Builder Extreme 1000 PRO User manual

Installation and user manual for:
Builder Extreme 1000 PRO
Builder Extreme 1500 PRO
Builder Extreme 2000 PRO
V1.1ENG2021

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Table of contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................................4
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................5
Safety Instructions (please read instructions before use) ....................................................................6
Accessories.........................................................................................................................................9
Specifications Builder Extreme PRO series.........................................................................................10
Installation of the Builder Extreme PRO ............................................................................................11
Step 1. Unboxing...........................................................................................................................11
Step 2. Remove the Builder Extreme from the pallet.....................................................................11
Step 3. Remove accessory box and safety brackets .......................................................................11
Step 4. Level the machine itself, not the bed .................................................................................12
Step 5. Install the optional air filter ...............................................................................................12
Step 6. Switch on the machine ......................................................................................................12
Step 7. Install filaments.................................................................................................................12
Step 8. Pre-heat the machine........................................................................................................12
Step 9. Install filaments.................................................................................................................12
Step 10. Automatic bed levelling test print....................................................................................12
Connect to WiFi ............................................................................................................................13
LAN connection.............................................................................................................................13
Installation of Simplify3D..................................................................................................................14
Preparing a 3D print with Simplify3D.............................................................................................15
Important information about Simplify3D.......................................................................................15
Nozzle diameters..............................................................................................................................16
Print speed .......................................................................................................................................16
Touch screen ....................................................................................................................................17
Information about the touch screen..............................................................................................18
Materials ..........................................................................................................................................20
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................21
Software update ...........................................................................................................................21
Apply adhesion layer on print bed.................................................................................................21
Maintenance schedule machine/print head ..................................................................................22
Frequently Asked Questions .............................................................................................................23
Installation question .....................................................................................................................23
Print quality questions ..................................................................................................................25

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Technical questions.......................................................................................................................27
Tips & Tricks .....................................................................................................................................28
Before you start printing...............................................................................................................28
During printing..............................................................................................................................28
After printing ................................................................................................................................28
Instruction videos .............................................................................................................................29
Remove the print head for maintenance.......................................................................................29
How to replace the nozzle.............................................................................................................29
How does the UPS (battery pack) works........................................................................................29
How to use manual levelling when needed ...................................................................................29
Support.............................................................................................................................................30

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Builder Extreme and taking your time to read the manual. To successfully
install and use the Builder Extreme, we strongly recommend to read the full manual. Only then you
can fully benefit from the features the Builder Extreme has to offer.
The Builder Extreme is known as a workhorse, which is able to 3D print your prototypes, statues,
moulds, jigs and fixtures 24/7. The machine is able to print extremely large parts and able to print in
different qualities due to the different nozzle diameters.
The manual will inform you how to
1. Successfully install the machine
2. Set-up Simplify3D software
3. Control the machine
4. Use Simplify3D
5. Make your first 3D print
6. Improve your prints
We advise you to start with an easy and smaller 3D print with our standard profiles in Simplify3D. It is
important to get some experience with the Builder Extreme before starting to print complex shaped
and large prints.
Please make sure that anyone who will be using the Builder Extreme, has fully read the manual to
prevent any personal injuries, bad print quality and damages to the printer itself. We have created this
manual with a team of Builder experts and we believe the most important information is covered in
the manual, yet we cannot be held responsible for incorrect or missing information. If you have any
feedback about missing or incorrect information, please send your feedback to
[e-mail].
Intended use
The Builder Extreme PRO 3D printers are designed and build to 3D print large and complex shaped
parts like prototypes, moulds, statues, jigs and fixtures in a commercial/business environment. The
Builder Extreme PRO prints best with Builder materials and our standard FFF profiles created for
Simplify3D. The user can choose other materials or different settings in Simplify3D, but the users is
responsible for the outcome of the printed part.
Factory tour at Builder 3D Printers

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Warranty
The warranty of the Builder Extreme 3D printer, spare parts and filaments is granted to the original
buyer only. The warranty will be activated as soon as the Builder product left the Builder factory in the
Netherlands. The warranty of the Builder Extreme 3D printer is 12 months. The warranty of the Builder
print head is 3 months. Note that the warranty of the printer is under “carry in” conditions. We strongly
recommend to keep and store the packaging of the Builder Extreme at all times.
The warranty of the Builder Extreme 3D printer, spare parts and filament will immediately expire when:
1. Products are damaged by user
2. Products are neglected by user
3. Water/most damaged the products
4. Products are used incorrectly by user
5. Products are incorrectly installed by user
6. Products are dissembled without Builders permission
7. Serviced incorrectly by user
Extreme 1000 PRO Extreme 1500 PRO Extreme 2000 PRO
Product video Product video Product video

