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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2. Connectingand turning the printer on 3. Preparing the operating platform 3.1. Calibrating the working area 4. Handling the material 4.1. Installing the material 4.1.1. Material installation is unsuccessful 4.2. Removing the material version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 3...
  • Page 4 6. Advanced settings 6.1. Access to advanced settings 6.2. Setting edition window 6.3. Profile sharing 6.4. Advanced profiles step-by-step 7. Support and updates 7.1. Support 7.2. Updating print profiles 7.3. Software updates 7.4. Update statuses 4 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
  • Page 5 1. Autocalibration and autocompensation VIII MAINTENANCE 1. Indications for calibrating the heatbed 2. Dual-head module calibration 2.1. Precision axes alignment 2.2. X, Y calibration, dual-head module offset 3. System errors and troubleshooting IX GLOSSARY version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 5...

  • Page 6: I Introduction

    This plastic material is a consumable of the printer. It has the form of a plastic filament (wire, string) of a specific diameter which is wound on a spool (fig. 1). 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 uses 1.75 mm diameter filament only.

  • Page 7: Warning Signs

    The 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer is equipped with two extruders and two printing heads. It makes possible to use two materials in a single printed model. This solution allows for: • printing two-colored models, • printing functional models combining the features of two specific materials in a desired way, •...

  • Page 8: Auxiliary Symbols Used In This Manual

    It is necessary to put on the provided gloves in order to carry out the described operation. 4. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The information provided below describes the correct operation conditions for the 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer. Failure to observe the indications and contraindications can reduce the printer life, void the warranty or endanger users’ health.

  • Page 9: Carrying The Device

    • devices should not be carried by children and older persons due to its considerable weight (140 kg). It is recommend- ed that the printer is carried by at least 4 people. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 9...
  • Page 10 Fig. 4. Position of lifting handles. handle handle handle handle Fig. 5. Position of lifting handles. 10 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 11: Choosing The Right Site For Installation

    • it is recommended to use a UPS to prevent from interrupting printing process in the event of temporary power failure. Fig. 6. Maximum dimensions of 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer – front view. Fig. 7. Maximum dimensions of 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer – top view.

  • Page 12: Connection Specifications

    Prior to each startup make sure that all the following requirements and actions are met: • check if cables are free from any tears or visible damage. In case of any damage to cables report it to 3DGence technical support immediately. At the same time it is prohibited to connect the device to the mains and/or make any repairs on your own, •...

  • Page 13: Device Description

    1. PRINTER CONSTRUCTION To facilitate the operation of 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer and to make reading and understanding the rest of manual easier, you will find a number of figures below including the descriptions of the most important device components. Re- ferring to figures and terms will make it easier to understand the terms used in 3D printing.
  • Page 14 Fig. 10. 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 (left side view): 7. Emergency stop button | 8. NFC reader | 9. Thermostat display 10. Filament chamber cover handle | 11. Filament chamber’s door 14 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
  • Page 15 Fig. 11. 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 (rear view): 12. Service cover | 13. Fuse | 14. Power cable slot version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 15...
  • Page 16 Fig. 12. 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 (right view): 15. USB A port | 16. USB B port 16 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
  • Page 17 Fig. 13. 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 (top view): 17. Filament chamber cover | 18. Heatbed | 19. Dual-head module 20. Rectangular bellows | 21. Working chamber’s doors version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 17...
  • Page 18 Fig. 14. 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 (izometric view): 22. Filament spool holder | 23. Protective cover 24. SD card slot | 25. Heatbed 18 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
  • Page 19 Fig. 15. 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 (front view): 26. SD card slot | 27. LCD display 28. Heatbed | 29. Dual-head module | 30. Power button version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 19...

  • Page 20: Kinematic System

    CAUTION: Perform all the operations related to print removal, table extension and its re-locking wearing protective gloves and only when the device is cooled down completely! 20 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 21: Filament Chamber

    Fig. 17. 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 heatbed. 1.4. Filament chamber The 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer is fitted with a heated filament chamber. The filament chamber is used to keep the filaments in the increased temperature environment. This protects the filaments against getting damp, changing param- eters and dimensions.

