Using Zp 250 Powder; Machine Setup; Software Setup - Z Corporation ZPrinter 310 User Manual

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zp250 powder is formulated for Z Corporation 3D Printers utilizing the Hewlett Packard print head technology -
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the ZPrinter 310, Z 406, and Z810 3D Printers. Specifically formulated to have an open matrix to absorb
infiltration resins, zp250 powder is an extremely versatile, composite-based powder used to fabricate models
with plastic flexural properties which are ideal for snap fit applications. It can be used as your sole powder to
fulfill a number of application needs. zp250 powder is best suited for monochrome parts. It is also recommended
for parts that have a wall thickness that is greater than 0.06" (1.5 mm).
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ACHINE ETUP
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Remove all of the powder currently in the ZPrinter 310 (feed piston, build piston, overflow bin).
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Remove all powder in the depowdering unit and install a new vacuum bag in the vacuum unit.
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Check to see if the binder solution currently being used is compatible with zp250 powder. If you are not
currently using zb56 binder, replace the current binder with zb56 binder then flush and purge the fluids
system in accordance with your respective printer's user manual. zb56 binder is the required binder
system for zp250 powder.
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Fill the feed piston with zp250 powder. ZPrinter 310 users may use the removable build plate (Z Corp.
part number 06302) to aid in the removal of the 3D printed part after the build is completed. Place the
build plate onto the build piston and lower the build piston until the top surface of the removable build
plate is slightly below the surface of the top deck of the 3D printer to make certain that the spread roller
does not hit the build plate.
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OFTWARE ETUP
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ZPrint Software version 6.2 or higher should be used when printing
with zp250 powder. To check the version of ZPrint Software
currently installed select "About Z Corporation Software" from the
Help Menu. If ZPrint version 6.2 or higher is not installed contact
the Z Corporation Service Department for an upgrade at
service@zcorp.com.
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Due to the nature of the open powder matrix of zp250 powder, and
its capacity to absorb Z-Snap or Z-Max epoxy infiltrant, the use of
a fixture generated in ZPrint Software is recommended for parts with a wall thickness less than 0.25"
(6.35mm) on the ZPrinter 310. For a complete explanation of how to use the "Make Fixture" function in
ZPrint Software refer to the ZPrint Software Manual. Fixtures used as cradles for zp250 powder parts
should be built with the following parameters:
Clearance
Top Surface Thickness
Wall Thickness
Distance Between Wall by X
Distance Between Wall by Y
Accuracy Coefficient
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OWDER
0.125" – 0.25" (3.175 – 6.35 mm)
0.1" – 0.25" (2.54 – 6.35 mm)
0.1" – 0.25" (2.54 – 6.35 mm)
0.5" – 1.0" (12.7 – 25.4 mm)
0.5" – 1.0" (12.7 – 25.4 mm)
High enough to avoid collisions between the part and the fixture (e.g. 8)
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