Roland monoFabARM-10 User manual

User’s Manual

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Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing this product.
• To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product’s performance, please be sure to read through this manual completely and store it in
a safe location.
• Unauthorized copying or transferral, in whole or in part, of this manual is prohibited.
• The contents of this operation manual and the specications of this product are subject to change without notice.
• The operation manual and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible. If you nd any misprint or error, please inform us.
• Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur through use of this product, regardless of any failure to
perform on the part of this product.
• Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur with respect to any article made using this product.
Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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Copyright © 2014 Roland DG Corporation
Roland DG Corp. has licensed the MMP technology from the TPL Group.

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Contents
Introduction ..................................................2
Contents .....................................................3
Features of this Machine ......................................4
Important Notes on Handling and Use.........................5
Modeling Machine ......................................5
Photo-curable Resin .....................................6
Part Names ...................................................7
Basic Operation...............................................9
How to Start the Machine ................................9
How to Shut Down the Machine ....................... 11
Output (Printing) ........................................... 12
Operation Flow........................................ 12
Create 3D Data and Convert it to STL Format ........... 13
Import STL data using monoFab Player AM ............. 14
Prepare for Printing .................................... 20
Output data and start printing ......................... 27
Post-print processing .................................. 32
Maintenance ............................................... 35
Perform Maintenance after Use ........................ 35
Periodic Maintenance.................................. 41
Replace Consumable Parts ............................. 42
Appendix................................................... 43
What to Do If .......................................... 43
When Moving the Machine ............................ 48
Main Specications .................................... 50

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Features of this Machine
Layered projection technology printing
The monoFab ARM-10 is a 3D printer that uses layered projection technology.
It employs photo-curable resin (referred to simply as “resin” in this manual), a uid that hardens (cures) when exposed to light (UV rays),
and a projector with a UV LED light source to print an object based on 3D data.
"“OperationFlow” (p. 12)
The advantages of using the layer exposure method to print objects one layer at a time
The printing method whereby print data is sliced into layers at regular intervals, each of which is exposed (irradiated with light) by a
projector one layer at a time, is referred to as the layer exposure method.
This printing method makes it possible to print multiple jobs simultaneously and to print complex shapes with undercuts.
"“PrintMultipleObjectsSimultaneously” (p. 17)
monoFab Player AM - A dedicated output program that can be used to start printing immediately
monoFab Player AM is a dedicated program for outputting 3D data in STL format to the ARM-10.
monoFab Player AM can be downloaded from the following web page:
"“RolandDGStart-uppage” (http://startup.rolanddg.com/)

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Important Notes on Handling and Use
Be sure to observe the following important points. Failure to observe them may not only result in loss of performance, but may also cause malfunction or
breakdown.
Modeling Machine
This machine is a precision device
• Handle carefully, and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force.
• Use within the range of specications.
• Never attempt to move the Z axis unit by hand with undue force.
• Never needlessly put your hand or ngers inside the cover, or other internal areas of the machine.
Install in a suitable location
• Never install in a location exposed to direct sunlight.
• Install in a location having the specied temperature and relative humidity.
Installation
Environment
Operating Temperature of 20 to 30°C, 68 to 86°F, 35 to 80% relative humidity (no condensation)
Not operating Temperature of 5 to 40°C, 41 to 95°F, 20 to 80% relative humidity (no condensation)
• Install in a quiet, stable location oering good operating conditions.
This machine becomes hot.
• Install in a well-ventilated location.
Do not let children use the machine unsupervised and do not keep in the reach of infants.
• To avoid the swallowing of small parts and the like, do not keep the machine in the reach of infants.
• Do not let children play with any plastic bag used for packaging. Putting a bag over one’s head or ingesting it could result in suocation.

Important Notes on Handling and Use
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Photo-curable Resin
Handling of photo-curable resin
• When handling photo-curable resin, wear gloves and do not let it come into contact with skin.
• If photo-curable resin gets on the skin, wash thoroughly with soap.
• If photo-curable resin gets on the machine, wipe it o using a rag soaked with ethanol.
Handling of photo-curable resin containers
• Never drop or shake forcefully. Failure to do so may result in resin leakage.
Storage
• The expiration date for photo-curable resin is one year from the date of manufacture shown on the photo-curable resin container.
• Store photo-curable resin away from direct sunlight or strong lighting.
• Store in a well-ventilated area between 5°C and 40°C.
• Always close the lid securely when storing a photo-curable resin container. Failure to do so may result in resin leakage.
Disposal
• Do not return used photo-curable resin to the photo-curable resin container.
• Transfer excess resin after printing to a transparent container, let it cure, and then dispose of it according to local waste sorting criteria. (Do not dispose of resin
in sewage systems or rivers.)

