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USER GUIDE

PROJET

®

MJP 2500 & MJP 2500 PLUS

User Guide

Rev A

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INTRODUCTION

The ProJet MJP 2500/2500Plus 3D printer system is a Multi-Jet Printer (MJP) printer. The solid imaging 3D printer produces plastic prototype parts from 3D solid

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) models and through the 3D printer system client software. The parts are generated in a rapid prototype (RP) environment. The

primary features of the printer are the user interface, build chamber including the print engine, and the material delivery drawer, which contains the materials

and waste bag.

NOTE: The only diﬀerence between the ProJet MJP 2500 and 2500 Plus are the materials that can be used in the printer.

• 2500 Materials - RWT (Rigid White), RBK (Rigid Black)

• 2500 Plus Materials - RWT (Rigid White), RBK (Rigid Black), RCL (Rigid Clear), EBK (Elastomeric Black), and ENT (Elastomeric Natural)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Safety Symbols and Deﬁnitions

UV RADIATION HAZARD: Invisible UV radiation is accessible in the vicinity of this sign or behind the

panel. Radiation can cause eye injury or blindness, burn injury and/or ﬁre. Access panels are for service

only and should be opened only by certiﬁed service personnel.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD: High voltage electricity is accessible in the vicinity of this sign or behind

the access panel. High voltage can cause severe burns or death, as well as ﬁres. Access panels are for

service only and should be opened only by certiﬁed service personnel or trained maintenance

personnel.

HOT SURFACE HAZARD: A hot surface is accessible in the vicinity of this sign or behind the access

panel. Avoid contact. Hot surfaces can cause burn injury or ﬁre. Allow surface to cool before touching.

Access panels are for service only and should be opened only by certiﬁed service personnel or trained

maintenance personnel.

KEEP FINGERS AWAY FROM FAN: Putting ﬁngers in way of moving fan can cause serious injury.

KEEP FINGERS AWAY FROM SHARP OBJECTS: Putting ﬁngers in way of sharp objects can cause serious

injury.

HARMFUL IRRITANT WARNING: Indicates that skin or eye irritation could result while exposed to a

chemical composition.

CAUTION: Indicates the possibility of loss of data or damage to equipment.

WARNING: INDICATES THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY OR DEATH TO PERSONNEL.

WEAR GLOVES: Wear the appropriate gloves when required. For example, when touching surfaces that

may contain or have been exposed to materials, wear nitrile gloves. Heat gloves are necessary when

touching surfaces that may be hot to ensure burns don’t occur.

ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION INSIDE: Exposure may cause eye damage. Do not operate without covers.

Wear UV eye protection.

NOTE: A note signiﬁes important information but not information of a critical content.

Safety Guidelines

General

The 3D printer system is designed with built in safety features, improper use can cause injury to personnel.

Follow these safety guidelines when operating the printer:

Read and follow all 3D printer system instructions. Printer should only be operated by trained personnel.

Follow all safety rules and heed all cautions and warnings in this guide.

Do not attempt to open top door while printing.

Do not use any material without reviewing the Global Harmonized Standards/Safety Data Sheet (GHS/SDS).

Dress power and communication cables behind printer to prevent tripping.

Do not attempt to access, service, or adjust printer components or perform procedures without reviewing the documentation for user accessible maintenance

routines unless speciﬁcally trained to do so.

Only certiﬁed service personnel that have completed the 3D Systems service training may perform tasks they are authorized and certiﬁed to complete.

Do not ignore warning signs posted during 3D printer system service operations. If an error message appears on the 3D printer system’s User Interface refer

to “Troubleshooting Section” within this guide depending on the error, before resuming operation.

To prevent potential skin irritation and sensitization due to contact with waste material or uncured Part Material, follow all guidelines in the following sections.

Protective Equipment/First Aid

Follow recommendations for protective equipment and general ﬁrst aid procedures to minimize the risks from part material exposure. If professional medical

attention is necessary, take the Global Harmonized Standards/Safety Data Sheet (GHS/SDS) for the exact material involved to the attending physician.

Always wear 100% nitrile gloves and lab coats when handling any part or waste material. Latex gloves are not chemical-

resistant and are not recommended.

