Noztek Pro User manual

USER MANUAL

Introduction
The Noztek PRO/PRO HT, a versatile single screw esktop extru er, has been
meticulously esigne for the precise pro uction of high-quality filament
extrusion. Equippe with two heater ban s, manual temperature control, an a
robust 50rpm 162 kg-cm motor, it effortlessly elivers superior filament from an
extensive array of materials an polymers.
The stan ar Noztek PRO is configure with heater ban s capable of reaching up
to 300°C, while the Noztek PRO HT boasts an impressive 600°C capacity.
The Noztek PRO/PRO HT incorporates a multi-stage stainless steel single screw,
esigne to enhance the extrusion process. The multi-stage configuration allows
for optimize material processing an melting. The stainless steel construction
ensures urability an resistance to corrosion, making it suitable for extru ing
various materials, inclu ing those with unique properties or specific processing
requirements.
This extru er's a aptability exten s its value across iverse in ustries, inclu ing
pharmaceuticals, 3D printing, an the chemical sector, offering a cost-effective
an efficient means to shape an process materials into top-tier filaments.
For optimal results, we recommen utilizing extrusion-gra e pellets.

Noztek PRO/ PRO HT extruder manual page index
•WARRANTY 1
•SAFETY CAUTIONS 2
•SAFETY GUIDELINES 3
•PRODUCT SPECIFICATION SHEET 4, 5, 6
•SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 7
•OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 8, 9
•MAINTENANCE/ 10
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
•CONTACT 11

Warranty
We guarantee outstan ing quality for our pro ucts an services.
Customers who purchase Noztek-manufacture equipment for professional use are
guarantee that they will be free from efects in workmanship an materials for 1
year from ate of shipment. If your machine is foun to be faulty, we will repair or
replace the machine. The warranty an functional guarantee oes not cover amages
cause by wear an tear or improper use.
TO INSURE TH T YOUR W RR NTY IS HELD IN EFFECT, PROPER OPER TION
PROCEDURES MUST BE OBSERVED.
NOTE: RE D THE S FETY PREC UTIONS BEFORE OPER TING THIS M CHINE.
For a full break own please rea our Limitations of Warranty Cover below.
Limitations of Warranty Cover:
• You must own the machine
• The original invoice is ecisive as this is your warranty claim
(please keep a copy of this)
• Repair or replacement of machine will be etermine by Noztek
• Warranty only covers manufacturing or material efects
Warranty does not cover:
• Incorrect use of machine / amage ue to misuse
• Damage from force or fall
• Foreign objects insi e of machine
• Water amage or irt
• User failing to follow proper usage instructions
• Normal wear an tear in machine's lifespan
• Unauthorize repairs by consumer
While we stan by the quality of our pro ucts, it's important to note that our
liability is limite . This warranty represents your sole reme y, an there are no
other expresse or implie warranties.
In the rare instance of a covere efect, we offer reme ies such as repair or
replacement after assessing the reporte fault.
Noztek have the right to reject any warranty claim if we feel the request falls
outsi e of our limitations
Filing a Claim:
Nee assistance? Our customer support team is rea y to help. Refer to the
contact information provi e in this manual to start the claims process.
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Safety
Caution: Injury Risk
This equipment contains moving parts. To prevent injury, keep han s, fingers,
an other bo y parts clear uring operation. Avoi wearing loose clothing or
jewellery that may become entangle in moving components. Tie back long hair
an secure loose items before using the equipment. Always follow safety
instructions provi e in the user manual.
Caution: Hot Surface
This equipment can reach high temperatures uring operation. Avoi irect
contact with expose surfaces to prevent the risk of burns. Allow the equipment
to cool before han ling or performing maintenance. Exercise caution an keep
out of reach of chil ren. Follow all safety gui elines provi e in the user manual.
Caution: High Voltage Zone
This equipment contains high-voltage components. To avoi the risk of electrical
shock:
Do not use liqui s near the machine: Keep all liqui s, inclu ing water, away from
the equipment. Liqui s can con uct electricity an increase the risk of electrical
shock.