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Part Names
Exterior
1
4
5
2
3
Number Name Explanation
1Front cover
Before starting operation and during operation, close
the front cover.
* The front cover is orange to make it dicult for UV
rays to pass through.
2[ ] (Power) button (p. 9)
3Rubber feet (x4, with height
adjustment screws) Used to adjust the angle of the ARM-10.
4
Power-cord connector
WARNING
Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings
displayed on the AC adapter.
Doing so may lead to re, electrical shock, or electrocution.
WARNING
Never use any AC adapter or power cord other than those included with the
machine.
Doing so may lead to re, electrical shock, or electrocution.
WARNING
Handle the AC adapter, power cord, plug, and electrical outlet correctly and with
care. Never use any article that is damaged.
Using a damaged article may result in re or electrical shock.
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USB connector
CAUTION
For the USB cable, use the included cable.
The computer may not be able to communicate with the computer correctly.

Part Names
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Inside the Front Cover
1
2
6
7
8
9
11
10
3
4
5
Number Name Explanation
1Z axis unit (inside red box) The device that moves the printing
platform.
2Printing platform handle Used to install and remove the printing
platform.
3Shutter lever
By installing the liquid material vat,
the UV irradiation outlet shutter on
the bottom of the liquid material vat is
opened.
4UV irradiation outlet (with shutter) When the shutter opens, UV rays are
emitted from the machine.
5Liquid material vat stopper
Secures the liquid material vat in place.
When the stopper is disengaged, the
liquid material vat moves toward you.
6Printing platform retaining screw The screw that secures the printing
platform.
7Z0 adjustment screw
When setting the initial printing height
(Z0), loosen the Z0 adjustment screws
(p. 24).
8Printing platform
The part on which the job is created.
The job is printed while the printing
platform is raised.
9Liquid material vat The container to which resin for
modeling is added.
10 Liquid material vat retaining screws Screws for securing the liquid material
vat holder.
11 Liquid material vat holder Screws for securing the liquid material
vat.

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Basic Operation
How to Start the Machine
1.Close the front cover.
2.Press the [](Power) button on the ARM-10.
The ARM-10 turns on and initialization starts. The [](Power) button will start ashing slowly.
When the ARM-10 nishes initialization, the [](Power) button stops ashing and remains steadily lit.
3.Start monoFab Player AM.
Windows 8.1 users
1.On the [Start] screen, click .
2.On the [Apps] screen, click [monoFabPlayerAM].

Basic Operation
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Windows 8 users
1.Right-click the [Start] screen.
2.Click the [Allapps] icon.
3.Under [monoFabPlayerAM], click the [monoFabPlayerAM] icon.
Windows 7 / Windows Vista users
1.Click the [Start] button .
2.Click [Allprograms] (or [Programs]).
3.Under [monoFabPlayerAM], click the [monoFabPlayerAM] icon.

Basic Operation
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How to Shut Down the Machine
1.In monoFab Player AM, click the [File] tab.
2.Click the [Exit] button.
[Exit] button
[X] button
monoFab Player AM closes down.
MEMO
• If you have not saved the changes to the le you are currently editing, a window prompting you to save the changes appears.
• It is also possible to exit monoFab Player AM by clicking the Close button [X] in the title bar.
3.Press the [](Power) button of the ARM-10.
ARM-10 turns o. The [](Power) button turns o.

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Output (Printing)
Operation Flow
“Create 3D Data and Convert it to STL Format”(p. 13)
“Import STL data using monoFab Player AM”(p. 14)
•“ImportSTLData” (p. 14)
•“CorrectErrorsinSTLData” (p. 15)
•“PositionObjects” (p. 16)
•“PrintMultipleObjectsSimultaneously” (p. 17)
•“AttachSupportstoObjects” (p. 18)
•“AdjusttheFinishoftheJob” (p. 19)
“Prepare for Printing”(p. 20)
•“InstalltheliquidmaterialvatintheARM-10” (p. 21)
•“Adjusttheinitialprintingheight(Z0)” (p. 24)
•“Addresintotheliquidmaterialvat” (p. 26)
“Output data and start printing”(p. 27)
“Post-print processing”(p. 32)
•“Washthejob” (p. 32)
•“Finishthejob” (p. 34)

Output (Printing)
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Create 3D Data and Convert it to STL Format
Using a commercially available 3D CAD software or a similar program, create 3D data for printing.
1.Create or prepare 3D data.
2.Save the 3D data in “STLformat.”
MEMO
• For information on how to use 3D CAD software, refer to the instruction manual for the software you are using.
• The dedicated software “monoFabPlayerAM” can import data in STL format.
• “STLformat” is a 3D data format.