  • Page 22: Extruder Chamber

    1.6. Dual-head module The 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer is fitted with two hotends installed in a revolver-based, modular system. The module fitted with two hotends can be quickly and easily removed from the device and replaced with a new one suitable for printing with other materials.

  • Page 23: Power Supply Management

    Preparing for operation, section 2. CAUTION: if the printer does not respond to printer power switch it may mean that the emergency stop button is activated. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 23...

  • Page 24: Emergency Stop Button

    Pressing the button results in immediate power cut-off to all motors, heaters and the controller. After pressing, the button remains in the pressed position until it is turned clockwise. The device operation is disabled until the emergency stop button is reset. Fig. 22. Location of the emergency stop button (1). 24 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 25: Memory Card

    3. USER INTERFACE 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer is equipped with a 5-inch color, touch screen, located on the left of its front wall. It makes an interface for providing communication with the device by using a clear graphical menu. The device menu has a different appearance depending on printer operating status (operation or standby).

  • Page 26: Standby Menu

    Once the initialization is completed, the display shows a main standby menu: The left side of the menu shows information on temperatures and the status of print cooling fans. They are from top to bottom: 26 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
  • Page 27 Pressing the PRINT key results in starting the print process of the selected file. The SD card manager can interpret folders stored on the card – to open a folder press the PRINT key after indicating a desired folder. The folder content is displayed. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 27...
  • Page 28 All the information included in this screen is presented separately – on the left for extruder 0, while on the right for ex- truder 1. The following description is related to material coming from the 3DGence Base of Certified Materials. Other cases are considered in OPERATING THE DEVICE chapter, section 4.
  • Page 29 In some cases using the options listed above results in homing the Z axis, and then setting it in a desired position. It can lead to damage to the device! MENU The MENU key in standby mode triggers different advanced options of the 3DGence INDUSTRY printer. They are described in detail below: PREPARE The PREPARE key sends the operator to menu for printer preparation operations.
  • Page 30 By pressing + and – keys you can increase or decrease the quantity of material fed to improve the quality of printed components. It is not recommended to introduce changes exceeding 5%. Temperatures – sends the operator to the control screen of all device heaters: 30 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
  • Page 31 Fan Speed – the screen allowing for variable adjustment of current power level of the print cooling fans. By pressing +/- users can make adjustment, while by pressing RESET the default value can be restored. CALIBRATION CALIBRATION menu includes settings and parameters for device calibration: version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 31...
  • Page 32 A proper calibration for deviations in Z axis are of key importance for supporting structures to perform their functions properly. The calibration of differences in nozzle height can be performed by using the tool described below, being the second item of PRINTING MODULE CALIBRATION menu. 32 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
  • Page 33 Y Position – defines the distance between the autocompensation measure point and the homing base in axis Y. By mod- ifying this value it is possible to move the measuring point along Y axis. RESET – restores default values for this menu. SAVE – saves all introduced changes to device memory. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 33...
  • Page 34 CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION menu is used to set up the 3DGence INDUSTRY printer. It includes the following settings: LIGHTS – settings for printer working area lighting. Default lighting, in the form of 2 LED strips placed in the printer cham- ber is enabled all the time. One exception is sleep mode, described below. By using the LIGHTS option you can turn on/ off the working area lighting.
  • Page 35 FACTORY RESET command cannot be restored – they should be re-entered manually. The command also deletes the autocompensation matrix and all the Offset settings. It will be required to re-scan the printing bed and calibrate the dual-head module. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 35...

  • Page 36: Menu During Operation

    3.2 Menu during operation The 3DGence INDUSTRY printer menu is subject to significant changes when the device is in printing mode. Some menu options available in the standby mode are unavailable during printing. The description of all menu aspects in the operation mode is available below.
  • Page 37 Lower Bed, designed to adjust the height of the first print layer. MENU – functions available from the menu key level are subject to change during the operation of 3DGence INDUSTRY printer and refer only to settings that can affect the course of printing in progress.

