Stratasys V650 Flex User manual

Part No. 407388-0001_REV_A

V650 Flex

3D Printing System

USER GUIDE

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LIABILITY STATEMENT

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incidental or consequential damages in connection with the

furnishing, performance, or use of this material. Stratasys makes

no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but

not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and

fitness for a particular purpose. It is the responsibility of the

system owner/material buyer to determine that Stratasys material

is safe, lawful, and technically suitable for the intended

application as well as identify the proper disposal (or recycling)

method consistent with local environmental regulations. Except

as provided in Stratasys' standard conditions of sale, Stratasys

shall not be responsible for any loss resulting from any use of its products

described herein.

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man or computer language in any form, nor stored in a database or retrieval

system, without prior permission in writing from Stratasys. This document may be

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notice.

TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Flex, are registered trademarks of Stratasys Inc. All other trademarks are the

property of their respective owners, and Stratasys assumes no responsibility with

regard to the selection, performance, or use of these non-Stratasys products.

Product specifications subject to change without notice. Printed in the USA

DISCLAIMER

Customer acknowledges the contents of this document and that Stratasys parts,

materials, and supplies are subject to its standard terms and conditions, available

on

http://www.stratasys.com/legal/terms-and-conditions-of-sale, which are incorporated

herein by reference.

The specifications and/or information on which this document is based are subject

to

change without notice.

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE

This guide is your introduction to building prototypes and end-use

parts using a Stratasys 3D production, rapid prototype system. It

is designed as a learning and reference tool that explains system

operation in an easy to understand, step-by-step, process.

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE

This guide is divided into easy-to-follow chapters. You can read

this guide chapter by chapter or use the Table of Contents when

you need to quickly find specific information. Keeping this guide

close to your printer will efficiently allow you to troubleshoot and

maintain the printer.

CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS GUIDE

The following conventions are used in this guide:

• When you see text in t

his font, it indicates a button being pressed via the

User Interface touchscreen. For example, press the Queue

button within

the Navigation Menu.

• When you see text in b

lue, it indicates that the text is a linked reference to

a specific figure, table, heading, or page number.

• Standard

bold text is used to emphasize items within instructional

sequences or indicate a navigational path you must follow to locate/start a

software application, open or save a file on your workstation PC, or

perform an operation when working with GrabCAD Print. The > character

is used to separate items within a navigational path. For example, navigate

to File > Open from the Main Menu.

REVISION LOG

0.

Revision Date Description of Changes

A June 2020 First release of this document

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 SERVICE AND SUPPORT ...................................................................1

Hazard Types ........................................................................................................................................... 1

Safety Warnings ..

..................................................................................................................................... 2

Hazard Classifications..

......................................................................................................................... 5

Product Safety Signs..

.............................................................................................................................. 5

Product Safety Label Locations ..

............................................................................................................. 7

Potential Safety Hazard Areas ..

............................................................................................................. 11

Door Interlocks ..

..................................................................................................................................... 11

General Safety Practices ..

..................................................................................................................... 12

Lockout Tagout (LOTO)..

........................................................................................................................ 12

Environmental Requirements..

............................................................................................................... 13

2 SETUP AND INSTALLATION ............................................................ 14

Welcome Kit Contents............................................................................................................................ 14

AC Power Requirements..

...................................................................................................................... 15

3 SYSTEM COMPONENTS .................................................................. 17

Vat Lift Assembly.................................................................................................................................... 19

Elevator Assembly..

................................................................................................................................ 23

Recoater Assembly ..

.............................................................................................................................. 24

Gauges................................................................................................................................................... 26

V

acuum Enclosure ..

............................................................................................................................... 27

Upper Access Doors ..

............................................................................................................................ 27

Computer ............................................................................................................................................... 28

U

ninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) ..

..................................................................................................... 28

EMI Filter (part number) ..

....................................................................................................................... 31

48VDC Power Supply (PWR-50003) ..

................................................................................................... 31

Vat Stepper Driver (DRV-50001) ..

.......................................................................................................... 31

Elevator Stepper Driver (DRV-50001) ..

.................................................................................................. 32

Recoater Stepper Driver (DRV-50001)..

................................................................................................. 32

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PLC CPU (PLC-50001) 33

PLC 12-24 VDC Input (PLC-50002)..

..................................................................................................... 33

PLC 12-24 VDC Output (PLC-50003) ..

.................................................................................................. 33

PLC Analog Input (PLC-50004)..

............................................................................................................ 33

PLC Analog Input (PLC-50005)..

............................................................................................................ 33

Counter IO (PLC-50006) Left ..