In the event of a leak or spill of uncured part material, wear safety glasses with side shields to provide eye protection.

Because of the 3D printer system’s built-in engineering controls, respiratory protection is not necessary during normal

operation. A NIOSH-approved (or equivalent) dust mask is recommended when dry sanding cured material parts.

Always wear protective sleeves or a lab coat when doing anything around the materials. When skin comes in contact with

materials they can cause an allergic reaction that can be harmful to skin.

Skin Contact

Uncured part material is a sensitizer, and can cause allergic reactions if skin comes into contact. When handling any part or waste material, always wear 100%

nitrile gloves and lab coats.

Should skin come into contact with uncured part material, wash thoroughly with soap and cold water and immediately remove contaminated clothing and shoes.

Do not use hot water or solvents to wash hands, as it will result in absorption through the skin. If skin is irritated, seek medical attention. Dry-clean contaminated

clothing and discard contaminated shoes and leather products in accordance with applicable regulations.

Eye Contact

Safety goggles with side shields should be worn to prevent accidental splashes into the eyes. If material comes in contact with the eye, ﬂush immediately with

large amounts of cold water for 15 minutes, avoid sunlight, ﬂuorescent light, and other ultraviolet light, and obtain immediate medical attention. Eye wash

facilities and a ﬁrst aid kit should be readily available and close to the 3D printer system.

Contact Lenses

Wearing contact lenses is not recommended if handling liquid materials. If material splashes into eyes when contact lenses are worn, ﬂush eyes immediately

with water. Verify that ﬂushing has removed the contact lens from the eye(s). Protect eyes from light and obtain immediate medical attention. Discard contact

lenses that come into contact with liquid material.

Fume Inhalation

Under normal operation, inhalation is not an expected route of entry. Always work in a well ventilated area when using materials and avoid breathing vapors. If

inhaled, remove the personal to fresh air. Give artiﬁcial respiration or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if required. If breathing is diﬃcult, give oxygen. Obtain

immediate medical attention.

Ingestion

Uncured part material is toxic if ingested. Obtain immediate medical attention.

Hygienic Practices

Because uncured material is toxic if ingested, it must not be present where food and drink are stored, prepared, or consumed. After handling materials, wash

hands with soap and cold water before consuming meals, breaks, smoking, applying cosmetics, using toilet facilities, and after work.

Employees should be alerted of the need to clean and rinse oﬀ any contacted surface promptly in order to prevent further contamination. Ensure a convenient

washroom location is provided with access to soap, water, and disposable paper towels.

Tools contaminated with part material should be cleaned prior to reuse. Solvents such as denatured alcohol or Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA), are normally required to

clean equipment and tools. Wash with soap and water to remove any traces of excess part material or solvent.

Material Handling and Safety

Prior to using the ProJet MJP 2500 and 2500 Plus, users should be aware of potential hazards which may result in exposure to uncured part material, such as

removal of the material waste bag and handling part material cartridges.

Emergency (GHS/SDS)

Chemtrec USA (800) 424-9300; Europe +1-703-527-3887

Consult the materials Global Harmonized Standards/Safety Data Sheets (GHS/SDS) for information on speciﬁc materials. For further information on this and

related topics, consult the 3D Systems - Materials website at http://www.3dsystems.com/support/materials/msds.

Packaging Inspection

The material cartridges are packaged in shipping cartons. Upon receipt of material shipments, inspect cardboard carton exterior for signs of damage and

leakage. If leakage is observed, DO NOT open carton, and contact 3D Systems’s Technical Support Hotline.

VisiJet® Part Material VisiJet® ME SUP Wax Support Material

Shelf Life 2 Years 5 Years

Climate Cool, dry area with adequate ventilation

Temperature Range 60°F (16°C) to 80°F (27°C)

Maximum Storage Temp 95°F (35°C)

Environmental Conditions

No direct sunlight, heat, ﬂames, or UV energy. Do not expose materials to heat at or above 230°F (110°C) , ﬂames, sparks, or any

source of ignition.

Storing a Partially Used Material Cartridge

It is important not to lay material cartridges that are partially used on their side. Doing so will cause material to seep through the vent cap and clog cap. This will

cause damage to the material cartridge if used for a later print. To store a partially used Material Cartridge, place it upright in a ProJet 2500 Cartridge Holder and

tighten the vent cap.

