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* Coolant tank cleaning/ | * Coolant tank cleaning/ | ||
* Blade Replacement | * Blade Replacement | ||
- | * The Trimsaw 2 uses 6 inch diamond blades to make fine cuts in metals, glass, ceramics and PCBs. Specific blades for each material are available and should be changed before cutting new material. A variety of fixtures and guides are available with custom fixtures available for specific jobs (contact Dave Bothman or a Workshop Wizard for custom tooling). Spinning up to 3000 RPM the bottom of the blade is submerged in coolant to lubricate and cool the blade while in the cut. A blade splash guard and plexiglass cover reduce the amount of lubricant thrown by the blade. | + | * The Trimsaw 2 uses 4, 5 or 6 inch diamond blades to make fine cuts in metals, glass, ceramics and PCBs. Specific blades for each material are available and should be changed before cutting new material. A variety of fixtures and guides are available with custom fixtures available for specific jobs (contact Dave Bothman or a Workshop Wizard for custom tooling). Spinning up to 3000 RPM the bottom of the blade is submerged in coolant to lubricate and cool the blade while in the cut. A blade splash guard and plexiglass cover reduce the amount of lubricant thrown by the blade. |
====Safety==== | ====Safety==== | ||
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**Switching Blades** \\ | **Switching Blades** \\ | ||
* Remove the table to expose the reservoir and the saw blade arbor | * Remove the table to expose the reservoir and the saw blade arbor | ||
- | * Insert the two pins into the saw arbor and blade retaining nut normal to the surface of the arbor | + | * Insert the two pins into the saw arbor and blade retaining nut normal to the surface of the arbor \\ {{: |
* Using the leverage on the pins, loosen the blade retaining nut to free the blade | * Using the leverage on the pins, loosen the blade retaining nut to free the blade | ||
- | * Carefully remove the blade from its arbor and replace with the blade matching the material you intend to cut | + | * Carefully remove the blade from its arbor and replace with the blade matching the material you intend to cut (blades should be inspected for ware and cracks, damaged blades should be disposed of in the broken glass box) |
- | * LUBRICATE the threads on the end of the blade arbor with a light grease to prevent thread galling. | + | * Lightly |
- | * Tighten the blade retaining nut HAND TIGHT (no need to go crazy on this one down) | + | * Tighten the blade retaining nut HAND TIGHT (no need to go crazy on this) |
- | * Insure | + | * Check to make sure that the blade is submerged |
* Replace the table | * Replace the table | ||
- | **Part fixturing ** \\ | + | ====Blade Selection==== |
- | * Press the button on the Form 2 to confirm | + | |
- | * After the print is completed, slide out the build platform with the part attached and place it into a plastic bin with absorbent pad to catch any resin spill. | + | |
- | * Close the orange cover | + | * Plated blades (diamonds nickel-plated |
+ | * UKAM Industrial Superhard Tools 15LCU diamond wafering blade, 23-4888ME - In stock | ||
+ | * UKAM Industrial Superhard Tools CBN wafering blade, 23-4898ME - In stock | ||
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- | ====Using the Form Wash:==== | + | |
- | * Transport the part and build platform in the container to Fume Hood #4 in Elings 2442. | + | ====Part Fixturing |
- | * Wear a lab coat and safety goggles, as the Form Wash contains IPA. | + | Several fixtures are available: |
- | * Press ‘Open’ | + | * Miter Guide \\ {{: |
- | * Slide the build platform into place | + | * Multipurpose fixture \\ {{: |
- | * Adjust | + | * Custom fixturing |
- | * Press ‘Start’ | + | * Fence \\ {{: |
- | * After the washing is over, press ‘Open’ and remove | + | |
- | * Press ‘Sleep’ to close the Form Wash | + | ====Using |
- | * Allow 30 minutes to pass for the remaining IPA on the part to evaporate | + | * Check the blade installed, coolant levels and part material |
+ | * Select an appropriate fixturing jig to insure part remains securely held and square to the saw blade | ||
+ | * Adjust | ||
+ | * Replace the plexiglass cover | ||
+ | * Turn on the TrimSaw using the power switch by the power cord, then using the arrow buttons select | ||
+ | * Slowly and gently feed the workpiece into the blade, allow the blade to cut without force feeding | ||
+ | * When cut is complete withdraw | ||
+ | * Using paper towels wipe the Trimsaw down and clear any dust particulates from cutting | ||