............................................................................................................... 33

24 VDC Power Supply ..

......................................................................................................................... 33

5 VDC Power Supply ..

........................................................................................................................... 33

Scanner Assembly ..

............................................................................................................................... 35

4 USER INTERFACE AND SOLIDVIEW PRO V650 OVERVIEW ........36

Emergency Stop..................................................................................................................................... 36

Control Panel ..

....................................................................................................................................... 38

Stacklights / Horn ..

................................................................................................................................. 38

Optowave Laser Control Panel ..

............................................................................................................ 39

5 OPERATING THE PRINTER .............................................................69

Powering ON the Printer ........................................................................................................................ 69

Powering ON the Printer (Models No Longer in Production) ..

............................................................... 72

Powering OFF the Printer ..

.................................................................................................................... 73

Loading a Job..

....................................................................................................................................... 77

Previewing a Job..

.................................................................................................................................. 79

Starting a Build..

..................................................................................................................................... 80

Monitoring the Print Job ..

....................................................................................................................... 82

Job Information ..

.................................................................................................................................... 82

Stacklight Signals and On-screen Status..

............................................................................................. 83

Unloading a Part ..

.................................................................................................................................. 83

Clearing a Fault..

.................................................................................................................................... 84

Emergency Shutdown Procedures..

....................................................................................................... 84

Advanced Operations..

........................................................................................................................... 85

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6 CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................................... 87

Line-Width Mapping “Roots” Parts ......................................................................................................... 98

Resin Shrinkage “Tree” Parts..

............................................................................................................. 103

7 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................... 107

Clean Fan Filter.................................................................................................................................... 108

Clean Power Meter Window and Replace Washer ..

............................................................................ 109

Clean Laser Window ..

.......................................................................................................................... 112

Clean Recoater Blade ..

........................................................................................................................ 113

Clean Level Sensor Baffle..

.................................................................................................................. 117

Check Vacuum Level..

.......................................................................................................................... 118

Recoater Blade Compression Spring Replacement..

........................................................................... 120

Power Meter Window Replacement Kit..

.............................................................................................. 122

Recoater Blade Air Flow Control Valve, Breather Vent, and Cap..

....................................................... 126

Platform Locating Pin and Set Screw..

................................................................................................. 127

Screw Jack Support Shim ..

.................................................................................................................. 128

Stacklight Elements and Horn..

............................................................................................................ 129

UPS System..

....................................................................................................................................... 130

LED Light Fixture ..

............................................................................................................................... 131

8 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................... 132

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9 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION ................................................. 142

Recoat/Build Parameters Selection Screen ......................................................................................... 142

Edit Parameters Screens ..

................................................................................................................... 143

EMC Class A Warning ..

........................................................................................................................ 144

FCC Statements (U.S.A.)..

................................................................................................................... 144

Canada Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)..

.................................................................................... 144

MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) ..

.................................................................................................. 145

Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Households in the European Union ..

.................... 145

Service Hazard Types

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1 SERVICE AND SUPPORT

This chapter provides information on service and support for the V650 Flex as well as safety

information and safety label locations.

Service

If you have a problem with your printer that is not covered in this guide, please contact

Stratasys Customer Support. Contact information is available from the Stratasys website at:

ht

tp://www.stratasys.com/customer-support/contact-customer-support.

When calling in for service, always have your printer’s software version and hardware serial

num

ber available. You may need to provide a SVD file from SolidView PRO V650 to aid in

troubleshooting your system.

Software Support

If you have a software problem that is not covered in this guide, please contact Stratasys

Customer Support. Contact information is available from the Stratasys website at: http://

www.stratasys.com/customer-support/contact-customer-support.

When calling in for service, always have your printer’s software version and printer serial

num

ber available. You may need to provide a SVD file from SolidView PRO V650 to aid in

troubleshooting your system.

Safety Instructions

The following basic safety tips are given to ensure safe installation, operation, and

maintenance of Stratasys equipment and are not to be considered as comprehensive on

matters of safety. The V650 Flex printer is designed to be safe and reliable rapid prototyping

printers. Access to areas of the printer are potentially dangerous.

Hazard Types

Stratasys recommends that all services be performed by qualified personnel. All personnel

working on or around the printer should be knowledgeable of what the following hazard

classifications mean throughout this guide.

Safety Instructions Safety Warnings

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Safety Warnings

Laser

Figure 1: Laser Warning Labels

Laser Safety

This Stratasys automated laser-based 3D printing system fully complies with Federal Laser

Pr

oduct Performance Standards (FLPPS) 21CFR1040.10 and IEC-60825 as a Class 1 laser. A

Class 1 laser means any laser product that does not permit access to levels of laser radiation

in excess of Class 1 accessible emission limits (AEL) during operation.