Recertiﬁcation Date

Always check material "Recertiﬁcation Date" before use. Do not load material cartridges into the ProJet MJP 2500 or 2500 Plus if the cartridge date has expired.

When an expired cartridge is inserted, the printer will reject it. If a job is printing when the cartridge expires, it will to continue to complete the job before

declaring the cartridge is no longer available for use. 3D Systems certiﬁed Partners or 3D Systems Technical Support can assist with questions on materials

required recertiﬁcation.

Disposal

Support Material

Support material has no known regulatory requirements and may be disposed of in ordinary oﬃce waste.

Cured Part Material

Finished (cured) parts can be handled or disposed of the same as standard household plastic products. VisiJet parts are not recyclable. VisiJet materials are not

intended for and cannot be used for medical implant, food, or drink handling applications.

Uncured Part Material and Waste

Uncured part material is classiﬁed as regulated, and in some areas hazardous; requiring special packaging, transportation, and disposal. The disposal of partially

cured or uncured part material must comply with all local, state, and federal environmental safety regulations. Applicable part “waste” includes cartridges

(empty or full) and waste pans. Any materials used to clean up uncured part material should be disposed of in the same manner as uncured part material.

Dispose of your uncured parts and waste materials according to your local environmental regulatory agency. If assistance is needed, contact 3D Systems

certiﬁed Partners or 3D Systems Technical Support.

3D Systems assumes no liability or responsibility for proper disposal of uncured part material. Proper disposal of uncured part material is the sole responsibility

of the user.

Spilled Material

Spills of material are unlikely, and should NOT occur in normal operation of the 3D printer system.

Spills of support material can be cleaned without the use of protective gear, and disposed of as oﬃce waste.

Promptly remove spilled materials, dispose of waste materials, and clean up materials per local regulatory requirements. Small spills of uncured liquid part

material can be cleaned up using disposable towels, non-reusable rags, or absorbent materials to clean spills outside of the printer such as sawdust, clay,

diatomaceous earth, or activated charcoal and placed into containers for transfer to an approved waste disposal site.

Caution: Never put sawdust, clay, diatomaceous earth, or activated charcoal inside the printer, doing so will damage the printer.

If spilled material is hot (liquid), wait until it cools before wiping up. Use of heat above 65° (149°F) may prove helpful in removing spilled support material from

carpet. After wiping up the spill, wipe surface with denatured or isopropyl alcohol and clean thoroughly with soap and water.

Some cleaning solvents are highly ﬂammable such as denatured alcohol and isopropyl alcohol. Before using solvents to clean and remove uncured part material,

be sure read and follow the solvent supplier safety precautions and recommended usage.

Flammability Hazards

Though the U.S. Department of Transportation does not consider VisiJet materials a "ﬂammability hazard," they do classify them "combustible" based on ﬂash

points. Material containers may rupture when exposed to extreme heat. Use National Fire Protection Association Class B extinguishers such as carbon dioxide,

dry chemical, or foam.

PROJET MJP 2500 PRINTER SERIES FEATURES

This section describes the various features for your ProJet MJP Professional Printers.

PROJET 2500 FEATURES

ProJet MJP 2500 - Entry Level Printer with Basic Material Set

Build Mode High Deﬁnition (HD)

Resolution (xyz)

800 x 900 x 790 DPI

Build speed

(in/hr) in Z

1 Lane: 0.26 2 Lanes: 0.19 3 Lanes: 0.12

mm/hr 1 Lane: 6.6 2 Lanes: 4.8 Lanes: 3: 3

Build speed hr/in in Z 1 Lane : 3.9 2 Lanes: 5.3 3 Lanes: 8.3

hr/mm 1 Lane: 0.15 2 Lanes: 0.21 3 Lanes: 0.33

Build volume (xyz)

11.6 x 8.3 x 5.6 inches (294 x 210 x 142 mm)

accuracy - per inch of part dimension

typical

±0.004 inch per inch (±0.1016 mm per 25.4 mm) of part dimension

Layer thickness

32 micron

Build material

VIsiJet M2 RWT (Rigid White), VisiJet M2 RBK (Rigid Black)

Color

Rigid White & Rigid Black

Material

UV Curable Plastic

Material Delivery

1.5 kg Part, 1.4 kg Support bottles

Maximum machine capacity - 2 Part & 2 Support Bottles

Support Material

VisiJet® M2 SUP hands-free melt away wax

Part stacking

YES

Application

Fast and robust prototyping printer. Perfect for high ﬁdelity prints of models for design veriﬁcation,

fuctional testing and other applications.