- | **Using the Form Cure:**\\ | ||
- | * Release the part from the build platform: | ||
- | * Place build platform on the removal jig. Tools are in the Fume Hood #4 in Elings 2442. | ||
- | * Slide a removal tool under the angled edge of the part’s base to separate it from the build platform. | ||
- | * Lift the cover of the Form Cure. Place the part in the center of the turntable. | ||
- | * Select the curing time and temperature. Curing settings are dependent on which resin is used. | ||
- | * Refer to the webpage “Form Cure Time and Temperature Settings” through the Formlabs website for resin specific information. A longer cure time (up to an hour) will slightly increase the tensile strength of the part. | ||
- | * Press ‘Start’ | ||
- | * Lift the cover and remove the part once the post-curing has completed. | ||
**Post Processing: | **Post Processing: | ||
- | * Use snips or tweezers to break support material off of the part. Be careful when finishing delicate parts to avoid breaking off small features. | + | * TrimSaw can leave small burs on metal or composite components, sanding lightly |
- | * Use abrasives such as sandpaper and files to remove marks left by touchpoints until the surface is satisfactory. | + | |
- | + | ||
- | **Replacing an empty resin cartridge with a full one of the same type:**\\ | + | |
- | More information | + | |
- | “Formlabs Resin Tank Information” through the Formlabs website. | + | |
- | - Remove the empty resin cartridge: | + | |
- | - Close the vent cap at the top right of the resin cartridge to prevent resin from spilling out once removed | + | |
- | - Hold the cartridge handle and lift to remove from the Form 2. Store the cartridge upright | + | |
- | - Insert | + | |
- | - Shake and rotate the new resin cartridge to ensure that the resin is mixed thoroughly. | + | |
- | - Align the cartridge with the opening at the back of the printer. Push down on the cartridge handle until the top of the cartridge is level with the printer. | + | |
- | - Press open the vent cap to ensure the resin tank can fill correctly | + | |
- | + | ||
- | ====Switching a printer from one type of resin to another==== | + | |
- | More information on the resin system and changing a cartridge can be found on the webpage | + | |
- | “Formlabs Resin Tank Information” through the Formlabs website. This includes videos and | + | |
- | animations. | + | |
- | - Remove the build platform - this prevents resin from dripping onto the glass | + | |
- | - Remove resin cartridge: | + | |
- | - Close the vent cap at the top right of the resin cartridge to prevent resin from spilling out once removed. | + | |
- | - Hold the cartridge handle and lift to remove | + | |
- | - Remove the resin tank | + | |
- | - Hold the front tabs of the resin tank | + | |
- | - Gently pull the front tabs of the resin tank to release the tank feet from the tank carrier. The Resin Tank LT wiper ejects during removal. | + | |
- | - Cover the resin tank and store on the left side of the fume hood | + | |
- | - Insert the resin tank for the resin that you plan to use | + | |
- | - Lift the Form 2 orange cover. Use the tank grips to hold the Resin Tank LT, with the wiper resting inside the tank. If the tank contains resin, cover the tank with the plastic lid to align the wiper and minimize the risk of spills during insertion. | + | |
- | - Align and insert the four small feet of the resin tank into the corresponding slots in the tank carrier on the printer. | + | |
- | - Hold the front tabs and carefully push the tank until the tank feet lock into the slots on the tank carrier. Check the touchscreen display to confirm that the Form 2 detects the tank. The Form 2 will only detect the tank when the tank is fully inserted. | + | |
- | - Lock the wiper blade | + | |
- | - Align and insert the wiper foot into the wiper mount. | + | |
- | - Push the wiper toward the tank. | + | |
- | - Ensure the wiper foot is securely locked into the wiper mount. | + | |
- | - Insert resin cartridge: | + | |
- | - Shake and rotate the new resin cartridge to ensure that the resin is mixed thoroughly. | + | |
- | - Remove the protective valve cover from the underside of the cartridge. Use the cover to protect the bite valve during storage. | + | |
- | - Align the cartridge with the opening at the back of the printer. Push down on the cartridge handle until the top of the cartridge is level with the printer. | + | |
- | - Press open the vent cap to ensure the resin tank can fill correctly. | + | |
- | - Replace build platform | + | |
