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	* [https://formlabs.com/ Formlabs website]		* [https://formlabs.com/ Formlabs website]
	* [https://formlabs.com/fr/software/#preform Preform software]		* [https://formlabs.com/fr/software/#preform Preform software]

			{{Short description\|SLA 3D printer of the department}}

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	~~== Presentation ==~~		Formlab Form 3+ is a 3D printer in the department that uses SLA (StereoLithography Apparatus) technology. This resin printer can produce objects with specific properties like heat resistance or flexibility.
	Form 3+ is a 3D printer ~~by Formlabs~~ that uses SLA (StereoLithography Apparatus) technology. It is a process of polymerization (solidification) of liquid resin, thanks to a UV laser. It differs from FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling = printer with a filament) so read carefully this documentation. With SLA, the resin is irreversibily hardened in a type of material called ''thermosetting polymer''. Since it resists heat, the obtained pieces can't be recycled properly. It also generate more trash with the replacement of tanks and cans. On top of that SLA production costs are higher than our other FDM machines. With that in mind, consider opting for SLA instead of FDM if :
			== Choosing SLA vs FDM ==
			SLA is a process of polymerization (solidification) of liquid resin, thanks to a UV laser. It differs from FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling = printer with a filament) so read carefully this documentation. With SLA, the resin is irreversibily hardened in a type of material called ''thermosetting polymer''. Since it resists heat, the obtained pieces can't be recycled properly. It also generate more trash with the replacement of tanks and cans. On top of that SLA production costs are higher than our other FDM machines. With that in mind, consider opting for SLA instead of FDM if :
	* Result needs to be more precise than what other printers can do		* Result needs to be more precise than what other printers can do
	* Result needs to resist to heat or certain mechanical forces		* Result needs to resist to heat or certain mechanical forces
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	== Support ==		== Support ==
	For additional information to this documentation (time and settings for Formwash and Formcure etc.) see https://support.formlabs.com/s/?language=fr		For additional information to this documentation (time and settings for Formwash and Formcure etc.) see [https://support.formlabs.com/s/?language=fr Formlabs support].
	In case of problems with the machines send a detailed email to support@cylaos.fr with pictures.		In case of problems with the machines send a detailed email to support@cylaos.fr with pictures.
	People who made the training: Valentin (PhD student), Clémentine (M2), Côme (M2), Louise (M1). People who already used the machine : Soumil (M2), Timothée (M2).		People who made the training: Valentin (PhD student), Clémentine (M2), Côme (M2), Louise (M1). People who already used the machine : Soumil (M2), Timothée (M2).
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	== Prepare your 3D model with Preform ==		== Prepare your 3D model with Preform ==

	~~See [[~~Preform~~]] documentation~~.		Use Preform.

	== Printing ==		== Printing ==
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	== Clean the print ==		== Clean the print ==
	=== Clean with the ~~Formwash~~ ===		=== Clean with the Form Wash ===
	The amount of alcohol should be between the two arrows, which indicates when it is time to change the alcohol.		The amount of alcohol should be between the two arrows, which indicates when it is time to change the alcohol.
	=> To be completed		=> To be completed
	Formlabs recommends for the Tough 2000 two washing times of 10min each, with a clean solvent for the 2nd. With the instructor we did not change the solvent so this should not be necessary. https://support.formlabs.com/s/article/Form-Wash-Time-Settings?language=en_US.		Formlabs recommends for the Tough 2000 two washing times of 10min each, with a clean solvent for the 2nd. With the instructor we did not change the solvent so this should not be necessary. [https://support.formlabs.com/s/article/Form-Wash-Time-Settings?language=en_US. Form Wash time settings].

	It becomes necessary to change the alcohol in the Formcure when the parts are badly cleaned and have more and more deposit.		It becomes necessary to change the alcohol in the Formcure when the parts are badly cleaned and have more and more deposit.
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	=== Clean by hand ===		=== Clean by hand ===
	It is necessary to clean the print by hand after it has passed through the machine, especially to make sure that there is no resin left in the corners and grooves. '''(I don't have notes on how this was done, but I believe the guy used a pipette to make short, powerful jets of alcohol or water. See a video to be sure how to do it).'''		It is necessary to clean the print by hand after it has passed through the machine, especially to make sure that there is no resin left in the corners and grooves. '''(I don't have notes on how this was done, but I believe the guy used a pipette to make short, powerful jets of alcohol or water. See a video to be sure how to do it).'''

			== External links ==
			* [https://formlabs.com/ Formlabs website]
			* [https://formlabs.com/fr/software/#preform Preform software]

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	* Result needs to have properties specific to certain resins: flexibility, transparency...		* Result needs to have properties specific to certain resins: flexibility, transparency...

	== Security ==		== Security and rules of use ==
			* '''Handle with gloves and glasses when working with resin or alcohol. In case of contact with the body, wash exposed parts with soap and water.'''
	'''Handle with gloves and glasses when working with resin or alcohol. In case of contact with the body, wash exposed parts with soap and water.'''