PROJET MJP 2500 PLUS FEATURES

ProJet MJP 2500 - Entry Level Printer with Basic Material Set

Build Mode High Deﬁnition (HD)

Resolution (xyz)

800 x 900 x 790 DPI

Build speed

(in/hr) in Z

1 Lane: 0.26 2 Lanes: 0.19 3 Lanes: 0.12

mm/hr 1 Lane: 6.6 2 Lanes: 4.8 Lanes: 3

Build speed hr/in in Z 1 Lane : 3.9 2 Lanes: 5.3 3 Lanes: 8.3

hr/mm 1 Lane: 0.15 2 Lanes: 0.21 3 Lanes: 0.33

Build volume (xyz)

11.6 x 8.3 x 5.6 inches (294 x 210 x 142 mm)

accuracy - per inch of part

dimension typical

±0.004 inch per inch (±0.1016 mm per 25.4 mm) of part dimension

Layer thickness

32 micron

Build material

VVIsiJet M2 RWT (Rigid White), VisiJet M2 RBK (Rigid Black), VisiJet M2 RCL (Rigid Clear), VisiJet M2 ENT

(Elastomeric Natural), VisiJet M2 EBK (Elastomeric Black)

Material

UV Curable Plastic

Material Delivery

1.5 kg Part, 1.4 kg Support bottles

Maximum machine capacity - 2 Part & 2 Support Bottles

Support Material

VisiJet® M2 SUP hands-free melt away wax

Part stacking

YES

Application

Fast and robust prototyping printer. Perfect for high ﬁdelity prints of models for design veriﬁcation, fuctional

testing and other applications. Additional elastomeric materials for applications requiring a soft plastic, such as

gaskets and padding. Rigid Clear material provides opportunities to print almost transparent models.

AT A GLANCE

The three dimensional solid parts consist of two materials (support material and part material). The support material is a wax based material providing adhesion

to print platform, as well as, providing material used to produce supports required to build the your part.

The part material is an ultraviolet (UV) curable material. After a layer of material is deposited on the build plate, the part is exposed to a UV ﬂash lamp. The UV

energy is absorbed by the material converting a liquid part material to a solid polymer. When the build is complete the part (consisting of the two materials) is

adhered to the print platform by means of the support material.

The material delivery module consist of four material cartridge holders; the two left side holders are for the support material (white) cartridges. The right side of

the module are for two part material (black) cartridges. Once materials are heated, they are fed to the printhead. Material waste is generated by two processes;

cleaning the printhead array plate and planarization. The cleaning process involves purging jets and wiping the printhead array plate. Gravity pulls the waste

material from the Head Maintenance Station (HMS) trough into the waste umbilical. The combined waste materials are then purged. The printhead cleaning

process is invoked automatically prior to test build and parts build.

After the build is complete, the print platform and the part are then removed from the printer. A secondary operation, known as ﬁnishing, is required to provide a

ﬁnished/cleaned part. Refer to your ProJet® Post Processing Guide for more information on part processing and ﬁnishing.

ProJet 2500 Printer System

Print Engine : The Print Engine contains major systems such as the Printhead, Planarizer, and UV Lamp Assembly.

Build Chamber: The Build Chamber is the area where the print platform can be found. All print jobs are built on the print platform. For more information

see Printing Area.

User Interface (UI): This is the built-in touchscreen which allows the user to interface with the printer. The touchscreen allows the user to check printing

status, material levels, as well as power printer oﬀ. For more information on what user can access through the UI go to the User Interface section of this

manual.

Power Cord and Power Switch: The electrical power cord is plugged into the printer here. There is also a Power Switch located next to the power outlet.

