3DGence MMS1 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Original instruction
3DGence Material Management System

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COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS
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and consequential damages, including lost profits, business interruption or loss of business information) or expenses incurred
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parties have been advised of the possibility of such damage or expenses.
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Table of content
I PREFACE...............................................................................................................................................................................4
1. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................................................................4
2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE DEVICE .........................................................................................................................4
3. DEVICE IDENTIFICATION....................................................................................................................................................5
4. THE IMPORTANCE OF THE MATERIAL DRYING PROCESS FOR THE PRINTING PROCESS ........................................................6
II INSTALLATION CONDITIONS ...................................................................................................................................................7
1. SECURITY MEASURES .............................................................................................................................................................7
1.1. Symbols used in the manual...........................................................................................................................................7
1.2. General safety practices .................................................................................................................................................7
1.3. Symbols used in the 3DGence Material Management System device ...........................................................................8
1.4. Potential areas of security hazards.................................................................................................................................8
1.5. Moving the device ..........................................................................................................................................................8
1.6. Place of installation ........................................................................................................................................................9
1.7. Specification of electrical connection...........................................................................................................................12
1.8. Power requirement ......................................................................................................................................................12
2. CONTENTS OF THE SET.........................................................................................................................................................12
3. UNPACKING THE MMS.........................................................................................................................................................13
4. STEPS BEFORE STARTING THE DEVICE .................................................................................................................................13
5. START-UP 3DGENCE MATERIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ....................................................................................................13
5.1. Connecting to power source and switching on the device...........................................................................................13
5.2. Preparing the device chambers for operation..............................................................................................................13
5.3 Connecting the WLAN adapter...............................................................................................................................13
5.3. Network configuration .................................................................................................................................................14
III CONSTRUCTION OF THE 3DGENCE MATERIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DEVICE ...............................................................15
1. GENERAL ..............................................................................................................................................................................15
3. USER INTERFACE PANEL.......................................................................................................................................................17
3.1. Display: .........................................................................................................................................................................17
3.2. Power switch ................................................................................................................................................................17
4. CHAMBER OF THE 3DGENCE MATERIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.......................................................................................17
4.1. MMS chamber door and door opening sensor.............................................................................................................17
4.2. Material drawer and drying cartridge ..........................................................................................................................17
4.3. Temperature sensors....................................................................................................................................................17
4.4. Chamber fans................................................................................................................................................................17
5. ECOSYSTEM SMART MATERIAL MANAGER..........................................................................................................................17
6. REAR PANEL.....................................................................................................................................................................18
6.1. LAN .........................................................................................................................................................................18
6.2. Overcurrent protection ..........................................................................................................................................18
6.3. Main switch ............................................................................................................................................................18

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6.4. Power cable input...................................................................................................................................................18
7. ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES...................................................................................................................................................18
7.1. Recrystallisation set for prints ......................................................................................................................................18
7.2. 3-chamber extension....................................................................................................................................................18
7.2.1. Methods of connecting the expansion module to the mains ............................................................................18
7.2.2. Contents of the 3-chamber extension set..........................................................................................................19
7.2.3. Preparation of devices for installation of the 3-chamber extension .................................................................19
IV USER INTERFACE..............................................................................................................................................................23
1. MENU AT REST .....................................................................................................................................................................23
1.1. Network settings screen...............................................................................................................................................24
1.2. Settings screen..............................................................................................................................................................27
1.2.1 MMS info screen ....................................................................................................................................................27
1.2.2 Time/date settings screen......................................................................................................................................28
1.2.3 Language screen.....................................................................................................................................................29
1.2.4 Storage settings......................................................................................................................................................29
2. Work with the 3DGence Material Management System device..........................................................................................30
2.1. Material statuses in the 3DGence Material Management System device........................................................................31
V OPERATION OF THE DEVICE ..............................................................................................................................................32
1. FIRMWARE UPDATE.............................................................................................................................................................32
2. SWITCHING THE DEVICE ON AND OFF .................................................................................................................................32
2.1. Activating the 3DGence Material Management System ..............................................................................................32
2.2. Deactivating the 3DGence Material Management System ..........................................................................................32
3. PROCESS OF PREPARING MATERIALS FOR PRINTING ..........................................................................................................33
4. RECRYSTALLISATION PROCESS OF PRINTOUTS ....................................................................................................................36
5. REGENERATION PROCESS OF DESICCANT CARTRIDGES.......................................................................................................37
6. USER DEFINED PROCESS (optional)......................................................................................................................................38
VII SOFTWARE.........................................................................................................................................................................40
1. 3DGENCE CLOUD..................................................................................................................................................................40
VIII MAINTENANCE ..............................................................................................................................................................41
1. Once the process is completed in the chamber .........................................................................................................41
2. Once a week or more frequently................................................................................................................................41
2.1. Housing of the device.............................................................................................................................................41
IX TECHNICAL SUPPORT .......................................................................................................................................................41
X GLOSSARY.........................................................................................................................................................................42

