Objet Objet30 User Manual - page 24
Introducing the Objet30 3-D Printing System
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Printing Materials
Objet30 printers produce models by jetting thin layers of printing materials
on the build tray, until the complete model is formed. Two types of material
are used in this process:
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Model material—which makes up the finished model
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Support material—which fills gaps and spaces in the model during
printing, and is removed after printing
Available
Materials
Two groups of Model materials are available for the Objet30 printer—
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Vero
Materials in this group are suitable for general model making, and come
in a choice of color (white, blue, gray, and black). They offer the
following features:
thermo‐plastics simulation (appearance and feel)
high dimensional stability (especially with VeroGray™)
excellent detail and surface quality
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Durus
DurusWhite™ is currently available, with the following features:
polypropylene simulation (appearance and feel)
enhanced toughness and flexibility—suitable for reusable containers
and other snap‐fit applications
For up‐to‐date information about Objet printing materials and their
properties, go to www.objet.com/Materials.
Storage
Materials used for printing models with Objet30 printers are made of
resins, which are composed of reactive monomers and oligomers.
Although printing materials are supplied in sealed, UV‐proof cartridges,
care must be taken when storing and handling them. Follow these
guidelines to protect operators and the environment, and to ensure
optimum results.
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To ensure product stability, do not allow these materials to come into
contact with metal. Plastics made from monomer‐soluble substances
(such as polystyrene or polyvinyl chloride) are not suitable for storing
Objet printing materials.
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When not in use, keep material cartridges tightly sealed to prevent
contamination, the effects of exposure to UV radiation, and accidental
spillage.
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Store material cartridges indoors, in a dry area with adequate
ventilation, between 16–27 degrees Celsius (60–81 degrees Fahrenheit).
If exposed to heat or flames, cartridges may burst or ignite.
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Signs of premature polymerization in material cartridges may include
bulging, leaking, the emission of heat, and unusual odor. Exposure to
heat can cause resin to gel in the cartridge.
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Make sure that material cartridges are stored in accordance with all
local regulations and other applicable requirements.