Anets A8 Technical manual

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Contents
INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................2
A. Security Considerations...............................................................................................................3
B. Product Details............................................................................................................................4
1.Specifications..........................................................................................................................4
2.Machine parts.........................................................................................................................4
3.Extruder drawing.....................................................................................................................5
4.Tool List ..................................................................................................................................6
C. Cura Software .............................................................................................................................9
1.Installation of Cura14.07.........................................................................................................9
1.1 File location in the TF card ............................................................................................9
2. Cura Setting.........................................................................................................................18
2.1 Clear platform..............................................................................................................18
2.3 Layer height settings ...................................................................................................23
D. Printing Operation .....................................................................................................................46
1. Introduction of Display .........................................................................................................46
2. Install Filament.....................................................................................................................56
2.1 Set Preheat Mode....................................................................................................56
2.2 Filament Installation.....................................................................................................57
2.3 Pull out filament...........................................................................................................59
3. Platform Adjustment..........................................................................................................60
4. Printing ................................................................................................................................62
E. FAQ and Solution ......................................................................................................................65
1. Z Axis Ajustment..............................................................................................................655
2. Nozzle blocking....................................................................................................................67
3. FAQ .....................................................................................................................................69
F. Maintenance...............................................................................................................................70
G. Maintenance policy ...................................................................................................................71

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INTRODUCTION
A8 FDM 3D printer can print CAD 3D printer model to real . A8 uses Acrylic to build
its frame while it uses linear bearings , belts and threaded rods to build X , Y , Z axis .
It enables A8 to print steadily with no vibration .
Note:
1. All statement included in this Instructions have been checked carefully , if any
typographical errors or misunderstanding , we have the final interpretation .
2. No noification if any update .

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A. Security Considerations
To avoid danger when using 3D printer , please pay attention to precautions below .
Danger
During Operation , the maximum temeprature of nozzle can be 260 ℃while hotbed
can be 100 ℃. For your safety , during printing or cooling down , do not touch the
nozzle , hotbed and models under printing . Power works at 110V/220V 50HZAC and
supply ground needed . Do not use other power supply , or it may cause components
damage , fire or electric shock . And we take no responsibility for this .
Warning
We suggest wering protective goggles when removing auxiliary support materials .
Some filaments will emit slight irritant gases , so we suggest to use 3D printer in a
ventilated environment .
Note: ABS filament will emit a bit toxic gases when it melts .

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B. Product Details
1.Specifications
2.Machine parts
Model：A8
Nozzle diameter：0.4mm
Layer thickness：0.1-0.3mm
Machine size：500*400*450mm
Printing speed：10-120mm/s
Machine weight：7.5KG
X Y axis position accuracy：0.05mm
Packing size：510*345*215mm
Z axis position accuracy：0.015m
Gross weight：9.2KG
Printing material：ABS,PLA
Build size：220*220*240mm
Material tendency：PLA
LCD screen：Yes
Filament diameter ：1.75mm
Offline printing：SD CARD
Software language：Multi-Language
File format：STL、G-Code、OBJ
Function of support：automatically
OS：windows(linux、mac)
Software：Cura
Working condition：10-30℃，Humidity 20-50%

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3.Extruder drawing
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Part Name
Quantity
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Extruder Motor
1
2
Blower
1
3
Wind Mouth
1
4
Nozzle（0.4mm)
1
5
Heating Block
1
6
Throat
1
7
Fan Cover
1
8
Fan
1
9
Heat Sink
1
10
Extruder Seat
1
11
Bend Parts
1
12
Brass Wheel
1
13
U-Bearing
1
14
Briquetting
1
15
Spring
1
16
Heating Pipe
1

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4.Tool List

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C. Cura Software
1.Installation of Cura14.07
a: Where can I find the software?
1) SD card with shipment; 2) download from Internet;
b: Installation process
1) From SD card with shipment
Insert SD card and open the file
1.1 File location in the TF card
1)Insert SD card , open the file

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2) Download from Internet
Official Website：https://ultimaker.com/en/cura-software/list
Choose corresponding software to download

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b.Software Installation Process
1. Installation
Positioning
2. Click Next
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Choose 3 options below
4. Click Install

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Please wait for installation
1.Click Next

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1.Installation Success
2.Click to finish
Installation complete
Click Next

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2. Click to finish
1.Choose to run Cura
Click Next

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3.Click Next
1.Choose other to customize
2.Choose this option

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1.Choose to customize
2.Click Next

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You can customize name here.
This is A8 parameter
We default these data .
You can fill in according to
actual condition
Choose this option
DO NOT choose this option !!!
1.Click to finish

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Now you have finished the installation. Next , enter Cura .
2. Cura Setting
2.1 Clear platform
Delete the dog. Two ways for you :
1.Move mouse to dog ,right click, click “delete object”.

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2.Left click “File” , choose ”Clear platform”.