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I PREFACE
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the 3DGence Material Management System device [MMS]. The following manual will guide you through
the correct preparation of materials for the printing process, guaranteeing the highest quality of printed items and allowing
for repetitive and safe operation of the device over a long period of time.
This manual contains the information necessary for the correct and safe use of the device. Before starting to work, it is
necessary to carefully read the entire contents of the manual below.
The MMS must not be used by anyone who has not read the manual. Improper use may damage the device, cause injury or
even endanger the life of the operator.
By starting to use the 3DGence Material Management System device, you are agreeing with the full content of the user manual,
you are agreeing with the guidelines contained therein and the warranty conditions available on the manufacturer's website:
www.3dgence.com.
Caution must be exercised when using the device due to residual risks that exist despite the inherent safety design,
safety measures and additional protective measures. Attention must be paid to markings and messages informing
about hazards, i.e. stickers on mechanical parts of the device, messages on the LCD display and warning sound signals.
Their meaning is described in this manual.
2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE DEVICE
The 3DGence Material Management System is an industrial device designed to:
•Store reels of printing materials.
•Carry out the process of preparing spools of material for printing.
•Carry out the recrystallisation process of printed components.
The device uses a hybrid system of hot air and industrial desiccant. The drying and recrystallisation parameters for the printed
elements, developed by the 3DGence team, were prepared based on industry standards for acceptable wet weight content in
the material. The technical specification of the device is shown in table 1.
Table 1 Technical specifications of the 3DGence Material Management System
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Device dimensions
(W x D x H)
- 1 chamber: 850 mm x 630 mm x 1740 mm
- 3 chambers: 850 mm x 630 mm x 1740 mm
- 6 chambers: 1560 mm x 630 mm x 1740 mm
Max. device dimensions with door open
(W x D x H)
- 1 chamber: 850 mm x 1090 mm x 1740 mm
- 3 chambers: 850 mm x 1090 mm x 1740 mm
- 6 chambers: 1560 mm x 1090 mm x 1740 mm
Device packaging (W x D x H)
TBD
Weight of the device without packaging
TBD
Weight of the device with packaging
TBD
ENVIRONMENT
Operating temperature
10 –28°C
relative humidity between 30% and 60% without condensation
Storage temperature
-20 –54°C
relative humidity between 10% and 85% without condensation
POWER SUPPLY
Required connection in European conditions
- 1 chamber: Plug 1ph 16A CEE 7/7
- 3 chambers: Plug 1ph 16A CEE 7/7
- 6 chambers: Plug 3ph 32A CEE 17
Required connection in US conditions
- 1 chamber: Plug NEMA L6 20A