Do not mo ify internal wiring: Mo ifying internal wiring or electronic
components poses a serious hazar . Only authorize personnel shoul perform
any maintenance or mo ifications.
Caution: Material guidelines
Ensure familiarity with the material being extru e , inclu ing melting
temperatures an ventilation requirements of the space. Failure to o so may
lea to amage to the machine an pose health risks to the user.
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Safety guidelines
• Before operating, ensure you have a thorough un erstan ing of the equipment.
Carefully review the provi e instruction manual for complete gui ance.
• Un erstan the proper, safe usage an limitations of the equipment.
• Never use this equipment for any purpose other than its inten e use.
• Do not mo ify the equipment in any way.
• Do not make a justments or perform maintenance while the system is in
operation or energize .
• Non-Flammable Cleaning: Refrain from cleaning the equipment with flammable
solvents.
• Extru er Vent Precautions:
Avoi probing into the barrel pallet fee section while the machine is running.
Never use a metal probe in the barrel pallet fee section; a woo en probe is
recommen e .
• Personal Protective Gear:
Wear a face shiel an heat insulate gloves while operating or being near the
extru er uring operation. These protective items are also necessary when
a justing the ie or cleaning the screw. The extru er temperatures are extremely
high, an not using protective gear may lea to serious injury.
• Hopper Installation:
The fee hopper must be installe on the extru er fee section at all times when
in operation.
• Material Removal Safety:
Never put your han s into the fee section or vent to remove material.
• Motor Activation:
Only switch on the motor when the recommen e temperature has been
reache .
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Product Specification Sheet
1. Product Information:
• Pro uct Name/Mo el: Noztek PRO/PRO HT filament extru er.
• Bran /Manufacturer: Noztek
• Serial Number: See invoice
• Date of Manufacture: 2023
2. General Description:
The Noztek PRO/PRO HT, a versatile single screw esktop extru er, has been
meticulously esigne for the precise pro uction of high-quality filament
extrusion. Equippe with two heater ban s, manual temperature control, an a
robust 50rpm 20nm motor, it effortlessly elivers superior filament from an
extensive array of materials an polymers.
The stan ar Noztek PRO is configure with heater ban s capable of reaching up
to 250°C, while the Noztek PRO HT boasts an impressive 600°C capacity.
This extru er's a aptability exten s its value across iverse in ustries, inclu ing
pharmaceuticals, 3D printing, an the chemical sector, offering a cost-effective
an efficient means to shape an process materials into top-tier filaments.
For optimal results, we recommen utilizing extrusion-gra e pellets.
3. Technical Specifications:
• Voltage Requirements: 220VC or 110VC.
• Power Rating: 10A.
• Frequency (Hz): 50 Hz or 60 Hz.
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
• Dimensions (inclu ing weight an size): 80cm x 15cm x 54cm. 10 KG.
• Material Composition: Steel. Barrel an Screw: Stainless steel
• Color/Finish: Re pow er coat
• Motor: 50RPM, 162 kg-cm of torque
4. Key Features:
Manual Control over Temperature with High Precision PID Controller:
The Noztek PRO/PRO HT is equippe with a sophisticate high precision PID
(Proportional-Integral-Derivative) controller, provi ing users with manual control
over the extrusion temperature. This allows for precise a justments to
accommo ate various materials an achieve optimal extrusion con itions. The
PID controller ensures stability by continuously monitoring an a justing the
temperature to maintain a consistent an accurate level throughout the
extrusion process.
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High Torque 50 RPM Motor:
The extru er features a robust high-torque motor operating at 50 revolutions per
minute (RPM). This high torque capability ensures efficient an consistent
filament extrusion even when processing challenging materials or operating
un er eman ing con itions. The motor's power, couple with its controlle
RPM, contributes to the reliability an performance of the Noztek PRO/PRO HT ,
making it suitable for a wi e range of filament pro uction requirements.