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Safety Instructions (please read instructions before use)
Before using the Extreme Builder, read all the instructions and using manuals.
Minimum age for persons using the Extreme Builder is 16 years.
Place the Extreme Builder on a concrete floor and set it level, so that the machine is stable.
Install the Builder in a room with sufficient ventilation.
DANGER! Do not open the electronics cabinet (access only, by authorised personnel). Risk of
electric shock which may result in serious injury or death!
WARNING! Before performing maintenance on the Extreme Builder, or before making
adjustments to the machine, disable the machine by engaging the power off button.
Beware! print head and build plate can still be very hot!

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WARNING! When the heater is on, the extruder (brass piece) is very hot!
WARNING! When you want to replace the filament on top of the machine use safe
work stairs
WARNING! Do not use flammable liquids inside or outside the Builder.
If you want to clean the glass plate first turn off the power then you can clean the glass plate
with a wet towel. When the glass plate is dry you can turn on the power.
WARNING! Maintenance of the electrical and mechanical components can only be done by
authorized personnel.
WARNING! Do not step lean in or step in to the Builder. (The glass plate will break).

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Do not use the machine for other purposes than printing parts.
When the Extreme Builder is in operation, keep the doors closed.
Use only Builder certified materials.
WARNING! Turn off the power and wait 15 minutes when you want to replace the extruder
head, be careful this part is HOT!
Close the doors while printing objects.
When the machine is operated 24/7, mount a working fire or smoke detector in the room
where the Extreme Builder is installed.

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Accessories
What is in the accessory box?
The following accessories are included in the accessories box with the purchase of the Builder Extreme:
Quick start to successfully install the machine
Nozzle 0.4 mm Installed on the print head
Nozzle 0.8 mm For bigger layer heights
Nozzle 1.2 mm For rough prints
Spare Teflon tubes Spare tubes for print head
Allen key 2.5 mm To remove/replace the nozzle
Feeler gauge Check the distance between nozzle and bed
Pressure plug 2 x Remove any stuck filament inside the print head
Power cord Power up the machine
Spare paint roller set To apply glue. (Already applied in the Builder factory)
Wood glue For the print bed (already applied in Builder factory)
Level tools 2 x To level the machine (not the bed)
Heater block key To get grip when removing the nozzle
Wheels 4 x (Extreme 1500 PRO only) To move the machine to another location
Optional
Bofa air filter
Print head (spare)
Filaments
Grease + grease gun

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Specifications Builder Extreme PRO series
Properties Technology Fused Filament Fabrication
Print head Dual extruder with one nozzle (3 nozzle diameters included
Build volume XYZ Builder Extreme 1000 PRO - 700x700x820 mm
Builder Extreme 1500 PRO - 1100x500x820 mm
Builder Extreme 2000 PRO - 700x700x820 mm
Layer resolution 0.4 mm nozzle –0.1 - 0.3 mm
0.8 mm nozzle –0.2 - 0.7 mm
1.2 mm nozzle –0.3 - 0.9 mm
Print speed up to 300 mm p/s (standard speed 80 mm p/s)
Build plate Heated aluminium plate up to 60 degrees
Nozzle diameter 0.4 mm standard. 0.8 and 1.2 are included
Operating sound <30 db
Operating temp 15 –25 degrees Celsius
Connectivity USB, Wi-Fi, LAN
Physical dimensions Dimensions MM Builder Extreme 1000 PRO –1010x1010x1550
Builder Extreme 2000 PRO –1550x800x1550
Builder Extreme 2000 PRO –1340x1050x2240
Shipping dimensions Dimensions CM Builder Extreme 1000 PRO –108x108x190
Builder Extreme 1500 PRO –165x95x190
Builder Extreme 2000 PRO –142x110x238
Weight Builder Extreme 1000 PRO –225 kg
Builder Extreme 1500 PRO –225 kg
Builder Extreme 2000 PRO –250 kg
Electrical requirements
Power 1800 watts (at peak)
Software Supplied software Simplify3D
Supported MAC, Windows
Warranty Warranty period Builder Extreme PRO –12 months
Print head –3 months

