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Macro
This refers to a sequence of GCode instructions which are executed sequentially to perform a particular function.
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Manifold
This is a term which is used to describe whether a surface model contains any gaps in its surface - i.e. whether it is ‘watertight’. Non-manifold surface ...
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MEK
Methyl ethyl ketone, also known as butanone is commonly used as an industrial solvent and polymer cement. It can be used for joining together printed part...
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Mesh
See 3D Model.
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Micro-Manufacturing
A term used by us to describe the manufacture of objects on your desktop - i.e. a personal factory. Also used in industry to describe the manufacture of v...
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Microstepping
A method of increasing the number of steps per rotation of a stepper motor by varying the supply to the coils, allowing for increased resolution and smoot...
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Model
See 3D Model.
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Nozzle
This is the part of the printhead through which material is extruded. Robox® has two nozzles of different diameters - 0.3mm and 0.8mm - with the smaller b...
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Nozzle Height
On Robox® this is used to describe the difference between the mechanically determined surface position (the bed) and the actual position.
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Nozzle Opening
On Robox® this describes the point at which plastic begins to flow from the nozzle, based on the position of the needle valve
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