Multi-Stage Stainless Steel Single Screw:
The Noztek PRO/PRO HT incorporates a multi-stage stainless steel single screw,
esigne to enhance the extrusion process. The multi-stage configuration allows
for optimize material processing an melting. The stainless steel construction
ensures urability an resistance to corrosion, making it suitable for extru ing
various materials, inclu ing those with unique properties or specific processing
requirements.
5. Safety Information:
• Warnings: See safety sheet
• Recommen e Safety Gear: See safety sheet
• Emergency Shut own Proce ures:
In the event of an emergency, firmly press the re mains switch locate at the
front of the machine. This action will swiftly eactivate the power supply, bringing
all ongoing processes to an imme iate halt.
6. Operating Instructions:
• Step-by-step instructions for safe an proper use of the pro uct: See safety
sheet an gui e
• Start-up an Shut own Proce ures: See gui e
• Control Panel Layout: See gui e
• Maintenance an Cleaning Gui elines: See maintenance sheet.
7. Technical Diagrams:
• Available upon request.
8. Performance Data:
• Heater ban s:
Equippe with two istinct, PID controlle heater ban s, capable of reaching
temperatures up to 600°C.
• Hopper capacity:
750 gram maximum, 50 gram minimum.
• Extrusion Output Rate:
The Noztek PRO/PRO HT emonstrates an impressive extrusion capacity, capable
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of pro ucing approximately 1-2 meters of filament per minute. This translates to
an estimate output of 60-120 meters or 300 grams of filament per hour.
9. ccessories and Included Items:
• Mains cable
• Hopper
• Spare nozzle
• 45 Degree angle mounting brackets
10. Warranty Information:
• See warranty sheet.
11. Compliance and Certifications:
• CE
12. Technical Support and Contact Information:
• [email protected]
• https://noztek.com/contact/
• 44 (0) 203 384 6208
• Noztek Hea office
Unit C3 Dolphin Enterprise Centre
Evershe Way
Shoreham
West Sussex
BN43 6QB
ENGLAND
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Set-up Instructions
1. Unpacking and Placement:
Caution: Do not plug the machine into the mains or turn it on uring set-up.
Carefully unpack the machine an accessories. Place the machine on an even,
stable surface, ensuring there are no flammable materials nearby as the heater
ban s can reach temperatures of up to 600°C.
2. Hopper ttachment:
Begin by attaching the hopper. Locate two bolts in the barrel's esignate holes.
Unscrew these bolts, position the hopper over the holes, an securely screw the
bolts back in place.
3. Optional 45-Degree ngle Set-up:
The extru er can be use flat on an even surface or at a 45- egree angle using
the provi e mounting brackets. Secure the brackets with the six bolts provi e :
two for each en an two connecting the brackets. Note: When in the angle
position, ensure the machine is properly secure to prevent acci ental tipping.
4. Power Connection:
Once the initial steps are complete , you can plug in the mains cable into the
machine. Before oing so, ouble-check that the mains voltage (e.g., 220VAC or
110VAC) matches the voltage specifie on the machine (refer to the sticker on the
machine).
Note: Always follow these set-up instructions meticulously to ensure the safe an
effective operation of the machine. If you encounter any issues or have
questions, refer to the comprehensive user manual for further gui ance.
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Operation Instructions
Important Note:
Caution: DO NOT SWITCH ON THE MOTOR until the esire temperature
has been reache an maintaine for at least 15 minutes. Failure to o so
may result in amage equipment.
Ensure the FAN, HEATERBAND / PID an MOTOR SCREW switches are in an
upright position before turning the machine on. As shown in the image
below.
Ensure that you acquaint yourself with the proper han ling gui elines for
the material you are using, particularly its melting point. Neglecting to o so
may compromise the functionality an potentially amage the equipment.
Please bear in min that the quality of the extru e filament is influence
by factors beyon just the operation of the machine. Consi erations such as
room humi ity, temperature, material humi ity, an ensuring the correct
temperature settings all play crucial roles.
