Summary of Contents for 3DBNZ ATLAS 4070
- Page 1 USER MANUAL ATLAS 4030 ATLAS 4070 This guide will take you through the steps to set Version 1.3 up and operate your 3DBNZ ATLAS 3D printer. Revision A...
- Page 2 INTRODUCTION READ THE MANUAL BEFORE POWERING ON THE 3D PRINTER 3DBNZ grants this Warranty to the ATLAS brand Product users. TECHNICAL SUPPORT This Warranty is only valid in the country where the roduct has been purchased originally, as long as it is member of the European Union, For any questions or problems with Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein or Turkey.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
ATLAS SERIES Index SAFETY ......4 PRINTING TIPS ..... 25 Safety Guidelines . -
Page 4: Safety
• All operators should have access to first aid equipment and INTENDED USE know how to use it. Each 3DBNZ ATLAS 3D printer is tested, prior to shipment, to ensure Installation proper functionality. • Connect the printer to the safety-certified power cord supplied •... -
Page 5: Symbols And Warning Labels
ATLAS SERIES Warning Symbols SAFETY AND WARNING SYMBOLS The following stickers have been affixed to the printer to warn users about the hazardous areas of the machine, and actions which are not recommended as they will stop the machine from working properly. Machine serial Warning Symbol Meaning... -
Page 6: Technical Specifications
ATLAS SERIES SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model name ATLAS 4030 ATLAS 4070 MECHANICS Chasis Aluminium Enclosure PLEXYGLASS Kinematics Steel guide with recirculating balls, anti backlash magnetic joints Motors Nema 23 1.8° 1/16 step Motion transmission GT2 6mm belt Endstops Optical Build surface... -
Page 7: Dimensions
ATLAS SERIES DIMENSIONS DIMENSIONS Printer dimensions illustrated below. Note: Dimensions are not considering the filament spool ATLAS 4030 641,55 ATLAS 4030 ATLAS 4070 641,55 ATLAS 4070... -
Page 8: Shipping Crate Contents & Unpacking
Shipping Crate Contents & Unpacking UNPACKING THE PRINTER The 3DBNZ ATLAS printer will arrive in 1 industrial strength wood crate. Please take a moment to review the unpacking procedure to ensure the safety of the unpacker, as well as the printer. -
Page 9: Work Environment
ATLAS SERIES Work Environment INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new device. With it you have chosen a high quality product. During production, this equipment has been checked for quality and subjected to a final inspection. The functionality of your equipment is therefore guaranteed. PRELIMINARY CHECKS Before using, please check that the device is not damaged due to the transportation or due to the condition of preservation. -
Page 10: Initial Setup
ATLAS SERIES Initial Setup PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, is a process of making three-dimensional objects of a variety of shapes and sizes from a digital model. 3D printing is achieved using an additive process, where successive layers of material are heated and melted at the nozzle, extruded and laid down on the build platform ( also known as Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF). - Page 11 In order to ensure the safe packaging and transport of your printer some of the components have been sent unassembled. Before starting to print with the 3DBNZ Atlas printer you need to assemble them in order to complete the setting up process.
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Page 12: Powering On
Using the LCD controls check if the CPU are receiving the signal when triggering each endstop sensor LCD > PROBE > STATUS Contact 3DBNZ if sensors are nonoperational. Do not attempt to operate the printer. TESTING THE AXIS Check that nothing blocks the axis mechanisms (belts, pulleys etc) Ask the printer to go to its know position “home“... -
Page 13: Usb Connection
ATLAS SERIES Initial Setup USB CONNECTION Connection to a host is not necassary to print, if you want more control on the machine use a host software to send Gcodes. From March 2014 ATLAS don’t require drivers. The new firmware supports USB communication (as HID device) and internal SD drive natively, without any necessary files. -
Page 14: Leveling The Bed
ATLAS SERIES Initial Setup LEVELING THE PRINT BED Prior to first printing is imperative to check for correct nozzle height. IMPORTANT: improper height will result in a fail print or damaged glass and/or nozzle. Setting the build to low and the filament will not stick to the build plate, setting it too high the nozzle will be blocked and the filament will jam. -
Page 15: Load Filament
ATLAS SERIES Initial Setup LOAD FILAMENT AND EXTRUDER TEST Position the filament spool roller on top of the printer. Guide the filament through the first PTFE tube then into the extruder. Lower the End effector to make the loading operations easier. LCD >... -
Page 16: Unload Filament
This is not the only method available. Other suggestions include: painter’s tape, glue stick, and hairspray. Note: 3DBNZ recommends using Dimafix or 3DLAC only. Any scented hairspray may contain oils and cause adherence issues on the print bed. -
