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====== FormCure UV Curing Station ======

^                   FormCure                         ^
|            {{ :tools:formcureuv:formcureuv.png?nolink&200 |}}         |                                                 
| **Tool Type:**                  Post-processing                       |
| **Location:**                   Innovation Workshop                          |




| **Description:**                FormLabs UV curing chamber                           |
| **Manufacturer:**               FormLabs                       |

Last updated 1/5/23 Haley
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===== About =====

After your FormLabs print has gone through the FormWash, the resin should be cured in the FormCure, a UV curing chamber. Each resin has a specific hardening curve that can be found within the reference material. This will help you indicate the ideal time and temperature to be set on the FormCure.

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===== Safety Concerns =====

  * Allow at least half an hour for IPA to evaporate before placing part in FormCure
  * Allow time for the Form Cure to cool off before removing parts
  * Do not operate form cure with lid open

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===== Operating Procedures =====

  - Any part to be cured needs to be washed in the FormWash with IPA BEFORE being placed in the form cure. Supports can be removed before or after curing process.
  - Wait 30 minutes after washing to allow all remaining IPA to evaporate
  - Check the reference material for selected resin to determine ideal time and temperature for curing
  - Use the dial on the front of the FormCure to set time and temperature
  - Place part within the FormCure-> press start.

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===== Detailed Specifications =====
  * Max cure temp: 80 degrees C
  * Light: 39W total drawn by 13 405 nm LEDs


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===== Reference Documentation =====

[[form2sop|Form 2 Training SOP]]

[[https://support.formlabs.com/s/article/Using-Form-Cure?language=en_US]]

[[https://support.formlabs.com/s/article/Form-Cure-Time-and-Temperature-Settings?language=en_US]]

[[https://support.formlabs.com/s/article/Form-Cure-Time-and-Temperature-Settings?language=en_US]]