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Installation of the Builder Extreme PRO
The installation of the Builder Extreme is the most critical part and needs to be done correctly, so
please take your time to follow the installation steps in the video. The video below displays how to
install the Builder Extreme step by step. Tip: pause and watch the video several times to follow the
exact steps. The steps are also written out below.
*click on the image to start the installation video
Step 1. Unboxing
Before you start to unbox the machine, please check the condition of the packaging. Are there any
damages on the foil or on the box? If not, you can proceed with the unboxing. If so, please take pictures
and inform the shipment company about this.
Remove the foil and straps from the box. Extras such as filament, air filter or spare parts are located
on top of the box. Remove these boxes from the top. For the 2000 PRO, the extras are shipped
separately. Now gently remove the top panel from the box and remove the black corners to be able to
remove the side panels of the box.
Step 2. Remove the Builder Extreme from the pallet
Use a forklift truck to remove the Builder Extreme from the pallet and use a pallet truck to place it on
a levelled concrete floor. Note: the Builder Extreme must be removed from the pallet before you
continue with the installation. The Extreme 1500 PRO comes with wheels. These are not installed when
the machine is on the pallet due to safety reasons. When the machine is on the forklift or pallet truck,
it is a good moment to install them. They are inside the accessory box.
Step 3. Remove accessory box and safety brackets
Remove the accessory box from the build plate and the bubble wrap from the frame. Now gently
remove the 6 yellow safety brackets from the belts inside the Builder Extreme. Note: the accessories
for the 2000 PRO are located in the bottom drawer. To remove the bubble wrap from the frame, the
doors need to be opened and this is only possible when the machine is switch on. See installation
video

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Step 4. Level the machine itself, not the bed
The accessory box comes with 2 yellow level tools. Place them on the bottom front and side plate of
the machine. Use allen key 17 to level the machine until it shows a perfect levelled image.
Step 5. Install the optional air filter
Unbox the air filter and connect the tubes and the power cable to the air filter. The power cable goes
into the back of the control box of the Builder Extreme. Note: the air filter for the 2000 PRO is
connected to the right back side of the machine. Switch on the air filter at the back of the filter itself.
Step 6. Switch on the machine
Plug in the power cable at the back of the control box and then into the power socket. Switch on the
battery pack, which is located behind the black control box. Note: the battery pack of the 2000 PRO is
located in the top drawer. Release the emergency stop by turning it to the right. Switch on the Builder
Extreme by pushing the switch-on button for at least 3 seconds. The Builder Extreme will start up and
the button switches back to its original position.
Step 7. Install filaments
Install 2 new filament spools on top of the printer. Make sure you place them between the black sided
corners so the spools can rotate easily. Put the filament through the tubes and filament detection and
gently pull the filament down to the print head.
Step 8. Pre-heat the machine
Pre-heat the machine. Go to settings, pre-heat and press pre-heat nozzle and pre-heat bed. Wait till
the nozzle has reached 210 degrees and the bed 50 degrees. Let the machine pre-heat for about 15
minutes.
Step 9. Install filaments
The test filament must be removed. Push down the silver handle on the print head and pull back the
test filament (only when print head is 210 degrees). Install the new filament (through the white tube)
by pushing down the silver handle again and install the filament. Push it down till you feel some
resistance. Repeat the same on the other extruder till both extruders are filled with new filament. Push
down the silver handle again and push down the filament one by one and repeat this a few times till
new filament comes out of the nozzle. Before you go the next step, remove the extruded filament from
the bed and underneath the nozzle.
Step 10. Automatic bed levelling test print
Go to settings, home and press home. The frame will now go to its home position. When the frame is
all the way down, go to print and click on the Builder logo and start the print “surface test 0.4”. The
Builder Extreme will now print a few lines and circles to check if the machine is levelled correctly during
installation. This print will take about 50 minutes. The images below show how a correct bed level test
should look like. If you think the nozzle is too close to the bed, you can change the offset of the machine
here: Home screen -> settings -> Service -> customer -> Set Z-offset. If you have doubts about your
surface test, contact your local reseller or Builder through this form.