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- 3 chambers: Plug NEMA L6 20A
- 6 chambers: 2x Plug NEMA L6 20A
Length of power supply cable
2200 mm
Voltage
- 1 chamber: 230V AC (210-250V AC)
- 3 chambers: 230V AC (210-250V AC)
- 6 chambers: 2x 230V AC (210-250V AC)
Frequency
50-60 Hz
Maximum power consumption of the device without
additional accessories
- 1 chamber: 1300 W
- 3 chambers: 3680 W
- 6 chambers: 7300 W
TEMPERATURES
Operating temperature range
50°C - 200°C
CONNECTIVITY
Communication
Wi-Fi, LAN, USB
TECHNOLOGY
Working technology
Dry air (actively dried)
Device chamber space (W x D x H)
470 mm x 260 mm x 320 mm
Volume of chamber of the device
39.1 L
Number of places for materials in one chamber
4 (unlimited with CUSTOM option)
Number of chambers in the device
Depending on version (1, 3 or 6 chambers)
Maximum diameter of the filament spool
220 mm
Maximum spool thickness
90 mm
Material tracking system
Smart Material Manager
Third-party materials
Yes, in the CUSTOM option
Process settings for material preparation
Preset / Edit in CUSTOM option
Recrystallisation process settings
Pre-defined
SOFTWARE
Device monitoring and archive
Locally and in the 3DGence CLOUD
Software updates
Automatic, via USB
STRUCTURE
Structure
Freestanding, equipped with castors
Frame
Steel
Door
Sealed / thermally insulated with active ventilation
Electronics
Original 3DGence
NFC TAG reader
Yes, on the front of the device
Display
10'' TFT capacitive with 1280 x 768 px resolution
SECURITY
Door
Mechanical lock with key, door opening sensor
CERTIFICATION
Compliance with standards
TBD
Designations
TBD
EU certification of the device
ACCESSORIES
Recrystallisation set for prints
Desiccant cartridges (one for each chamber)
Drawers for storing materials in the device chamber (one for each chamber)
Wi-Fi adapter
Power adapter 1x 3ph 400V 32A / 3x 1ph 230V 32A (for connecting additional 3 chambers)
3. DEVICE IDENTIFICATION
The MMS device can be identified by its serial number which can be found on the nameplate located on the rear cover of the
device. You can also check the serial number on the printer display. By submitting a request via the 3DGence CLOUD platform,

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3DGence technical support department will automatically receive the serial number of your device in your request. The serial
number starts with a symbol: S/N MMS1 which should be specified when contacting 3DGence technical support.
Fig. 1Nameplate of the device
4. THE IMPORTANCE OF THE MATERIAL DRYING PROCESS FOR THE PRINTING PROCESS
Undesirable degradation processes occurring in plastics processing are well known and preventive steps are clearly defined in
the technical data sheets of the base resins. One type of thermoplastic degradation is degradation by hydrolysis - the separation
of a polymer chain caused by water molecules adhering to the chain. During printing, by heating the filament in the head to a
high temperature, water is removed from its volume. Excess water during the printing process can cause a number of visual
defects (air bubbles, cracking of elements, colour change) and a decrease in the strength properties of the print.
For 3D printing, the most important preparatory step for the printing process is to provide a build material with an optimal,
low water content. In conventional plastics processing (e.g. injection), the permissible water content in the material does not
exceed 0.5% of the weight of the material, and in most cases this value is below 0.08%.
A number of material conditioning methods are used to ensure a material with the correct water content. One of these is dry
air drying which is able to dry the material down to as little as 0.01%. The 3DGence Material Management System uses a similar
dry process air delivery technology. The air passing through the desiccant cartridge provides optimum conditions for effective
material preparation, eliminating the potential risk of the print defects described above.