  • Page 38: Menu Structure

    PRINT and PREPARE menus are illustrated in MAIN menu schematic diagram – they include only commands with no reference to successive screens. Commands are marked in bright red – using one of this field triggers a specific printer response. Selecting white fields leads to subsequent menu levels. 38 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
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  • Page 40 TUNE Speed override Flow override Temperatures Fan Settings Fan Speed BACK Fan enabled/disable d Tool 0 Fan override ON/OFF RESET Tool 1 BACK BACK BACK Chamber BACK BACK 40 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
  • Page 41 Measure T1 offset Print Y Probe position Y Reset to default Reset to default Reset Save Save Save BACK BACK BACK ORIGINAL XY PRINT XY RESET RESET RESET RESET BACK BACK BACK BACK version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 41...
  • Page 42 Force sensor value Auto tool change RESET Drivers temp. value Endstop X Defect threshold BACK/POWRÓT Endstop Y BACK/POWRÓT Endstop Z NFC address Filament weight 1 RESET Filament weight 2 Encoder 1 BACK/POWRÓT Encoder 2 BACK 42 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
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  • Page 44: Preparing To Operation

    UNPACKING THE PRINTER The 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer is protected for transportation with a wooden box integrated with its pallet. Use a pallet truck, possibly with a jack to carry the box to the installation site. CAUTION: Because the device is pretty heavy – 140 kg – use caution while moving and installing the device. Do not make any attempts to install or move the device with fewer than 4 persons.
  • Page 45 6. To start the printer, press the power switch located at the bottom on the right front of the printer. It will turn the working area lighting on and will initialize printer display. Once the main printer menu loading is completed, the device is ready to operation. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 45...

  • Page 46: Preparing The Operating Platform

    3. PREPARING THE OPERATING PLATFORM The 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer is fitted with a ceramic working table. This solution guarantees good adhesion of the first print layer and facilitates removing the model when the print process is completed. After transportation, the table surface can be covered with residual amount of greases or dust, and it should be cleaned.

  • Page 47: Handling The Material

    Fig. 25. Z axis endstop and stopper located on the right of the bed. 4. HANDLING THE MATERIAL 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer is fitted with the Smart Material Manager system that facilitates working with various plastics. Below there are procedures of installing and removing filaments for recommended materials provided in the Base of Certified Materials.
  • Page 48 By turning the encoder wheel clockwise place the filament at the height of the extruder knurl as shown in the following figure. Fig. 27. Proper filament position during loading. 48 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 49: Material Installation Is Unsuccessful

    At the beginning the material is extruded – it will make easier to retract the material from the head at the next step. 4. Open the extruder and remove the remaining filament by hand. Confirm successful operation by pressing the „OK” key. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 49...

  • Page 50: Operating The Device (First Print)

    1. RUNNING A PRESET CODE FROM A MEMORY CARD The set of 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer includes an SD card. In factory the card was loaded with 2 machine codes allowing to familiarize with device operation, at the same time assisting the calibration process.
  • Page 51 It causes a poor adhesion of the ma- terial to the heatbed. It may lead to the model to be peeled off during printing. It’s an indication to recalibrate the heatbed. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 51...

  • Page 52: Removing Printed Models

    Fig. 28. Correct operations necessary to remove the model from the printer. CAUTION: it is not recommended to touch the surface of working table with bare hands. It will contaminate the working table surface resulting in next prints adhering to its surface. Use clean protective gloves. 52 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 53: Smart Material Manager

    4. SMART MATERIAL MANAGER Smart Material Manager is a system developed by 3DGence to help operating the 3D printer by using NFC (Near Field Communication) tag system on dedicated printing materials, built in the scale spool holders, material use subsystem and proper software functions.