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Connect to WiFi
To connect the Builder Extreme to your WiFi network, please follow these steps:
1. Go to settings, network, WiFi
2. The Builder will now look for available WiFi networks
3. Select the WiFi network you want to connect with and fill in your password
4. The Builder is now successfully connected to your WiFi network
5. Go back to the home screen and press on the WiFi icon. An IP address pops-up
6. Type the IP address in your URL section and press enter. The screen below pops-up
The WiFi connection allows you to monitor the printing process from behind your desk. It shows
which file is printing, on what temperature and also shows which files are saved to the printers
memory. You can also monitor the print with the on-board camera.
We strongly advise to upload files bigger than 50 mb with an USB stick.
LAN connection
To connect the Builder Extreme with your network, please do the following:
1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the back of the control box
2. Go to settings, network, Ethernet and refresh
3. The screen now shows the connection with Ethernet and an IP address pops-up
4. Type the IP address in your URL section and press enter. The screen above pops-up
5. You can now monitor the printing process

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Installation of Simplify3D
After successfully installing the Builder Extreme, it is now time to install the slicing software. The
Builder Extreme comes with a Simplify3D license. With Simplify3D you can convert your 3D file into a
gcode. Please follow these steps to install Simplify3D correctly:
1. Open the email you received from Simplify3D (please check your spam box)
2. Follow the steps in the email to download the software and create your personal log-in.
3. The Builder Extreme is not listed as a standard printer, choose “other printers” and click ok.
4. Go to https://builder3dprinters.com/installation/ step 2. Download the FFF profile for your
Builder Extreme and unzip.
5. Open Simplify3D, go to File, Import FFF profile and select the FFF profile you just downloaded.
6. You now have successfully installed Simplify3D.
The FFF profile you just imported to Simplify3D, contains all the right settings to print with a 0.4, 0.8
and 1.2 mm nozzle. For your first 3D prints, we strongly advise to use the standard settings. These
settings can be adjusted of course, but we advise to change and try out different settings in a later
stage.
Important when not printing dual coloured objects
When not printing dual coloured/material objects, we strongly advise to print with both extruders at
all times. This means you need to install 2 of the same spools/colours and add the following code in
Simplify3D:
1. Open Simplify3D, go to edit process settings, scripts, layer change script.
2. Add this exact code: G93 R50. Make sure you save this setting.
3. From now on, all your prints start to print with 2 filaments all the time.
We strongly advise, when not printing dual coloured/material objects, to print with both motors on
50% at all times. This doesn’t only extend the lifetime of your print head, but there is also less chance
of clogging and it also improves the print quality and less stringing. It even allows you to print up to 9
kg without being interrupted by filament detection.

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Preparing a 3D print with Simplify3D
After you successfully installed the Builder Extreme and Simplify3D, it is now time to set up your first
3D print. During the installation of Simplify3D, you have uploaded the FFF profile so when you open
Simplify3D right now, you will see the print volume of your Builder Extreme. Please take a look at the
video below. The video shows how to upload a STL file, how to slice it and prepare it for 3D printing.
Important information about Simplify3D
1. When not printing dual coloured objects, add this code “G93 R50” here: edit process settings,
scripts, layer change script.
2. The time estimation in Simplify3D is not correct. Multiply print time by 1.5.
3. We recommend you to start printing a few objects with our standard settings. After some
experience, you can for example lower the infill percentage, use a different nozzle diameter
and other support settings.
4. If you make any changes to the Simplify3D profile, make sure you save them as a new profile.
Not all settings work for every object. If prints keep failing, remove all saved profiles and
upload the standard FFF profiles again.
5. Simplify3D has a simple, yet very informative support program. Please visit their page to get
to know Simplify3D and all its settings: https://www.simplify3d.com/support/
First steps in Simplify3D (video)