A Class 1 laser system can contain a higher Class laser (i.e. embedded) however cannot emit

ac

cessible laser radiation levels during operation in excess of Class 1 AEL. Definition per ANSI

Z136.1 standard for Safe Use of Lasers; a Class 1 laser system is considered to be incapable

of producing damaging radiation levels during operation and exempt from any user control

measures. Control measures are a means to mitigate potential hazards associated with the

use of lasers and can be divided into three groups; engineering, procedural (administrative)

and personal protective equipment (PPE).

This Class 1 laser-based 3D printing system utilizes an embedded Class 4 ultraviolet (UV)

la

ser within the interlocked and labeled protective housing. Protective housing means those

portions of a laser product that are designed to prevent human access to laser and/or collateral

radiation in excess of Class 1 accessible emission limits during operation.

A Class 4 laser product means any laser that does permit human access during operation to

le

vels of laser radiation in excess of the accessible emission limits. A Class 4 laser system is a

hazard to the eye or skin from the direct beam, may pose a fire hazard or diffuse reflection

hazard, and may also produce laser generated air contaminants (LGACs) and hazardous

plasma radiation.

Safety Instructions Safety Warnings

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The V650 Flex utilizes a 355-nm laser with a maximum output of maximum output of 1.25 kW

@ 30khz at source. Typical usage is at 100khz. Repetition range is single shot to 300khz.

Pulse duration is <35ns. Laser duty cycle is dependent on repetition rate. When the build

chamber access doors are open and the interlocks defeated, Class IV-High Power Laser

visible and invisible radiation exposure is possible. Only authorized personnel should access

the Laser Enclosure, and must be equipped with necessary eye protection.

A Guarding System employs an electromechanical laser shutter that prevents the emission of

las

er light. Opening any of the chamber doors, or engaging the E-Stop, blocks the output of the

beam. With the Guarding System enabled, the product qualifies as a Class 1 Laser Product.

This safety feature can be defeated by turning the "Guarding" key switch to the Bypass

pos

ition. In this position, all safety features are disabled and exposure to the laser beam is

possible. Anyone operating the machine in the bypassed state should be familiar with Class IV-

High Power Laser safe practices, and take the appropriate precautions.

The laser beam is a fire and safety hazard. Precautions must be taken to prevent accidental

exp

osure to direct or reflected laser beam. Both diffuse and specula reflections can cause

severe skin or immediate and permanent eye damage. Proper eyewear must be worn at all

times.

A Class 4 high-powered laser system:

• Is a hazard to the eye or skin from the direct beam

• M

ay pose a diffuse reflection risk or fire hazard

• M

ay also produce laser-generated air contaminants (LGAC) and hazardous plasma

ra

diation

A laser is also used to monitor resin level while building. It is a class II laser (FDA CDRH

21C

FR PART1040.10) with a maximum output of 0.95mW. It has a wavelength of 650 nm

visible light.

Resin

Wear Nitrile gloves when handling any system component that has been contaminated with

resin. Prolonged or repeated contact with certain resins can result in allergic reactions.

Caution:

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those

specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Note:

By engineering design no laser radiation exceeding Class 1 accessible emission

limits are present or accessible during operation of this laser-based 3D printing

system.

Safety Instructions Safety Warnings

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Moving Parts

The V650 Flex employs moving mechanical parts which pose the risk of severe personal injury.

Always use extra care when working around the machine. Do not wear ties, loose clothing, or

dangling jewelry. Keep long hair tied up and away from any moving parts.

Moving parts are located inside both the Build Chamber and Vat Enclosure. These areas

sh

ould not be opened while any part of the machine is still moving. The Guarding System, if not

disabled, will immediately stop all moving parts when either area is opened. Operators are

prevented from using the system with the Guarding System disabled.

High Voltage

The "High Voltage" warning label indicates the presence of high voltages. Always stay away

from any exposed electrical circuitry. It is recommended that all jewelry be removed before

working around the machine.

High Voltage systems are located inside the Electrical Enclosure. The machine should be

co

mpletely powered down before replacing any electrical component.

Safety Instructions Hazard Classifications

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Hazard Classifications

Stratasys recommends that all services be performed by qualified personnel. All personnel

working on or around this printer should be knowledgeable of what the following hazard

classifications mean throughout this guide.

• Warnings

and Cautions precede the paragraph to which they pertain.

• Notes

follow the relative paragraph.

Product Safety Signs

Stratasys makes every effort to ensure that our printers are safe and reliable at all times.

However, there will be times when you must access areas of the printer where potentially high

voltages, hot temperatures, and/or moving mechanical components could cause severe injury.

Warning:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in injury

or death.

Caution:

Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in damage to equipment.