Material Drawer Module (MDM): The MDM drawer is a push/push type mechanism. To open the drawer push in, drawer should pop open allowing you to

pull it open the rest of the way. The MDM contains the part and support materials and the waste bag.

Printing AREA

The actual area that you can print a job consists of the x axis (left to right) times the y axis (front to back) times the z (max height). 11.6" x 8.3" x 5.6"

3D Printer System Components

Material Delivery Module (MDM)

Support Material Containers 1 and 2: These containers hold the VisiJet® M2 SUP support material that is used for the build. The support material is housed

on the left side of the MDM in the white receptacles.

Part Material Containers 1 and 2: These containers hold the cartridges of the VisiJet® part material, which are used to build parts on the 3D printer system.

The part material is housed on the right side of the MDM in the black receptacles.

Smart Cartridge Technology: All cartridges incorporate smart cartridge technology that enables the ProJet 2500 to verify that the user does not use the wrong

material, use material incorrectly, or use empty or expired containers, ensuring the material is safe to use.

Waste Bag Receptacle

Behind the Support Material cartridges there is a waste bag receptacle area containing a disposable bag and rigid liner. The waste bag and liner will need to be

changed periodically. See Cleaning and Maintenance Section of this manual to change waste bag.

NOTE: With every material cartridge delivered, two waste bags will be supplied. If more waste bags are required, they can be ordered

separately.

Power

Power Supply: In the rear of the printer there is an outlet to plug in the power supply cord and a switch to turn the system on. This is the only way to power the printer on

from a complete shutdown state. Do not use this switch to shutdown printer. Printer should be shutdown through the UI and brought back up by toggling the power switch on

the back. (A)

CAUTION: It is advised to never pull the plug or use the switch as a means to power down the printer, always power oﬀ through the Shutdown process

on the UI.

NOTE: Unless the printer will not be used for a substantial period of time (>60 days), it is best to leave it powered on, as a result, the printer will

automatically go into a Standby state.

Additional Documentation

The following documents will help you to achieve maximum proﬁciency with your ProJet 2500 .

ProJet 2500 Facility Requirements Guide

The Facility Requirements Guide details the requirements necessary to install the ProJet 2500 3D Printer. Details include the necessary facility dimensions, electrical and

pneumatic resources, and any equipment that may be needed for installation. An electronic version of this document is available at https://3dscentral.3dsystems.com.

ProJet 2500 Installation Guide

The Installation Guide details the procedures required to properly install and set up the ProJet 2500 3D Printer at the customer’s site. Only a 3D Systems Certiﬁed Field Service

Engineer or a Certiﬁed Reseller is allowed to install the 3D printer system. An electronic version of this document is available at https://3dscentral.3dsystems.com.

ProJet 2500 Material and Post Processing Guide

The Material Guides detail the use of materials that have been certiﬁed for use in the ProJet 2500. Each material has its own Material Guide. Information speciﬁc to each

material is included in these guides. An electronic version of this document is available at https://3dscentral.3dsystems.com.

ProJet 2500 Quick Start Guide

The Quick Start Guide gives the user a quick overview of the 3D printer system and the procedure for printing a part with the ProJet 2500. An electronic version of this

document is available at https://3dscentral.3dsystems.com.

ProJet 2500 Global Harmonized Standards/Safety Data Sheets (GHS/SDS)

Each material has its own GHS/SDS. The user must be familiar with all information contained in these documents before handling the materials. Every material shipment

includes a paper copy of its GHS/SDS.

Electronic versions of the GHS/SDSs are available on our website at http://www.3dsystems.com/support/materials/msds

NOTE: All of the documentation listed here is available by following links listed in the descriptions above.

Electronic Documentation

3DSPRINT Help

Available through the 3DSPRINT software interface is a complete help guide that will answer most questions about the software used to create parts.

USER INTERFACE

User Interface

The User Interface is located on the top of the printer to the right. There are ﬁve main screens that contain sub menus that allow the user to perform a variety of

functions to control the printer. These ﬁve screens and their menus are:

Status Tab (A)

The ﬁrst tab on the UI. The following features are accessed under the Status Tab (A). Refer to 1-7 for information that appears on this screen.

Access Platform - Pressing this button provides access to the print platform so it can be removed from the printer.1.

Start Print Job - Select to start the next print job in the print queue.2.