	~~== Important rules of use ==~~
	* Do not touch the transparent film under and in the tanks (things containing the poured resin). Also, do not put the tank outside of its receptacle or the printer. This would cause damage to the film, disturbing the action of the laser and requiring the replacement of the tank (135€). The tank is therefore handled by holding the handles on the sides.		* Do not touch the transparent film under and in the tanks (things containing the poured resin). Also, do not put the tank outside of its receptacle or the printer. This would cause damage to the film, disturbing the action of the laser and requiring the replacement of the tank (135€). The tank is therefore handled by holding the handles on the sides.
	* A tank is only used for ONE type of resin. A label (which must be stuck on the tank and its receptacle) allows to know the type of resin used. If none of the tanks currently in use has the resin you want, you use a new tank.		* A tank is only used for ONE type of resin. A label (which must be stuck on the tank and its receptacle) allows to know the type of resin used. If none of the tanks currently in use has the resin you want, you use a new tank.
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	=== Starting the printing with the Form3+ ===		=== Starting the printing with the Form3+ ===

	~~=> To be completed~~		You can link your laptop to the machine using the USB cable. Follow instructions on the Form3+.

	=== End of printing ===		=== End of printing ===

Admin: Admin moved page Form3+ to Form3 without leaving a redirect: The + sign of Form3+ is encoded in the url. It is better to remove it.

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Admin moved page Form3+ to Form3 without leaving a redirect: The + sign of Form3+ is encoded in the url. It is better to remove it.

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Admin: Creation of the Form3+ page and start of the documentation

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Creation of the Form3+ page and start of the documentation

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== Presentation ==
Form 3+ is a 3D printer by Formlabs that uses SLA (StereoLithography Apparatus) technology. It is a process of polymerization (solidification) of liquid resin, thanks to a UV laser. It differs from FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling = printer with a filament) so read carefully this documentation. With SLA, the resin is irreversibily hardened in a type of material called ''thermosetting polymer''. Since it resists heat, the obtained pieces can't be recycled properly. It also generate more trash with the replacement of tanks and cans. On top of that SLA production costs are higher than our other FDM machines. With that in mind, consider opting for SLA instead of FDM if :
* Result needs to be more precise than what other printers can do
* Result needs to resist to heat or certain mechanical forces
* Result needs to have properties specific to certain resins: flexibility, transparency...

== Security ==

'''Handle with gloves and glasses when working with resin or alcohol. In case of contact with the body, wash exposed parts with soap and water.'''

== Important rules of use ==
* Do not touch the transparent film under and in the tanks (things containing the poured resin). Also, do not put the tank outside of its receptacle or the printer. This would cause damage to the film, disturbing the action of the laser and requiring the replacement of the tank (135€). The tank is therefore handled by holding the handles on the sides.
* A tank is only used for ONE type of resin. A label (which must be stuck on the tank and its receptacle) allows to know the type of resin used. If none of the tanks currently in use has the resin you want, you use a new tank.
* The orange color of some transparent elements allows to protect the resin from UV of the natural light. We therefore think to close the lid of the tanks or the machine containing the tank with resin.
* Handle tanks containing resin with care to avoid spilling it.
* Resin is a liquid chemical and should not be disposed of in a normal garbage can. This also applies to the paper towel used to wipe up the resin residue. Everything should be disposed of in the specially labelled chemical waste garbage can. <= This is theory, because for now no such garbage can exist yet.

== Support ==
For additional information to this documentation (time and settings for Formwash and Formcure etc.) see https://support.formlabs.com/s/?language=fr
In case of problems with the machines send a detailed email to support@cylaos.fr with pictures.
People who made the training: Valentin (PhD student), Clémentine (M2), Côme (M2), Louise (M1). People who already used the machine : Soumil (M2), Timothée (M2).

== Printing process ==

To make a print it is necessary to go through different steps:
* preparation of the 3D model with [https://formlabs.com/fr/software/#preform Preform software]
* printing with Form 3+ not 3B or 3A
* automatic cleaning with Formwash
* manual cleaning
* UV polymerization with Formcure
* cutting of the object's supports

It is not necessary to take care of the object directly after a step in a machine, however it is good to take advantage of the fact that the object is full of alcohol after the Formwash to continue with the manual cleaning.

== Choosing the right resin ==
=> to complete

== Prepare your 3D model with Preform ==

See [[Preform]] documentation.

== Printing ==
=== Prepare the material ===
* Glasses, gloves, paper towels
* Tools behind the Formwash
* Work surface protection

=== Prepare the Form3+ ===
to complete

=> Add here the things that normally don't need to be done like
upgrading the machine.

=== Starting the printing with the Form3+ ===

=> To be completed

=== End of printing ===
To retrieve the part, lift the small latch on top of the platform and grasp the black handle on top of the platform. Pull the handle towards you, and with a rotation of the wrist at the same time, put the platform face up. Prepare a protection on the work surface (cutting board) and provide paper towels. Close the cap of the resin cartridge at the back of the Form3+. Clean the holder with paper towel and alcohol.

To remove the piece, twist the metal plate by taking a metal handle in each hand, thumbs on the black handle. If this step was not sufficient, use the squeegee in the back compartment of the Formwash and give small strokes in different directions at the base of the piece.

== Clean the print ==
=== Clean with the Formwash ===
The amount of alcohol should be between the two arrows, which indicates when it is time to change the alcohol.
=> To be completed
Formlabs recommends for the Tough 2000 two washing times of 10min each, with a clean solvent for the 2nd. With the instructor we did not change the solvent so this should not be necessary. https://support.formlabs.com/s/article/Form-Wash-Time-Settings?language=en_US.

It becomes necessary to change the alcohol in the Formcure when the parts are badly cleaned and have more and more deposit.

=== Clean by hand ===
It is necessary to clean the print by hand after it has passed through the machine, especially to make sure that there is no resin left in the corners and grooves. '''(I don't have notes on how this was done, but I believe the guy used a pipette to make short, powerful jets of alcohol or water. See a video to be sure how to do it).'''