- | - Make sure that all of the resin tanks are correctly labeled. | + | |
====Maintenance==== | ====Maintenance==== | ||
- | * Cleaning | + | * Blade Cleaning |
- | * Use the scraper from the finish kit to inspect | + | * Cutting blade can become loaded with material despite coolant |
- | * Check for the following issues that may lead to print failures or any excessive wear that requires replacing | + | * Using the Miter guide, load the silicon carbide dressing stick onto the saw and feed slowly into the spinning blade about two to three mm. \\ {{: |
- | * cured resin on the elastic layer | + | * Lubing threads |
- | * debris or failed prints | + | * The aluminum blade retaining nut is prone to cold welding |
- | * settled pigment on the elastic layer | + | * To prevent thread galling a small amount of silicone grease must be applied to the arbor prior to threading on the retaining nut. |
- | * punctures, cuts, or gouges | + | * Emptying coolant |
- | * excessive “clouding” or wear in the elastic layer | + | * When not in use for long periods, |
- | * Filtering Resin | + | * To prevent staff from having to clean this, if the TrimSaw is not in use for over a month it is advisable to drain the coolant tank |
- | * Use a filter | + | * Draining coolant can be done with the ball valve on the rear of the saw and should be emptied into a container for safe waste disposal. |
- | * Cleaning the tank window | + | * Rinse coolant tank twice with water after coolant has been emptied. Water can be disposed of directly into the sink |
- | * Never use IPA on the acrylic | + | * Leave Trimsaw open to allow complete evaporation |
- | * If dust, fingerprints, | + | * Filling coolant |
+ | * Fill the TrimSaw coolant | ||
+ | * Add 120 mL of Coolmist coolant concentrate | ||
+ | | ||
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- | ====Form 2 Quick Review==== | + | ====TrimSaw |
Tool Lead: \\ | Tool Lead: \\ | ||
Contact: andrewfurst@ucsb.edu | Contact: andrewfurst@ucsb.edu | ||
====Safety Concern==== | ====Safety Concern==== | ||
- | * Lab coat and gloves must me used when handling resin | + | * Eye protection should be warn at all times while operating the saw |
- | * Anything with uncured resin must be transported within a container to avoid spilling | + | * All guards |
+ | * Hands should | ||
+ | * Nitral (NOT RUBBER OR CLOTH) gloves should be warn when cutting specific composites | ||
====Safe Operation Procedures Review==== | ====Safe Operation Procedures Review==== | ||
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- | | + | * Slowly |
- | - Select desired printer | + | |
- | - Press button on Formlabs printer to start print | + | |
====Post Processing==== | ====Post Processing==== | ||
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- | - Allow 30 minuets for IPA to evaporate before placing part in Form Cure | + | |
- | - Set Form Cure time and temperature based on resin type, place part within form cure, wait for time to elapse | + | |
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- | ====Maintenance==== | + | |
- | * Switching resin types | + | |
- | * Close breather valve on resin cartridge | + | |
- | * Remove the resin cartridge by pulling straight up on the handle behind the form labs printers | + | |
- | * Cap the cartridge valve using the included orange tap and cap | + | |
- | * Remove the wiper by pulling straight out towards the front of the fume hood. | + | |
- | * Pull the resin tray out of the printer by pulling firmly straight out toward you | + | |
- | * Lift the wiper and resin tray out simultaneously, | + | |
- | * Cover resin tray with black plastic cover and label | + | |
- | * Replace resin tray with clean or desired resin tank. Push tank and wiper firmly back toward the Form 2 until it clicks into place | + | |
- | * Replace resin cartridge and open valve | + | |
+ | ====Switching Blades==== | ||
+ | * Insert the two pins into the saw arbor and blade retaining nut normal to the surface of the arbor | ||
+ | * Using the leverage on the pins, loosen the blade retaining nut to free the blade | ||
+ | * Carefully remove the blade from its arbor and replace with the blade matching the material you intend to cut | ||
+ | * Lightly LUBRICATE the threads on the end of the blade arbor with a grease to prevent thread galling. | ||
+ | * Tighten the blade retaining nut HAND TIGHT (no need to go crazy on this) | ||
+ | * Insure the coolant level is in contact with the bottom of the blade and filled to the fill line | ||
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