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II INSTALLATION CONDITIONS
1. SECURITY MEASURES
The following information describes the correct operating conditions for the 3DGence Material Management System device.
Failure to observe the indications and counter-indications may considerably shorten the life of the device, infringe the warranty
conditions or endanger the health of users.
1.1. Symbols used in the manual
The manual is marked with the symbols specified below. They will allow you to identify potentially health- or device-
threatening activities and situations. It is essential that the correct rules are followed - failure to do so may lead to damage to
the device.
HAZARD:
The situation or procedure described is potentially hazardous, may result in damage to the device, or may cause injury
to the operator. Be cautious.
NOTE:
The situation or procedure described is potentially hazardous and it may result in damage to the device. Be cautious.
PROTECTION:
You will need to wear the protective gloves to perform the operations described.
1.2. General safety practices
Do not install the device:
•in open space, outdoors,
•in damp areas or areas exposed to flooding,
•in the vicinity of volatile and flammable substances,
•in the vicinity of concentrated acids, caustic vapours or corrosive substances,
•in areas that are easily accessible to children,
•using the mains without a PE conductor and without a residual current circuit breaker to avoid electric shock in case of a
possible device failure.
You must not:
•keep volatile and flammable substances in the device,
•touch live parts,
•operate the device with wet hands,
•climb the device,
•touch live parts,
•touch any moving parts during operation, especially the fans of the device,
•place containers with liquids or other objects on the device,
•clean the device with running water using sprinklers or other appliances,
•circumvent the security systems by modifying the device (sensors, limit switches, etc.),
•leave the running device in the room with children or animals,
•dismantle the device or carry out unauthorised repairs as this may damage the device and breach the warranty.
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•use only earthed power sources (to avoid electric shocks),
•ensure sufficient free space around the device so that the door can always be fully opened,
•when disconnecting the plug from the power supply, hold it by its cover, not by the cable,
•disconnect the power supply before carrying out any repairs or maintenance,
•ensure that the mains voltage and connection parameters comply with the specifications of the device,
•protect the cable and power plug against damage,
•disconnect the power plug before moving the device,
•if the device is not used for a longer period of time, unplug the power plug,
•observe the maintenance instructions,
•always wear protective gloves when working with the MMS,
•provide easy access to the emergency switch in the event of device failure,
•If damage is evident, switch off the device and secure it against restarting.
1.3. Symbols used in the 3DGence Material Management System device
3DGence is committed to making its devices safe and reliable. The device contains a number of warning stickers about the
potential hazards.
Warning of electrical voltage. The symbol means that there is high voltage in the device and special care must be taken
in the areas marked with the symbol.
Warning of hot surface. The symbol informs about the occurrence of high temperature in the area. Always take extra
care when handling heated parts and wear the protective gloves. Failure to observe the safety precautions may result
in serious burns.
Warning of crushing hands. The symbol indicates that there is a hazard that could cause your hands to be crushed.
Warning of existing moving machine parts. This symbol indicates that there is a hazard which may cause an accident
due to contact with moving parts of the device.
Gloves. The glove symbol means that the protective gloves supplied must be worn when working in the area marked
with the symbol.
1.4. Potential areas of security hazards
Some areas in the MMS pose potential safety hazards. Special care should be taken when using and maintaining the
device.
In the event of a fault, switch off the device using the main power switch at the back of the device. If there are
casualties as a result of the accident, then first aid should be provided. Please report failures to 3DGence Technical
Support. The device should also be protected against unauthorised start-up until the failure has been rectified.
•Always wear protective gloves when working inside the working chamber. There may be a high temperature in the
chamber.
•Do not wear loose clothing, ties or dangling jewellery when working near moving parts of the device.
•Handle desiccant cartridges with care - do not shake them as dusting of the cartridge may occur.
•Pouring liquids over or immersing the desiccant cartridge in liquids is prohibited due to its reactivity in water.
1.5. Moving the device
For the user's safety and to avoid accidental damage to the device, the following rules must be observed when changing
its location:
•before moving the device, switch it off and disconnect all connections,
•the device should be cooled down and the consumables and all loose parts and accessories should be removed from all
chambers,
•unlock the swivel castors before moving the device.

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1.6. Place of installation
Information on where to install the device:
•the device should operate at temperatures between 10 °C and 28 °C and relative humidity between 30% and 60% without
condensation,
•the device should be stored at temperatures between -20 °C and 54 °C and relative humidity between 10% and 85%
without condensation,
•in order to prevent spreading of vibrations and noise, the device should be placed on a stable surface with a load capacity
sufficient for the weight of the device, e.g.: concrete floor; it is not recommended to install the device on e.g.: metal sheet,
chipboard, wooden planking, etc.,
•the level of emission of non-ionising electromagnetic radiation generated by the device is within the limits specified by the
standards: for the 3DGence Material Management System device: EN 61326-1, EN 55011, and for the built-in wireless
communication device: EN 300 330, EN 55032, EN 301 489-1/-3,
•sufficient free space must be available within the MMS based on the external dimensions of the device; in addition, all
sides of the printer must be accessible for, among other things, loading of the materials or maintenance work in accordance
with the manufacturer's recommendations,
•the operator may occupy a position at the front of the device; it is not recommended to occupy a position at the back of
the device due to the noise and/or heat generated,
•before starting the MMS for the first time, the manufacturer recommends that the device is left for minimum 2 hours
before being connected to a power source in order to stabilise the temperature.
•the place of installation of the device should be adapted to the connection specifications,
•the device is not suitable for use in dusty environments,
•the room in which the device is installed must be ventilated appropriately for its size,
•the device must be placed on a firm and stable surface, suitable for its weight (Table 1),
•the device must not be exposed to direct sunlight,
•the device should stand away from other heat sources; direct, prolonged exposure to sunlight should be avoided,
•the use of an external UPS is recommended so that the device will not interrupt its operating cycle in the event of a
temporary power failure,
•the height of the installation site should not exceed 2000 m above sea level.
850mm
Fig. 2 Maximum size of the 3-chamber MMS (width)