STEP 1. Familiarization:
Familiarize yourself with the following switches; FAN SWITCH, HEATERBAND
SWITCH / PID, MOTOR SCREW SWITCH, EMERGENCY POWER SWITCH, MAINS
POWER SWITCH.
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POWER
SWITCH
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STEP 2. Start-up Procedure:
To turn on the machine, use the illuminate MAINS POWER SWITCH locate at
the back. Push the re illuminate EMERGENCY POWER SWITCH at the front of
the machine to activate the machine. In an emergency, pushing the button will
shut own the Noztek PRO/PRO HT completely.
STEP 3. Preparation for Extrusion:
Before activating the motor, switch on the heater ban s using the HEATERBAND
SWITCH / PID. Allow it to reach the esire temperature, then wait for 15 minutes
to ensure thorough heating of the barrel, screw, nozzle, an material.
When the heater is turne on, the PID isplay will show temperature values in
Celsius. The top value is the set temperature, an the bottom one is the current
temperature. To a just the temperature setting, press the set button an use the
up/ own buttons. Press the set button again to confirm the changes.
STEP 4. Initiating Extrusion:
A your pellets an then turn on the motor using the MOTOR SCREW SWITCH
to start the extrusion process. After a short uration, the plastic will emerge from
the nozzle. Pull the filament through the gui e. The extru e filament will be hot,
so use heat-resistant gloves. Some materials may require imme iate cooling
after extrusion; turn on the fan using the FAN SWITCH to facilitate this. The
operational set-up is now complete.
STEP 5. Shutdown Procedure:
When finishe , turn off the EMERGENCY POWER SWITCH, MAINS POWER SWITCH,
an return all switches to an upright position as show in the image above.
These instructions ensure safe an efficient operation of the Noztek PRO/PRO HT.
dditional Information:
Quality Measures:
Extru e approximately 5m of filament, switch off the motor, cut off the excess
material, an then restart the motor. This helps eliminate air bubbles an metal
particles in the system.
Color Mixing:
A ing colors is a straightforwar process. Mix the natural an colorant at the
given ratio, then pour it into the hopper. It will take 10-20 minutes to observe
changes in color.
Temperature djustments:
A justing the temperature also affects filament tolerance. Higher temperatures
result in thinner filament, while lower temperatures result in thicker filament.
Make a justments in 5- egree Celsius increments.
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Maintenance
Changing the Nozzle:
Before attempting this operation, ensure you use heat-insulate gloves. To switch
between nozzle sizes, heat the unit to the temperature require to melt the
material previously use . Wait for 10 minutes to ensure all material is molten.
Unscrew the nozzle using a spanner, clean any excess plastic from the internal
threa s, an then screw on the new nozzle.
Maintenance:
Regular cleaning of your plastic extrusion tooling is crucial for prolonging
machine life, re ucing waste, an maintaining tighter tolerances for your final
pro uct. We recommen running purging agents like polypropylene through the
barrel for cleaning. If this is not possible, use a wire brush an fine metal pick to
clean the threa s an screw assembly. If you are unsure how to clean the barrel,
please contact the Noztek help esk for assistance.
Barrel Jam:
Depen ing on the resin type, you may occasionally encounter a barrel jam. If the
motor starts laboring an slowing own uring extrusion, imme iately switch off
the motor. To free the jam, increase the temperature to approximately 25-50
egrees Celsius above the recommen e melting temperature of the material
an leave it for 15–20 minutes. Then switch on the motor again; this shoul allow
the screw to rotate, purging the barrel.
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CONT CT NOZTEK
For more in- epth troubleshooting assistance, we encourage you to explore our
FAQ help section on our website at www.noztek.com. In the event that your
specific query is not a resse within this resource, please o not hesitate to
reach out to our e icate Noztek expert team for irect support an gui ance.
Noztek Lt
Unit C3 Dolphin In ustrial Estate Evershe Way,
Shoreham by Sea,
West Sussex,
BN43 6QB, ENGLAND
44 (0) 203 384 6208
[email protected]
www.noztek.com
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