Output (Printing)
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Import STL data using monoFab Player AM
This section describes the workow used to operate the dedicated software “monoFabPlayerAM.”
For information how to use monoFab Player AM, refer to “monoFabPlayerAMHelp.”
Import STL Data
Import STL data into monoFab Player AM. Imported data is displayed in the main view as an “object.”
STL format data
MEMO
Data saved in monoFab Player AM format can be imported with the [Open] button.
monoFab Player format data

Output (Printing)
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Correct Errors in STL Data
If there are errors in the imported object, they will be displayed in red. If data contains errors it cannot be used for printing.
If you nd errors in data imported into monoFab Player AM, it can be corrected using the “Healing” function.
Errors are shown in red.
[Healing] button
MEMO
The “Healing” function is not able to correct all errors. If it cannot correct an error, correct it using your 3D CAD software and then try importing the data again.

Output (Printing)
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Position Objects
It is possible to alter the position of (move or rotate) an object and change its size.
Move
Adjust Size
Rotate

Output (Printing)
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Print Multiple Objects Simultaneously
Positioning multiple jobs so that they t in the machine’s work area lets you print them simultaneously.
The maximum printable size (work area) is 130 (W) x 70 (D) x 70 (H) mm.
MEMO
• The maximum printable resin volume is 300 g.
• The actual time it takes to complete printing is proportional to the height of the job (Z axis direction).
• If multiple objects are positioned in the work area, supports are generated as though for a single object.
• As a result, when multiple objects have been positioned in the work area and supports have been generated, all the supports will be deleted if any one of the
objects is deleted.
The actual work area is inverted as shown in the gure below.
Printing platform plane
Work area
70mm
70mm Work area
130mm
Improving production eciency
With the layer exposure method, printing time is largely unaected by the number of jobs printed at the same time, so it is possible to improve production
eciency.

Output (Printing)
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Attach Supports to Objects
Supports are “reinforcingmembers” added to data that support the job. They can prevent the job from falling into the liquid material vat or deforming due to
the eects of gravity. monoFab Player AM can automatically add supports to objects.
[GenerateSupports] button
Supports are attached to the object.
MEMO
Supports are required when making objects like those described below.
Objects where the center of
gravity is heavily skewed
Objects where the size of
the job is large relative
to the area touching the
printing platform
Objects where the job does not touch the
printing platform (i.e. where the bottom
plane of the object does not touch the
plane Z = 0)
* If the object does not touch the
printing platform, it must be moved so
that it does touch the printing platform
or supports must be added.

Output (Printing)
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Adjust the Finish of the Job
In most cases it will not be necessary to change these settings in order to print.
[AdvancedPrintConditions] button
MEMO
By setting the distance and speed at which the “Printingplatform” (p. 8) moves and the time it is irradiated with UV rays, it is possible to adjust the nish of
the job.

Output (Printing)
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Prepare for Printing
WARNING
Perform this task with all power switches left switched o.
Otherwise sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
WARNING
Be sure to perform operations as specied by the instructions below, and never touch any area not specied in the instructions.
The machine may move in an unexpected way, resulting in injury or burns.
WARNING
Do not store photo-curable resin in any of the following locations:
• Any location exposed to open ame
• Any location where high temperature may occur
• Near bleach or any other such oxidizing agent or explosive material
• Any location within the reach of children
Doing so may result in re. Accidental ingestion by children may pose a health hazard.
WARNING
Never place a photo-curable resin container in re.
Resin may ow out, catch re, and spread re to other nearby objects.
WARNING
Never drink or sni photo-curable resin or allow it to come in contact with the eyes or skin.
Doing so may be hazardous to the health.
CAUTION
When handling resin, wear rubber gloves and protective eyewear.
Do not allow resin to come into contact with the skin or eyes.
CAUTION
Always close the lid securely when storing a photo-curable resin container.
Failure to do so may result in resin leakage.
Check that the liquid material vat is not dirty
Before starting printing, check that there is no dirt or foreign matter in the liquid material vat (such as fragments remaining from the last printing operation).
If there is dirt or foreign matter, wash the liquid material vat.
For details, refer to “Washtheliquidmaterialvat” (p. 39).