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Fig. 3 Maximum size of the 6-chamber MMS (width)
Fig. 4 Maximum size of the 3-chamber and 6-chamber MMS (depth and width)
1090mm
1560mm
1740mm

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Fig. 5 Minimum distances of the MMS from walls and other objects
Fig. 6Minimum distance to be kept from the top of the device
500mm
670mm
100mm
165mm
300mm

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1.7. Specification of electrical connection
The electrical characteristics of the 3DGence Material Management System device are summarised below. The connection
should be adjusted to the specified values.
Voltage: 230V AC (210-250V AC).
Frequency: 50-60 Hz.
Maximum current consumption by the device in the following variants:
•- 1 chamber: 8A
•- 3 chambers: 16A
•- 4 chambers: 24A
•- 6 chambers: 32A
In European conditions
The 1- and 3-chamber versions are supplied with a 1-phase 16A plug in the CEE 7/7 standard. The 3-chamber extension module
is supplied with a 16A 1-phase plug in CEE 7/7 standard and a 32A 3-phase CEE17 adapter for 3x 16A 1-phase sockets in CEE 7/7
standard.
In US conditions
All variants of the devices are supplied with a NEMA L6 20A plug. The 4 and 6 chamber versions (base device + expansion
module) require two power supply lines, each in NEMA L6 20A standard.
1.8. Power requirement
The power requirement mainly depends on the type of process carried out in the device. Different temperatures are
maintained in the device chamber for each process. A summary of the power requirements for the different materials is shown
in Table 2.
Table 2 Power requirement characteristics for different temperatures (example for 1 device chamber)
Variant
Current consumption [A]
Power consumption [W]
MIN
MAX
MIN
MAX
Heating off
0.36
0.36
65
65
50°C
0.36
5.21
65
1245
60°C
80°C
120°C
200°C
2. CONTENTS OF THE SET
The 3DGence Material Management System comes with a set of necessary accessories. The set includes:
•drawers for storing materials in the device chamber (one for each chamber),
•air-drying cartridges (one for each chamber),
•3ph 32A / 3x 1ph power adapter (only for 3-chamber expansion module),
•wireless communication module (WLAN) and RJ45 connection cable.

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3. UNPACKING THE MMS
The device may be commissioned if, after installation, it complies with all recommendations contained in the manual and is
free from damage and defects that may affect its safe operation. The operator of the machine must be familiar with the
operating manual.
During transport, the 3DGence Material Management System is secured to the pallet with straps and protected with
cardboard packaging. The pallet on which the device is placed is an euro 1 pallet with dimensions 1200 x 800 mm.
Caution: due to the considerable weight of the device (~200 kg alone), special care must be taken when unpacking.
4. STEPS BEFORE STARTING THE DEVICE
Note: Before starting the printer for the first time, the manufacturer recommends that the device is left for 2 hours
before being connected to a power source in order to stabilise the temperature.
Note: before starting the device for the first time, select an appropriate installation site, observing the
recommendations and requirements described in this manual.
Before starting the MMS each time:
•check the cables for chafing or other visible damage. If the cables are damaged, please inform the 3DGence technical
support department immediately. It is also forbidden to connect the device to the power supply and/or undertake repairs
on your own,
•check that there are no objects or loose parts in the device chambers that could cause jamming or damage to the heating
elements.
5. START-UP 3DGENCE MATERIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
5.1. Connecting to power source and switching on the device
Once the device is correctly positioned and the transport castors are locked, connect the device to the power source. The
power cable inlet is located at the rear of the device.
5.2. Preparing the device chambers for operation
Each device is supplied with the appropriate number of drying cartridges and material storage drawers. A regeneration cycle
for the desiccant cartridges must be carried out before full operation of the device. The desiccant cartridge regeneration cycle
is described in Chapter V of this manual. After regenerating the desiccant cartridges, it is necessary for each chamber:
1. Make sure that there is no high temperature (below 60°C) in the chambers.
2. Open the chamber door.
3. Insert the material drawer with the notch towards the chamber door.
4. Insert the regenerated desiccant cartridge into the drawer notch.
5. Close the chamber door.
5.3 Connecting the WLAN adapter
The accessories supplied with the device include a WLAN adapter that enables wireless communication with the device.
1. Plug one end of the supplied WLAN cable into the WLAN module.
2. Plug the other end of the WLAN cable into the LAN socket on the device
3. Position the WLAN module close to the device. It will be fixed with a magnet.

