V-Z
This is a process used to smooth out the surface of a 3D printed
model by vaporising a solvent and then allowing to condense
on the surface of the model -...
Fri, 15 May, 2015 at 4:29 PM
Viscosity is a property of fluids determining it's resistance to
flow. The higher the viscosity, the more difficult a material
will be to extrude or d...
Fri, 15 May, 2015 at 4:30 PM
A print defect caused by uneven cooling of the part, particularly
severe in certain materials such as PP, HDPE and ABS. The
enclosed build chamber of Robo...
Thu, 14 May, 2015 at 4:45 PM
Wood Polymer Composite - a composite material produced
from wood ‘flour’ and a thermoplastic. Can be used for printing
‘wood like’ objects.
Fri, 15 May, 2015 at 4:32 PM
The X carriage contains the HeadLock™ system for attaching
different print heads and moves left to right along the X rails.
Thu, 14 May, 2015 at 4:28 PM
This is the axis which controls the motion of the bed forwards
and backwards along the Y rail, driven by a belt and pulley
system.
Thu, 14 May, 2015 at 4:26 PM
This is the axis which controls the motion of the gantry up and
down along the Z rail, driven by leadscrew.
Thu, 14 May, 2015 at 4:26 PM
These are the plastic housings which hold the X rails
perpendicular to the Z axis and form the two sides of the
gantry.
Thu, 14 May, 2015 at 4:25 PM