ANISOPRINT COMPOSER A4 User manual

USER MANUAL
COMPOSER A4
COMPOSER A3

TABLE OF CONTENTS
OPENING STATEMENT 2
CFC  TECHNOLOGY 3
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT 4
OVERVIEW 5
BASIC SPECIFICATIONS 5
PRECAUTIONS 6
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY 6
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 6
PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING WITH CARBON FIBER 7
WARNING SYMBOLS 7
DELIVERY PACKAGE 7
QUICK START 8
INSTALLATION 8
LOADING MATERIALS 9
PRINTING THE A TEST PART 9
CALIBRATION 10
BUILDPLATE CALIBRATION 10
Z AXIS CALIBRATION 10
XY OFFSETS CALIBRATION 11
MAINTENANCE 12
PLASTIC NOZZLE REPLACEMENT 12
PLASTIC NOZZLE CLEARING 12
COMPOSITE FIBER CHANNEL CLEANING 13
LUBRICATION 14
KEEPING THE PRINTER CLEAN 14
PRINTING MATERIALS 15
PLASTICS 15
TORAGE OF MATERIALS 15
REINFORCING FIBER 15
SOFTWARE 16
TROUBLESHOOTING 17

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OPENING STATEMENT
Thank you for purchasing Composer CFC Printer. Your printer allows you to produce parts reinforced with carbon fiber, which will
provide them with high strength and stiffness parameters, incomparable with base plastics. We are confident that our technology will
give you the opportunity to radically change the approach to the design of your product. Use of composite fiber when printing will
save you time - you will get a functional part immediately after the printing process. Saving time and units of production equipment
will provide you with ample opportunities and a high rate of translating your design from the state of a great idea to the production
sample.
Reinforce your ideas, ANISOPRINT TEAM

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CFC – TECHNOLOGY
The developed technology represents a deep modification of FFF method (Fused Filament Fabrication), and is known as CFC
(Composite Filament Co-extrusion). It is based on feeding continuous reinforcing fiber directly in the melt of thermoplastic material
prior to extrusion during the printing process. The provided technology of composite parts manufacturing is as follows: pre-
impregnated cured composite reinforcing fiber and thermoplastic filament are fed to the specific composite extruder of the print
head. The extruder is heated to the processing temperature of thermoplastic polymer. Composite reinforcing filament running
through the extruder is covered by polymer melt and goes out through the nozzle. The extruder moves along the programmed path,
laying the reinforcing fiber and molten polymer on the table, thus forming a part. An outline of the technology principle is shown
down.
The technology allows to use as a matrix various plastics with processing temperature up to 250°C, used for prototyping. It can
be ABS, PLA, polyamide(PA), polycarbonate(PC). Depending on the needs of the user, the materials can be varied to achieve the best
operational or economic parameters of the parts.

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This User Manual is an integral part of the printer and shall be provided to a buyer immediately with sale of the printer. This User
Manual applies to Composer CFC Printer, designed for manufacture of products of complex shape and internal structure from
thermoplastic material, reinforced by continuous composite filaments based on carbon bundles and thermoreactive binder.
The Manual covers correct operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of Composer CFC Printer, manufactured by Anisoprint.
Please follow the requirements of this User Manual when operating and maintaining the equipment
NOTE: PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL
DURING THE WHOLE PERIOD OF OPERATION OF THE EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: THE MANUFACTURER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO INTRODUCE
MINOR CHANGES (NOT AFFECTING SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND
OPERATION CHARACTERISTICS) IN THE DESIGN OF THE PRINTER! SOME
DESIGN CHANGES MAY NOT BE COVERED BY THIS USER MANUAL
Product is certified: 181299324
Certificate is valid: from 09.11.2018 through 08.11.2021
Product and services certification authority – Technický skúšobný ústav Piešťany, š.p.
This equipment complies with Directive WEEE 2012/19/EU for disposal of electric and electronic
equipment and devices. This equipment must be disposed of in accordance with waste and safety
requirements. To ensure safety when disposing the equipment it is necessary to follow generally
accepted practices for safe operation when disposing of equipment and devices.
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
The product is certified in accordance with technical regulations. The service life is 3 years from the date of sale provided the
product is not used other than the intended purpose according to the rules and recommendations described in this user manual.