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Fig. 8 Proposed position of the WLAN adapter on the device
5.3. Network configuration
On the display of the device after selecting: network settings button in the "network type" record, you can select the
type of connection. The possible states are:
•disabled - disabled network options,
•wired - connected to the LAN through a cable with an RJ45 plug,
•Wi-Fi - wireless connection using a WLAN adapter.
When a WLAN adapter is connected and a connection via Wi-Fi is selected in the "network type" record, the "Wi-Fi" record
below becomes active and takes you to the list of available networks. Once a network is selected, the MMS attempts to connect
to it and an on-screen keyboard appears with the option to enter a password if required. Connection to the network is indicated
by the "connected" status at the bottom of the screen.
If connection via "wired" cable is selected in the "network type" record, remove the WLAN adapter from the MMS and plug
the LAN cable into the LAN/ WLAN adapter socket on the device. Connection to the network is indicated by the "connected"
status at the bottom of the screen.

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III CONSTRUCTION OF THE 3DGENCE MATERIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DEVICE
1. GENERAL
In order to make working with the 3DGence Material Management System easier and to make the rest of the manual easy to
understand, below you will find a series of drawings with descriptions of the most important components comprising the
device.
Fig. 7 3DGence Material Management System –isometric view
1. Display | 2. Power switch | 3. Chamber door/ 4. Chamber door lock | 5. SMM TAG reader | 6. Castors | 7. USB connector
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Fig. 10 3DGence Material Management System –inside of the chamber:
1. Door opening sensor | 2. Chamber temperature sensors | 3. Chamber fan | 4. Material storage drawer | 5. Desiccant cartridge | 6. Seal
of the chamber door.
Fig. 11 3DGence Material Management System –rear view:
1. Mounting points for the 3-chamber extension
2. Air outlet from the chamber | 3. Multi-connector socket for communication connection for the 3-chamber extension | 4. LAN/WLAN
adapter socket | 5. Overcurrent protection | 6. Main switch | 7. Service USB connectors for the chamber | 8. Power cable input
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3. USER INTERFACE PANEL
3.1. Display:
The 10.1” touch and colour display is located on the left side of the front panel of the device. It provides an interface for
communication with the device via a transparent graphical menu. It allows the user to control the operation of the MMS and
displays the operating status of the device.
3.2. Power switch
The power button is located on the left side of the front panel of the device under the display. It allows you to switch the MMS
on and off. The button switches off the power supply to the machine main controller only. To completely turn off the power
to the device, set the main switch to the "off" position.
4. CHAMBER OF THE 3DGENCE MATERIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
4.1. MMS chamber door and door opening sensor
The device's chamber door with a door-opening sensor ensures efficient and safe operation of the device. In addition, the
chamber door is actively cooled by the air flow, maintaining a safe temperature of the outer surface of the door. The door
opening sensor located in the upper part of the chamber frame controls the operation of the device. When the door is opened,
the heating system and the thermal circuit are switched off and the currently running programme goes into a pause mode.
4.2. Material drawer and drying cartridge
Each chamber of the device has one drawer for storing materials. The drawer has removable dividers which are used to
differentiate between the individual material spool locations. The dividers can be removed to collectively dry more materials,
for a device in the CUSTOM mode. In the front part of the drawer there is an elongated notch into which the desiccant cartridge
should be inserted. The notch position guarantees an adequate air flow through the desiccant cartridge and at the same time
the best quality of the material preparation process.
4.3. Temperature sensors
Each chamber is equipped with two chamber air temperature sensors: the main one and a safety one. A redundant
temperature measurement system protects the materials inside the chamber against overheating and protects the entire
device against damage due to a failure of the heating elements. In addition, the device is protected by a sensor that tests the
temperature within the electronic circuits. If the permissible temperature is exceeded, the device will automatically switch off
the faulty chamber.
4.4. Chamber fans
A fan located in the rear of the chamber is responsible for maintaining the correct direction and speed of air flow. It directs the
air to the desiccant cartridge for the pre-press process.
5. ECOSYSTEM SMART MATERIAL MANAGER
Smart Material Manager is a system developed by 3DGence that provides simplicity of device operation by using the SMM
(Smart Material Manager) tag system on dedicated print materials.
The system allows, among other things:
•automatic upload of the net material weight, material type and manufacturer, working parameters for the material
preparation process,
•monitoring the suitability of the material for the printing process,
•monitoring the amount of material remaining on the spool,
•communicating possible problems to the user, e.g. use of inappropriate material for a given .3dg file,
•quality control of the material flow during operation,
•detection of the end of material.