Refresh Print Queue - Refreshes the printer queue with the most recent jobs.3.

Current Layer Info - This area displays the current layer information.4.

Print Sender - This displays the ID of the person that sent the job.5.

Printer State - This area identiﬁes what state the printer is in at any given time. See below for the various Printer States.6.

Ready - Printer ready to accept print jobs.

Printing - Printer is printing a job

Preparing Build - Printer is setting up to begin printing

Busy - Printer is performing maintenance

Standby - Printer is in a low power state

Paused - Current print is paused and can be resumed by selecting the button

Complete - Current print is completed and the part can be removed from the printer

Aborted - Current print was aborted

Warming Up - Printer or material cartridges are warming up to a Ready state

Waiting - Chamber Cooling Down - Printer is waiting for the build chamber to cool down before continuing printing

Initializing - Printer is powering on and going through initialization

Recovery - Printer has a fault and is attempting recovery

Error - Printer is in an Error state and may require a service call

Waste Bag Usage - This is an indicator of how full the waste bag is.7.

Prints Tab (B)

Opens up the Print Queue (1) to manage the print queue of jobs for the printer.

Materials Tab (C)

Displays information about the Part and Support materials loaded in the printer.

Material Status -Displays the level of material in both the Support and Part Cartridges.

Part Message - Displays messages relating to the part material loaded in the printer.

Support Message - Displays messages relating to the support material loaded in the printer.

Material Information - Clicking on the material level in any one of the four of the material status screens will bring up an information box about that particular

cartridge of material. Information listed here is:

1. Status - Current information about materials

2. Material - Name of material in cartridge

3. Color/Type - Description of what material is, for example color, and characteristics

4. Order Number - The order number of the material

5. Original Weight - Original Weight of new cartridge

6. Current Weight - Weight of material remaining in cartridge

7. Batch - Date batch of material was made

8. Expires - Date material expires on

Tools Tab

The following information can be accessed under the Tools tab.

1. Printer Info - Information about the printer can be found here.

2. Diagnostics - Many diagnostic procedures can be run under the Diagnostics button. See Diagnostics Menus below for more information.

3. Material Change Wizard - To change from one type of material to another there is a ﬂush operation that you have to perform to ensure all of the ﬁrst

material is out of the printer before adding a new material. This is where you run this routine to perform this. See Troubleshooting section Material Change

Over procedure for instructions.

4. Printer Usage - The printer usage can be checked here.

5. Waste Bag - The waste bag needs to be changed as it ﬁlls up. There is a procedure for changing the waste bag, see Steps for Printing Your First

Print section Changing Waste Bag for more information.

6. Operator Maintenance - Selecting Operator Maintenance will bring up a maintenance schedule. Be sure to click on a maintenance item and Reset the

counter once the cleaning has been completed, otherwise a message will appear that the maintenance is over due. Before performing any maintenance routines

the printer must be in a Ready state and a clean print platform must be installed.

7. Save Log - Saved logs are stored here.

8. Shutdown - The recommendation is that the printer always be shutdown through the UI. See Steps for Printing Your First Print section Printer

Shutdown for information.

Diagnostics Menus - Selecting the Diagnostics button under the Tools Tab will bring up the Diagnostics screen is where the User performs routines that

help run and maintain the printer.

1. Inspect Planarizer Wiper Blade - Select this routine to inspect the planarizer blade for excess buildup. See Troubleshooting section for procedure.

2. Inspect Planarizer Ducts - This is a routine that will allow the user to inspect and clean the ducts in the planarizer. See Troubleshooting section for

procedure.

3. Head Maintenance Cycle - This is the routine that will be used to periodically clean the head waste area. See Troubleshooting section for procedure.

4. Jet Check Test - This is the routine that is used to verify that the jets are all jetting material properly. See Troubleshooting section for procedure.

5. Fault History - A history of fault codes is stored under the Fault History.

6. Unlock Top Door - This button will allow the top door to unlock if the printer is in a Ready or Error State.

Settings Screen

1. Printer Connection - Use this to check the printer connection.

2. Network Settings - The network settings can be veriﬁed through Network Settings.

3. Alert Settings - Set up email alerts to be notiﬁed about printer events.