazard.

  • Page 7: Laser Safety

    Overriding the interlock system can expose you to Class 3B Laser Radiation. The Pegasus Touch 3D printer is a Class 1 Laser System. The printer case has a safety interlock switch that deactivates the laser if the cover is...

  • Page 8: Compliance Statement

    200mW CW MAXIMUM 405nm Compliance Statement The Pegasus Touch 3D printer is a Class 1 Laser Product, as defined in International Standard IEC 60825 -1. Pegasus Touch complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11, the Federal Performance Standards for Light -Emitting Products, except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.

  • Page 9: General Precautions

    Resin FSL3D photopolymer resin is a mild irritant: Treat it with the same care as you would any household chemical and follow standard safety procedures and FSL3D handling instructions.

  • Page 10: Isopropyl Alcohol

    Isopropyl Alcohol Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) is commonly used to remove uncured resin to finish parts (see Part 4: Finishing Steps). FSL3D does not manufacture or sell IPA. Standard 99% IPA is available from Amazon or your local grocery/convenience store. Please read and follow all usage and safety instructions provided with the IPA that you purchase.

  • Page 11: Part 2: Getting Started

    Overview The following section is a brief guide to getting up and running. Setup of the Pegasus Touch usually takes less than 10 minutes, but there are a few things to take care of before it arrives:  Install RetinaCreate software ...

  • Page 12: Parts And Accessories

    Parts and Accessories The Pegasus Touch includes the f ollowing parts and accessories . Some parts for the printer are shipped separately. These include the Build Platform, Power Cable, Ethernet Cable, and Starter Resin. If anything is missing, please email support.

  • Page 13: Setup

    4. Plug the DC barrel connector into the power port on the machine. 5. The machine should boot within 90 seconds. The Pegasus Touch can get print data from one of five sources: 1. Over Ethernet from the RetinaCreate job preparation and machine management software.
  • Page 14 F i g u r e 1 - E x t e r i o r V i e w...
  • Page 15 Figure 2 - Interior View...
  • Page 16 Figure 3 - Connections...
  • Page 17  Push back on the vat to return to the printer until you feel the click.  Pour resin into the tank. Use only FSL3D approved resin . Otherwise, your machine may be damaged and warranty voided. In addition, the RetinaCreate software license is valid only with use with materials f rom FSL3D or approved partners.

  • Page 18: Double Check

    Build platform ● Always place a 9”x14.5” cutting board over the vat before removing the build platform to avoid resin drips over the front of the machine. ● To remove the build platform , loosen the large thumbscrew enough so the build head slides out. It is not necessary to fully remove the hand screw.

  • Page 19: Retinacreate (Software) Installation

    Ens ure you read, understand, and agree to the terms in the End User Licensing Agreement. Remember that the RetinaCreate software license is valid only when used with printers and materials from FSL3D or approved partners.

  • Page 20: Part 3: Printing

    Part 3: Printing Add a model Open RetinaCreate and select Add Model under the Scene menu. Load the model you want to print. RetinaCreate supports .stl and .obj files. The box with grid lines on the bottom in the middle of your screen represents the build platform the printer.

  • Page 21: Pan

    To move the screen view as a whole, press the mouse wheel down and move the mouse around. Moving and Orienting Models Moving and Sizing Click on the model and you will see red, green, and black arrows surrounding the model. Red and green arrows are to move the model in the direction where they are pointing to.

  • Page 22: Generate Supports

    Generate Supports Supports are important for a successful print, especially for models with overhangs. For now, you only have one model to print. Select Support All under the Scene menu. RetinaCreate will generate supports with a b ase for your model. The drop-down menu will be covered in depth in Part 6. Manual Support Modification Clicking on a support will select it;...

  • Page 23: Print

    Print RetinaCreate displays the connected printers on the upper left side of your screen. You will see green circ les, the word ‘Idle’, and the printer’s IP address when the printer is ready. Click the green circle with a triangle to start printing.

  • Page 24: Part 4: After Printing

    Part 4: After Printing Removing the Build Platform  W hen the model has finished printing, wait at least 10 minutes to allow excess resin to drip out before opening the lid .  Insert a 9.5"x14.5" cutting board and lay it on top of the vat. Always insert the cutting board before removing the build platform to avoid dripping resin inside the machine.

  • Page 25: Post-Curing

    ○ You may use 220 -1500 sandpaper to sand away any unwanted marks after the model is fully dry. ○ Clean sanding dust from the model with isopropyl alcohol. ○ You may want to clear-coat or paint the model as desired. ●...

  • Page 26: Part 5: Touch Screen Interface

    Figure 5-1: The Pegasus Touch home screen. The top left icon opens the FSL3D App Store. The Ethernet icon in the top center -right opens up the network configuration window. The gear in the top right opens up the calibration screen.

