3D Systems Cube 3rd Generation Quick Start Manual - page 28

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REMOVING SIDEWALKS

A sidewalk is a mesh boundary that prints around the outside diameter of the part. Its main purpose is 

to reduce the tendency of warping especially when printing flat parts with ABS material. They are not 

recommended for parts that have fine details. 

Sidewalks are designed to easily break away from a part once it has been removed from the print pad.

REMOVING SUPPORTS

Supports are used when printing creations that need a supporting structure to print properly.

When using PLA or ABS as a support material, peel the supports away from the part. Then, using wire 

cutters, cut away the support structure from your creation. Once the supports have been cut away, use 

fine-grade sandpaper (not included) to finish smoothing the part.

When using 

Infinity Rinse-Away™

 support material, run warm water over the part until the part can be 

removed from the print pad. Submerge the part in warm water until the supports begin to soften. Pull the 

supports away from the part using pliers (supplied). With most of the support material removed, use a 

blunt-edged pick or toothbrush to remove residual support material from holes and crevices. To remove 

support material from moving parts or areas that are difficult to reach, it is recommended that the part is 

allowed to soak in water for several hours. Then, rinse the part under running warm water to ensure all 

supports have been removed.