Page 17: Operating
ATLAS SERIES Operating TEST PRINT Spray a thick coat of Dimafix or 3DLAC fixative glue on the glass build plate while is cold. Preheat the build plate to at least 45°C for PLA and 90°C for ABS. LCD > PREPAE > PREHEAT PREPARE >... -
Page 18: Changing The Nozzle
ATLAS SERIES Operating CHANGING NOZZLE The extruder is hot, handle with care Do not touch the heater cables with metal while heating is on. Do not turn off the machine if the hotend temperature is above 50°C Tools needed: • 7 mm wrench or Socket Wrench •... -
Page 19: Cleaning The Nozzle
ATLAS SERIES Operating CLEANING THE NOZZLE Use extreme caution when maintaining or operating heated machinery. The nozzle must be heated to 180º C ( minimum ) when cleaning. When to clean the nozzle: • When filament is not flowing smoothly •... -
Page 20: Lcd Control Unit Operation
ATLAS SERIES Operating LCD CONTROL UNIT OPERATION There are three main functions of the LCD Control Unit: Prepare the printer for printing Manual control—both prior-to and during printing Starting a print from the SD card Use the button / knob combination to select and scroll through the screen options. PLAY Opens the PLAY menu CUSTOM... -
Page 21: Source Files
Source Files & Typical Work Flow SOURCE FILES The 3DBNZ ATLAS printer produces three dimensional objects using the FFF—Fused Filament Fabrication—type of 3D printing. The file type that the ATLAS printer requires is .gcode, which is created from 3D model. -
Page 22: Preparing Files For Use
ATLAS SERIES Preparing files for Use PREPARING FILE FOR USE Before a 3D model can be printed on the ATLAS printer, two things must be done. 1. The CAD model must be converted to either an .stl file, and; 2. The resulting .stl file must be processed and sliced in 3D printing software and output as .gcode. Print, using the Import resulting Apply process... -
Page 23: Basic Slicing Parameters
ATLAS SERIES Preparing files for Use BASIC SLICING PARAMETERS Below the base setting you can use as a starting point to create your own profiles Parameter value Filament Diameter 1.75 mm Extruder Diameter 0.4 mm Extrusion Multiplier Layer Height 0.18 mm Top Solid Layers Bottom Solid Layers Perimeter Outlines... -
Page 24: 3D Printing Materials
ATLAS SERIES 3D Printing Materials 3D PRINTING MATERIALS Recommended Material Extruder Temp Bed Temp The Atlas printer uses ‘open source’ materials meaning there are many different materials and manufacturers that can be used. 195-210° C 45-80° C 240-260° C 70-90° C Here are a few guidelines when choosing filament: 220-230°... -
Page 25: Printing Tips
ATLAS SERIES Printing Tips MEASURE THE FILAMENT The standard nozzle for ATLAS printer is 0.4 mm which requires 1.75 mm filament. However, filament diameters vary depending on manufacturer. For consistent layer resolution and high print quality, measurements are recommended. Measure the filament diameter with a micrometer in several areas along the filament roll. -
Page 26: Getting A Good First Layer
ATLAS SERIES Printing Tips GETTING A GOOD FIRST LAYER The first layer IS the most important layer of any print and perhaps the most difficult. A good first layer is vital to the success of your print. Stop Gap Too Large Qualities of a good first layer include: •... -
Page 27: Supported Commands
ATLAS SERIES Supported Commands G-Code Description Example Move to the given coordinates. To the contrary of G1, if there is a tool it will most of the time be off during this G0 X10 Y-5 F100 kind of move. This is a "go to" move rather than a "do while going to" move. The F parameter defines speed and is remembered by subsequent commands ( specified in millimetres/minute ) (command is modal) Move to the given coordinates, see above for difference with G0. - Page 28 ATLAS SERIES Supported Commands M119 Show limit switch status M119 M120 "Push" the current feed-rate and seek-rate so that another one can be temporarily used, then the current one can M120 be restored M121 "Pop" the current feed-rate and seek-rate, see M120 M121 M140 Set Bed Temperature - S<temperature>...
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Page 29: Warranty, Service, And Support
Some of the trademarks, trade names, service marks and logotypes (the “Trademarks”) used are registered and unregistered trademarks, trade names and services marks that are the property of 3DBNZ and its partners. Nothing contained in this manual grants or should be construed as granting, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license or right to use any Trademark without the written permission of 3DBNZ. -
Page 30: Eu Warranty
Products. Likewise, 3DBNZ The amendment may consist in the repair, part replacements refuses any indirect, incidental, collateral damage by the use of its. -
Page 31: Non Eu Warranty
(unless the current legislation states it otherwise). expenses due to the use of any of its Products. Likewise, 3DBNZ refuses any indirect, incidental, collateral damage by the use of its 3DBNZ or the authorized service company, depending on Products. - Page 32 Thank you, print responsibly. Contact: info@3dbnz.com www.3dbnz.com...