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Nozzle diameters
The Builder Extreme comes with 3 different nozzle diameters:
0.4 mm (on the print head when machine arrives)
0.8 mm (in the accessory box)
1.2 mm (in the accessory box)
The nozzle can easily be replaced for another diameter. Please check the “how to” video if you want
to change the nozzle diameter. In Simplify3D you can choose which nozzle you would like to use for
your print. When you select the 0.8 mm nozzle, the settings automatically change for this profile, the
same for the other nozzles.
Which nozzle to use:
0.4 mm nozzle The 0.4 mm nozzle is often used when you would like to achieve the highest
resolution/accuracy possible. With a 0.4 mm nozzle you can print with a layer
height of 0.1 to 0.3 mm. Note: the smaller the nozzle, the longer the print time
will be.
0.8 mm nozzle The 0.8 mm nozzle is often used when you would like to achieve a good quality
print in a relative shorter time. With a 0.8 mm nozzle you can print with a layer
height of 0.2 to 0.7 mm.
1.2 mm nozzle The 1.2 mm nozzle is used when you would like to print a rough product in a
short time and quality and accuracy is not that important. With a 1.2 mm
nozzle you can print a layer height of 0.3 to 0.9 mm. When printing with a 1.2
mm nozzle, we recommend to reduce the speed a bit. If you print to fast, the
filament is not fully melted before trying to extrude.
Important when change the nozzle
We always recommend to print the surface test again after changing the nozzle. The test print shows
if you need to change the offset of the nozzle or not. When you change from a 0.4 nozzle to a 0.8 mm
nozzle, and you print with a much bigger layer height, you might need to increase the offset.
Print speed
Print speed is an important factor when it comes to a high quality and detailed prints. Although the
Builder Extreme is able to print at a maximum speed up to 300 mm p/s, the maximum speed for your
object is depending on size, shape, nozzle and required quality. Easy shaped and larger parts can be
printed faster than smaller objects which have a lot of detail. When doing several test, you will get to
know the limits of the print speed for your objects.

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Touch screen
The touch screen allows you to manage your Builder Extreme at all times. When you switch on the
Builder Extreme, it will take about 20 seconds to start up till the main menu appears. From the main
menu you have access to all features.
The main menu is mostly used for the following processes:
1. Preheat the nozzle and print bed
This option is needed before you start every print. Pre-heating is essential for a successful start
of the print. By pre-heating the nozzle, you make sure the filament is able to extruder properly
as soon as you start printing. Heating the bed for about 15 minutes makes sure the printed
object will stick to the bed properly. Pre-heat longer when the machine is very cold.
2. Start a new print on your Builder Extreme
When pressing the “print” button, you get access to the internal memory of the printer or your
USB stick (only when machine is pre-heated). The touch screen allows you to scroll through
the prints you already printed, or new prints located on your USB stick.
3. Change settings while printing
During printing you can change settings such as print speed, temperature of the nozzle and
bed and maintenance. It is always important to monitor the process of the 3D print. If you
want to reduce the print speed in critical areas, you can easily do that.

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Information about the touch screen
Screen when pre-heating Screen while printing
1: actual nozzle temperature 1: click to see which file you are printing
2: installed temperature gcode 2: printing status
3: actual bed temperature 3: progress of print
4: installed temperature gcode 4: how long it has been printing so far
5: z height of machine at that moment
6: switch of button
7: software version (V1.31)
8: open door of EX 2000 PRO
9: current printer status
Screen when you press print (after pre-heat) Settings (when not printing)
USB: USB stick (with gcodes on it) 1. back to previous screen (home screen)
Disk: prints saved to memory 2. info about current screen
Logo square: standard gcodes provided by Builder 3. go to second setting page
4. move the print head in all directions
Pre-heat: Heat the nozzle and bed
Network: connect to WiFi/network
Material: not activated yet
Lock: lock with your personal code

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Tune (while printing) Information screen
Temp: change temperature while printing The information screens shows how
Utilities: many hours you have printed, the serial
Flow: change the flow or ratio when needed number of your machine, software version.
Print speed: increase/decrease speed while printing This information is needed when you fill in
Replace: when you need to replace the spools a support request on Builders website or to
Lock: lock the printer with your personal code see when maintenance is needed.

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Materials
All materials offered by Builder, are optimized for 3D printing with the Builder Extreme range. The
materials that are currently available for the Builder Extreme, have been extensively tested to achieve
high quality print results. The materials work best in combination with Builders standard FFF profiles
for Simplify3D.
If you would like to use materials, which are not purchased through Builder, we would recommend
you to first make some smaller test prints. Every material can react different when printing with
Builders standard FFF profiles. You might need to adjust print temperature, bed temperature and
retraction.
We recommend you to store open filament spools at a temperature between 15 –25 degrees at a
humidity below 30% and not indirect sunlight. Please make sure that opened filament spools are
stored properly. If materials are not stored correctly, it may affect the usability and quality.
If you would like to order filaments, please contact us through [e-mail].