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OVERVIEW
Composer CFC Printers for manufacture parts and products from composites are devices for co-extrusion of double matrix
composite and are designed for manufacture of products of complex shape and internal structure from thermoplastic material,
reinforced by continuous composite filaments based on carbon bundles and thermoreactive binder.
BASIC SPECIFICATIONS
А4 А3
Printing technology Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF); Composite Filament Co-extrusion (CFC)
Print bed size 297mm  210mm  145mm 420mm  297mm  210mm
Layer thickness, min. 60 µm
Print head Double-nozzled (extruder FFF; extruder CFC with reinforcing fiber cutting device)
FFF Nozzle diameter 0.4 mm
Print speed for FFF 10 mm/sec – 80 mm/sec
Print speed for CFC 1 mm/sec – 10 mm/sec
Plastic filament diameter 1.75 mm
Compatible plastics Plastics with processing temperatures up to 270°
Reinforcing filament Anisoprint CCF-1.5k or CBF
Platform surface Glass
TEMPERATURE
Print head operating
temperature, max. 270°
Buildplate operating
temperature, max. 60° (up to 120° with open print chamber)
Ambient operating
temperatures 18 – 28°
SOFTWARE
Slicer Anisoprint Aura(FFF+CFC), Cura,Slic3r(only FFF)
OS support Windows 7+
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Voltage 220-240 V
Frequency 50/60 Hz
Maximum output 800 W 1000 W
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Weight 25 kg 55 kg
Dimensions with packaging 780510510 930800660
Printer size (LxWH) 610400400 720630490
Interface SD-card slot, USB-Type B

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PRECAUTIONS
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
Composer CFC Printers were tested for compliance with 2014/30/EC guidelines. According to compatibility tests, the printer is a
class A device, which means it can cause additional electromagnetic interference while used at home.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Before use the printer operator shall carefully study all precautions. When in operation the use shall follow all precautions for
operation of electrical equipment.
Explanatory note to graphic symbols:
WARNING – Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
serious injury or fatal outcome.
CAUTION – Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury
NOTE – Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in equipment failure
Basic precautions:
WARNING: DO NOT PLUG THE PRINTER IN WITHOUT GROUNDING!
WARNING: DO NOT USE THE PRINTER WITHOUT GLASS AT THE BUILDPLATE!
WARNING: DO NOT TOUCH THE PRINT HEAD WHEN PRINTING.
TEMPERATURE OF THE NOZZLE MAY BE UP TO 250°!
WARNING: DO NOT USE THE PRINTER IN PREMISES WHERE AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE IS LOWER THAN 15° OR EXCEEDS 35°!
WARNING: DO NOT START THE PRINTER IF THE HEAD IS DISCONNECTED!
CAUTION: DISCONNECT POWER CORD IN CASE OF MODIFICATIONS AND
MAINTENANCE.
CAUTION: WHEN CONNECTING POWER CORD TO THE POWER LINE, BE SURE
THAT PRINTER ON/OFF KNOB IS IN <O> POSITION.
CAUTION: PLACE THE PRINTER ON PLACE AND RIGID SURFACE IN ORDER
TO ENSURE CONVENIENT AND EASY OPERATION WITH ALL ELEMENTS.
CAUTION: USE THE PRINTER IN VENTILATED LOCATIONS.
CAUTION: THE PRINTER IS A SOURCE OF INCREASED NOISE; DO NOT USE IT
IN LEISURE AREAS.
NOTE: WHEN IN OPERATION DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS INSIDE THE
WORKING ZONE AND INSIDE THE PRINTER; DO NOT COVER THE PRINTER
AND AIR VENTS.
NOTE: IF THE PRINTER IS UNDER WARRANTY MAINTENANCE, IT IS NOT
RECOMMENDED TO PERFORM FAULT REPAIR INDEPENDENTLY!
NOTIFY THE NEAREST SERVICE CENTER OF ANY MALFUNCTIONS!
NOTE: AVOID PENETRATION OF WATER IN ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OF
THE PRINTER TO PREVENT SHORT-CIRCUIT.
NOTE: BEFORE THE FIRST OPERATION BE SURE THAT ALL PACKAGING
MATERIALS ARE REMOVED.