Indicates additional information relative to the current topic.

Always read and adhere to safety statements, and be aware of the following safety

signs when you see them on the printer.

Warning Symbols Meaning Location Comments

Class 1 laser

product

Next to the emergency stop

bu

ttons, front and left side

top panels. Also on the rear

top panel.

Class 1 laser present.

Avoid long-term viewing of

the laser.

Class 4 laser

ex

posure

Beneath the bypass switch

on the front panel and on

the top cover.

Class 4 visible and

in

visible laser radiation

exists within the system.

Risk of eye or skin

exposure to direct or

scattered radiation when

open.

Safety Instructions Product Safety Signs

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High voltage

On the electrical panel

do

or, above and below the

main disconnect switch.

Risk of electric shock.

Gloves Vat and resin bottles

Risk of chemical exposure.

We

ar approved safety

gloves and sleeves.

Moving parts

Beneath the build area

do

or, front and left side.

Risk of injury from moving

parts.

Warning Symbols Meaning Location Comments

Safety Instructions Product Safety Label Locations

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Product Safety Label Locations

Figure 2: Front safety label locations

Safety Instructions Product Safety Label Locations

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Figure 3: Left side safety label locations

Safety Instructions Product Safety Label Locations

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Figure 4: Right side safety label locations

Safety Instructions Product Safety Label Locations

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Figure 5: Rear and Top safety label locations

Safety Instructions Potential Safety Hazard Areas

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Potential Safety Hazard Areas

The build chamber, recoater, elevator, and vat lift are highlighted as potential safety hazards

that may cause printer failure or reliability problems if proper safety procedures are not

followed.

Door Interlocks

Interlock switches are used to communicate the status of the five upper and lower doors

located on the back, side, and front of the printer. For safety reasons, all doors and their

corresponding interlock switches must be closed before the vat, elevator and recoater motors

will operate. Additionally, the laser enters a shuttered state when any of the doors and

interlocks are open.

The printer’s servo motors are disabled by interlock switches when any door is open.

Use caution.

Warning: Chemical Exposure.

Always wear safety gloves and long sleeves when working in the build area and vat

enclosures.

Warning: Moving Parts.

Never wear a tie, loose clothing or dangling jewelry when working around moving

components of the printer. The build chamber, recoater, elevator, and vat lift contain

mechanical drive components that can cause severe injury. The Vat drive assembly

and weight of the Vat can cause severe injury. Hazards are minimized by interlock

switches but caution should be used around any moving part. Use extreme caution

whenever accessing these areas of the printer.

Safety Instructions General Safety Practices

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General Safety Practices

Abide by these general safety practices when working with this printer.

Lockout Tagout (LOTO)

Warning: High Voltage.

High voltage is present in the printer.

Warning: Falling Hazard.

Only use an OSHA or CE approved step stool when accessing the area under the

top cover.

Warning: Chemical Exposure.

Always wear safety gloves and long sleeves when working in the build area.

Warning: Chemical Exposure Eyewear.

Always wear safety glasses when working in the build area.

Warning: LASER Exposure Eyewear.

Always wear 200nm-540nm LASER protective safety glasses when working on the

LASER. Glasses must meet ANSI 136.1 standards. A minimum optical density of 4

is required at 355nm. (+OD4 @355nm).

Warning: LASER Exposure Clothing.

Always wear safety gloves and long sleeves when working on the LASER.

Customer site procedures regarding lockout tagout always take precedence over the

Stratasys service procedure.

Safety Instructions Environmental Requirements

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Environmental Requirements

• The V650 Flex printer is for indoor use only.

• Air quality conditions with excessive solid particulates (conductive or non-conductive) may

r

esult in system damage.

• Air quality conditions in which airborne oils are allowed to accumulate on or within the

p

rinter can damage the plastic components.

• System operating temperature shall be in the range of 59°F to 72°F (15°C to 22°C), with

r

elative humidity range of 10% to 50% non-condensing.

• System storage temperature shall be in the range of 32°F to 95°F (0°C to 35°C), with

r

elative humidity range of 20% to 90% non-condensing.

• Altitude shall not exceed 6561.68 feet (2000 m).

•

Material storage shall be in the range of 55°F to 86°F (13°C to 30°C), with relative humidity

l

ess than 70%.

• Typical Heat output: 210W or 716 BTU per hour

T

ypical heat output is calculated at 50% of typical power consumption:

3.5Amps @ 120V. 120 * 3.5 * 50% = 210W; 210 * 3.41 = 716BTU/hr

• Maximum Heat output: 1000W or ~3410 BTU per hour with resin heaters on.

Some resins will require lower humidity ranges to operate correctly.

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