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The SMM system in the Material Management System device consists of three key elements:
1. An SMM TAG reader, located on the front of the device, under the display;
2. SMM system stickers containing the material data, affixed to the material spool coming from the Certified Material Base;
3. 3DGence CLOUD system, which allows you the traceability of a spool of material and the tracking of material status within
the 3DGence CLOUD account.
6. REAR PANEL
6.1. LAN
The LAN socket allows the device to be connected to a network infrastructure via a cable with an RJ45 standard plug. The
network can be connected to the Internet, in which case it is possible to use the 3DGence CLOUD system and automatic MMS
software updates.
The socket can also be used to connect a WLAN adapter, due to the PoE (Power over Ethernet) technology applied. If the
manufacturer's supplied adapter is used, no additional power supply is required. The manufacturer provides a pre-configured
device, and the selection of the appropriate Wi-Fi network and security is done through the operator panel. It is possible to
use LAN/WLAN adapters from external suppliers, but then it will be necessary to configure the device outside the device
software and the PoE function will be inactive.
It is recommended to use cables with RJ45 Cat 5 plugs with a maximum length of 10 metres.
6.2. Overcurrent protection
The device's overcurrent protection (AC fuse) is located on the rear housing of the device. It provides protection of the device
against the effects of short circuits and low voltage AC and DC overloads. When high current surges occur, the AC fuse activates,
protecting the electrical and electronic components of the MMS. Before restarting, ensure that all malfunctions have been
corrected and that the start-up of the device does not cause any hazard. To reconnect the power supply, push the protruding
part of the fuse inside its housing.
6.3. Main switch
The main switch is located at the rear of the device and power is supplied to all systems inside the MMS through this switch.
The switch is provided with 2 current circuits. It is recommended to switch off the device using the main switch after completing
the safe shutdown procedure from the operator panel (the power button on the front panel of the device).
6.4. Power cable input
The power cable input is located on the rear housing of the device. It is fitted with a cable gland to prevent the supply cable
from being kinked. Use power cables that comply with the specifications and check the condition of the power cable. Do not
use the device with a damaged cable or cable gland.
7. ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES
7.1. Recrystallisation set for prints
7.2. 3-chamber extension
The 3DGence Material Management System can optionally be provided with a 3-chamber expansion module that doubles the
capacity of the device. Each base MMS device (fitted with a display) can be provided with a single expansion module and
installation is easy and can be done by the user himself. A minimum of two people is recommended to unpack the expansion
module due to the size and weight of the device.
7.2.1. Methods of connecting the expansion module to the mains
NOTE: The expansion module has the same electrical connection requirements as the base unit. For this reason, the extension
module can be connected via:

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•A 32A 3-phase adapter (included with the expansion module) that allows the 3-phase output to be split into three
individual phases. In this arrangement, the base unit and expansion module are connected to two of the three 1-phase
sockets, and the 3-phase plug is connected to the 3-phase mains with 32A overcurrent protection.
•Directly connect the device to a separate 1-phase installation provided with 16A overcurrent protection.
•In US conditions, the device must be connected to a power source equipped with separate 20A protection.
7.2.2. Contents of the 3-chamber extension set
•Expansion module
•Assembly parts of the extension module to the base unit.
•Set of drawers and desiccant cartridges.
•32A 3 phase to 3x 1 phase power supply adapter.
7.2.3. Preparation of devices for installation of the 3-chamber extension
The base unit to which the expansion module will be connected should be disconnected from the power supply and all its
chambers emptied and cooled.
1. Remove the 5 mounting point plugs on the right-hand wall of the base unit (highlighted in red in the figure below).
Fig. 12 Location of the mounting point plugs in the base unit
2. Using the screws from the set, install the angle bracket into the expansion module (highlighted in blue) as indicated
in the figure below. The second mounting plane should face to the left (towards the outer edge of the module).