  • Page 27: Pause/Play And Stop

    FSL3D customer support. The printer's laser can be recalibrated manually. A printable calibration sheet file is available at fsl3d.com. This sheet consists of a collection of twenty-five dots the span the b uild area of the Pegasus Touch.
  • Page 28 and optionally tape it in place. Insert the resin vat into the printer and close the printer's lid. Next you will need to steer the laser to each of the 25 calibration points in the proper order. Turn on the laser by pressing the "Laser On" button in the top right.

  • Page 29: Calibrate Motor

    WARNING: Misuse of the Calibration Screen can permanently damage your printer. Generally, you should not have to use the Calibration Screen unless directed to by FSL3D customer support. The printer’s motor can be recalibrated manually. This will reset the starting z-level of the build plate in future prints. This can become necessary after moving the printer or exposing it to temperature changes.

  • Page 30: Fsl3D App Store

    FSL3D App Store The FSL3D logo in the top left of the home screen is a button which opens up the FSL3D App Store. You can only connect to the app store with a working internet connection. From the FS L3D App Store, you can browse printable models and print directly from the web.

  • Page 31: Part 6: Retinacreate

    Overview RetinaCreate is an easy to use program for preparing 3D models for printing on your Pegasus Touch. RetinaCreate is intended only to facilitate printing objects --it is not a general purpose 3D editing program. It includes basic 3D manipulation tools for part placement, orientation, and size.

  • Page 32: Scene

    Scene  Add Model: Loads the desired STL model into the workspace.  Save Scene: Saves the entire scene, including supports and advanced options.  Load Scene: Loads a whole scene, including supports and advanced options from a file.  Clear Scene: Deletes the entire scene. Test patterns will remain. ...

  • Page 33: Part 7: Maintenance

    Part 7: Maintenance Pegasus Touch Laser 3D Printer Care To keep the body of Pegasus clean, use microfiber cloth to wipe the outside. If you want shine for the cover, use products specifically recommended for acrylic (e .g. Novus #1). Avoid products that contain ammonia (e.g.

  • Page 34: Transportation

    Transportation  To transport the printer, please follow the instructions below.  Clean excess resin from the build platform with isopropyl alcohol and paper towels.  W rap the build platform in plastic wrap and reattach to the printer.  Clean the resin tray as instructed in next part, wrap the tray and put it back in the printer.
  • Page 35 Spills ● Clean up immediately before resin hardens. ● To clean printer body and mirrors: use isopropyl alcohol and paper towels, or clean microfiber cloths. ● Use only First Contact Polymer solution to clean mirrors - never clean the mirrors with solvents ●...

  • Page 36: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Appendix A: Troubleshooting Hardw are Issue: Machine does not recognize closed cover Solution: Adjustment of the cover may be necessary to position the magnet over the sensor. Issue: Prints fail to adhere to build plate Solution: The vat leveling screws may need adjustment to ensure flat contact against the build plate.

  • Page 37: Appendix B: Warranty Statement

    Appendix B: Warranty Statement FSL3D warranties the Pegasus Touch 3D Laser printer for a base period of 90 days. Extended warranty periods are available at the time of purchase. Covered parts: The following parts are covered during the warranty period: laser diode,...
  • Page 38 3rd party distributor/reseller return policy. Shipping Expenses W ithin the first 30 days, FSL3D will replace or repair any defective parts free of charge and pay for ground shipping of parts if you paid FSL3D for shipping on your order. Overnight shipping is available at extra charge.
  • Page 39 Advance Replacement Policy W ithin the first 30 days, FSL3D will advance replace any failed part free of charge After the first 30 days, all defective parts must be returned to FSL postage paid for evaluation before replacements are issued unl ess otherwise authorized.

  • Page 40: Appendix C: Pegasus Touch Specifications

    Appendix C: Pegasus Touch Specifications  Technology: 405nm solid state diode laser cured liquid resin  Average Laser Beam Spot Size: ~80um FW HM  XY Position Control: 16 bit Digital to Analog Converter (DAC) to closed loop galvanometer (3 micron positioning resolution) ...

  • Page 41: Appendix D: Material Safety Data (Resin)

    Eye contact: Skin contact causes eye damage. Skin contact: May cause skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged dermal contact may cause sensitization by skin contact. www.fsl3d.com • 702-802-3100 First Aid Measures Oral Exposure: If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious.
  • Page 42 Environmental precautions: Keep out of drains and waterways. Methods for cleaning up: Absorb with an inert material and then place in a chemical waste container, and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site www.fsl3d.com • 702-802-3100 after material pickup is complete. Handling and Storage Handling: User Exposure: Do not breathe vapor.
  • Page 43 Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Transport Information Not regulated for transportation. www.fsl3d.com • 702-802-3100 Regulatory Information OSHA Hazards: Carcinogen, Target Organ Effect, Harmful by ingestion, Toxic by skin absorption, Skin sensitive, Corrosive US Classification and label Text Indication of Danger: Irritant.

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