  • Page 54: Cleaning

    While degreasing pay special attention so as not to expose the printer components made of plastics and painted to the sol- vent, because it may lead to their damage. 6. Wait until the solvent evaporates. 54 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 55: Sleep Mode

    CAUTION: Solvent containers are provided with work safety instructions. They should be unconditionally ob- served – vapors can be harmful. 6. SLEEP MODE The 3DGence INDUSTRY printer offers a sleep mode that significantly reduces power consumption when the printer is idle for a specific period of time. Sleep mode (fig. 29): •...

  • Page 56: Software

    V SOFTWARE 1. INTRODUCTION Dedicated 3DGence Slicer software with a pre-defined print profiles for specific materials was prepared for 3DGence printers. This software is designed for preparing machine codes, i.e. gcode, based on CAD files in STL and OBJ format.

  • Page 57: Quick Start

    8. Save the executable .gcode file to SD card with the „Save File” button which replaces the „Prepare to print” button in the bottom right corner. 9. The file can be read out in the printer control panel. The file will be accessable from the printers „Print” menu. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 57...

  • Page 58: Main Software Interface

    You can also use the function of dragging .stl files onto the main software window. The models can be removed from the workspace by left-clicking them and using „Delete Model” button or pressing Delete or Backspace on the keyboard. Delete Model: deletes a currently selected model. View: camera settings can be changed. 58 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
  • Page 59 The starting point (0,0,0) is calculated from the buildplate centre. The „Place” button enables to place the model on the buildplate. It is not possible to select the wall the model is to be placed on, other than rotating in manually. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 59...
  • Page 60 The „Uniform” button , when activated, will apply the scaling factor to all axis of the model simultaneously. The „Reset” button restores the initial model scaling values used when loading .stl file. The models are scaled along a selected printer axis. Rotate: this enables rotation of the model. 60 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 61: Status Bar

    4.5 Print profile selection buttons The buttons enables selection of the machine and print its appropriate settings. Printer: here you can select the printer that you would like to print the model on. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 61...
  • Page 62 To use the latest profiles and full material base, we recommend ena- bling automatic updates. Visual Quality: enables the user to change the settings related to the visual quality of models. 62 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...
  • Page 63 Additions: quick access to advanced options impacting the model size (offsets), the minimum overhang angle in relation to the builplate to be used for the generating supports and cooling parameters. For most printouts this option should be set to Auto. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 63...

  • Page 64: Loaded Model

    The intersecting models will be printed but with possible errors. The models not fitting the workspace will not be printed. Before printing, they should be divided into smaller parts. 64 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 65: Virtual Buildplate Of The Machine

    The model and print profile modification options are blocked. To change them, return to the main interface. 1. View options. 2. Previewing active model layer. 3. Return to the main interface function. 4. Representation of anticipated material paths from .gcode file. 5. Status bar. 6. .gcode file saving button. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 65...

  • Page 66: View Options

    If you use more than one model, the name will be generated based on the current date and time. 66 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 67: Advanced Settings

    Cura software community. The function names and operation are identical as in the Cura software. The profiles for the Cura software are not compatible with 3DGence Slicer profiles as the software operates in a different way but they can be rewritten using the profile edition option.

  • Page 68: Setting Edition Window

    If the user has improved the quality of printing on the material, the producer will also initiate activities to update the official profiles to include such changes. 68 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 69: Advanced Profiles Step-By-Step

    6.4 Advanced profiles step-by-step 1. Select „Custom” profile from the profile list. 2. Confirm the threat warning message. 3. Select your advanced setup file. Make sure the profile is prepared for the printer you own. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 69...
  • Page 70 4. Settings edition window will appear. To save and activate press „Save and Activate”. 5. Activating the Custom profile will prevent you from changing predefined print quality settings. 6. Prepare your file with the „Prepare to print” button. 70 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 71: Support And Updates

    7.1 Support The recommended way to obtain any support related to the software and print quality is to use the link under 3DGence but- ton in the top left corner of the software window. The producer guarantees the highest possible quality of models produced with the dedicated software and materials.