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PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING WITH CARBON FIBER.
CFC Technology printing implies operations with composite bundle based on carbon filaments. Please bear in mind that carbon
fiber is a good current conductor. The flow of current through carbon fiber leads to its instantaneous ignition, which may result in
injuries and equipment failure.
WARNING: DO NOT PLACE THE PRINTER NEXT TO UNCOVERED SOCKETS
AND LABORATORY POWER SUPPLY SOURCES IN ORDER TO AVOID IGNITION
OF CARBON FIBER. CARBON FIBER IS A GOOD CURRENT CONDUCTOR.
If for some reason there is a fracture of the composite fiber, do not touch the place of the direct fracture by unprotected skin
areas. Carbon fiber consists of thousands of thin and sharp filaments that can easily get stuck in the skin, even intact fiber can
sometimes leave splinters.
In case of fiber breaking small suspended particles may accidentally get into the eyes or respiratory system. If it is necessary to
examine the components of the Composer CFC Printer at a close distance, where carbon fiber is outside the protective tube, be sure
to wear safety glasses and protecting mask.
WARNING: DO NOT WORK WITH CARBON FIBER WITHOUT PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT – GLOVES, SAFETY GLASSES AND MASK .
WARNING SYMBOLS
For reasons of safety the following symbols can be found on the printer case.
PARTS MARKED WITH THIS SYMBOL HEAT UP TO 270°
PLACES OF GROUNDING CONNECTIONS
AREAS OF NON-PROTECTED CONTACTS UNDER VOLTAGE OF 220-240V
WARNING: DO NOT TAKE OFF THE PROTECTIVE COVER MARKED WITH THIS
SYMBOL.
DELIVERY PACKAGE
Items in the package:
1. Composer CFC Printer– 1 pc.
2. PETG plastic spool – 2 pc.
3. Anisoprint CCF-1.5k fiber spool – 1 pc.
4. Tool kit – 1 pc.
5. Personal protective equipment – 1 pc.
6. Spare parts kit– 1 pc.
7. Memory card SD 4GB – 1 pc.
8. User Manual

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QUICK START
INSTALLATION
Your Composer printer requires several assembly steps to be performed before you start printing.
Unpack the printer and place it on a reliable flat surface, protected from strong vibrations. Adjust the printer feet to compensate
for any unevenness of the surface if needed.
1. Using a hex key from the Tool kit, attach the spool holders to the back mount of the printer
5. Calibrate the buildplate via automatic procedure in Maintenance > Calibarate > Buildplate. Calibrate the Z-axis via
automatic procedure in Maintenance > Calibrate > Z-axis.
2. Install the wipe station part on the station bracket on the right. Size and color may vary by model.
3. Unpack the printing glass, apply an adhesive varnish evenly to the top surface, place it on the buildplate and fix with the
clamping clips.
4. Plug in the power cable.

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PRINTING THE A TEST PART
Test part “letter A” introduces you to capabilities of your Composer A4 and also serves as a combined quality test.
Press Print > A_letter_test.gcode .
After print start, both extruders, plastic and composite, start to heat. When composite extruder reaches 235°C composite nozzle
will print a short purge composite line in front of the build plate. It must be glued to the surface and look smooth and uniform. At the
end of printing the purge line you will hear a characteristic sound of the fiber cutter.
After printing the purge line, the machine will start with the first plastic layer. Check if the plastic perimeters look the same
everywhere along the part. The first layer must be nicely glued to the build plate. At the same time, wipe tower will be started on the
left side of the build plate.
After several plastic series, the machine will go the first fiber perimeter. Due to the process features, it may look a bit wobbly, but
the layup paths will normalize later on. During the next plastic-composite cycles, fiber perimeters will be surrounded by plastic ones.
Make sure the plastic and fiber perimeters do not intersect, and fiber perimeters are laid without displacements.
Inspect the printed part, paying special attention to side walls quality. Check the surface smoothness visually. You can compare it
to the wipe tower side, the quality of the print must be roughly the same.
1 – Fiber perimeters
2 – Plastic perimeters
3 – Cellular infill
4 – Top and bottom solid layers
LOADING MATERIALS
1. Take the 3 spools (Plastic, Composite Plastic and
Fiber) out of dry bags and place them onto
the holders.
2. On the Composer screen, click
Maintenance > Materials > and choose the material
you want to load. Follow instructions on the screen.