  • Page 72: Updating Print Profiles

    7.3 Software update 3DGence Slicer software updates should be installed manually, using the installer file available on the producers website. With the enabled automatic updates of the print profiles, the software checks for any new version upon each boot-up. On the same station, several software versions may be installed simultaneously with no adverse effects.

  • Page 73: Dual-Head Module

    By default, the 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer is fitted with one STANDARD printing module. This is a module adapted for printing using ABS and HIPS materials. The modular structure of the system allows users to take advantage of other modules, including HIGH-TEMP or ECO.

  • Page 74: Unit Installation And Replacement

    CAUTION: the module must not be installed or removed from the device while the power is on! It may result in damage to the printer. Fig. 37. Schematic diagram of the printing module. 74 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 74...

  • Page 75: Installing The Module

    7. Turn the printer off. By following the guidelines described in subsection INSTALLING THE MODULE, install a new module. Make sure that the module is tightened correctly. 8. After installing a new module, connect PTFE tubing the same way as they were connected previously. version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 75...

  • Page 76: Additional Information

    The 3DGence INDUSTRY printer is fitted with advanced autocalibration algorithm and bed autocompensation. To provide a proper autocompensation operation it is necessary to perform table scanning. Below we described the principle of operation for the procedure.

  • Page 77: Maintenance

    2.1. Precision axes alignment The 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer, as one of the few, is fitted with a unique system for high precision dimensional cor- rection of the printed model. The device is factory calibrated for ABS printing material at an accuracy of 0.1 mm. During printing by using materials with different thermal shrinkage it maybe necessary to perform a dimensional correction.
  • Page 78 4. By pressing the keys + and – for each box (Original X, Original Y, Print X and Print Y) enter an appropriate value. Once the input- ting is completed, press the Save button. Thanks to this procedure, the next print from the already calibrated material will be performed with a material shrinkage com- pensation in axes X and Y. 78 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 79: X, Y Calibration, Dual-Head Module Offset

    After finishing the printing process, the user should visually inspect the printout. In case of presence of a rift between the material 1 and 2 within the X/Y axes, the offsets have to be calibrated. Even minimal rift requires adjustments due to the fact that the Industry F340 printer has a possibility to calibrate the offsets to 0.01 mm. GOOD Fig.
  • Page 80 The width of rafts within both axes was measured on a printed model, the result: 0,6 mm in X axis and 0.4 mm in Y axis. Complying to the axes turnaround, the user should set the offset to -0.6 mm for the X and -0.4 mm for the Y, then save the adjustment. 80 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 81: System Errors And Troubleshooting

    The printer takes the measurements of tool height correction by using a force sensor. The measurement is performed with a repetition to test repeatability and the measurement accuracy. If the accuracy exceeds the tolerance (0.02 mm), then the version 1.0/07.2017 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 | 81...
  • Page 82 LCD Fail – communication error of the printer LCD operating panel In case of error, please contact the technical support department. UI Engine Fail – display error of the LCD operating panel driver In case of error, please contact the technical support department. 82 | 3DGence INDUSTRY F340...

  • Page 83: Glossary

    – a head component coming into direct contact with the print. The nozzle heated to temperature specific for a material makes it flow and forms a thread of plastic with a rated nozzle diameter. The 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer as standard is equipped with a 0.4 mm nozzle.
  • Page 84 – a part of the 3D printer working in the FFF technology. It is designed to feed the filament at a strictly defined rate, and consequently – quantity. The 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer is fitted with a Bowden type extruder. It means that extru- der motors are located beyond the moving printer parts, leading material to the head via the PTFE tubing.
  • Page 85 Support – is a support added by a model designer or a slicing software (3DGence Slicer) in order to form a supporting frame for the parts of the model suspended in the air. A correctly made support is not a part of a model and can be easily removed once the print is completed.
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