Stratasys F123 Series User manual

Part No. 401692-0001_REV_F
F123 Series Shared Office
3D Printing System
Site Preparation Guide

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Contents
Revision Log ................................................................................................. iv
Safety............................................................................................................ iv
Safe Environment................................................................................................................ iv
Introduction .................................................................................................... 1
How to Use This Guide........................................................................................................ 1
About the F123 Series Printers ........................................................................................... 1
System Components ........................................................................................................... 2
Site Requirements ......................................................................................... 3
Physical Specifications and Space Requirements .............................................................. 3
Environmental Requirements .............................................................................................. 6
AC Power Requirements..................................................................................................... 8
Workstation Requirements .................................................................................................. 8
LAN Requirements .............................................................................................................. 8
Preparing for Installation................................................................................ 9
Inspect Crate for Damage ................................................................................................... 9
Required Tools and Equipment ........................................................................................... 9
Unpacking the Printer.......................................................................................................... 9
Site Preparation Checklist ........................................................................... 16
Electrical Installation Requirements .................................................................................. 16
Environmental Requirements ............................................................................................ 16
Required Installation Tasks................................................................................................ 16

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Revision Log
Revision Date Description of Changes
AJanuary 2017 First release of this document.
BFebruary 2017 Updated USB ports and material storage spec.
CDecember 2017 Added heat output, updated material storage °C
temperature and deleted checklist item
DNovember 2018 Added TPU 92A (Elastomer) information.
ENovember 2019 Added Diran and ESD7 information
FMarch 2020 Added 240V note
Safety
The following basic safety tips are given to ensure safe installation, operation, and
maintenance of Stratasys equipment and are not to be considered as comprehensive on
matters of safety. Although the F123 Series printers are designed to be safe and reliable,
access to areas of the printer are potentially dangerous.
Safe Environment
• Connect equipment to a grounded facility power source. Do not defeat or bypass the
ground lead.
• Know the location of equipment branch circuit interrupters or circuit breakers and how to
turn them on and off in case of emergency.
• Know the location of fire extinguishers and how to use them. Use only ABC type
extinguishers on electrical fires.
• Know local procedures for first aid and emergency assistance at the customer facility.
• Use adequate lighting at the equipment.
• Maintain the recommended range of temperature and humidity in equipment area.
• Do not use this product in an environment containing volatile or flammable compounds.

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Introduction
How to Use This Guide
This guide provides information for selecting an appropriate location for the F123 Series
printer. This guide also provides instructions for unpacking and preliminary set-up. Information
of particular importance is presented in one of three formats:
A Warning: indicates a procedure that may cause injury to an operator if the
procedure is not followed. 
A Warning: will precede the paragraph of instruction to which it relates.
A Caution: indicates a procedure that may cause damage to equipment if the
procedure is not followed. 
A Caution: will precede the paragraph of instruction to which it relates.
A NOTE is used to highlight a specific point or to provide an operational tip. While
useful, a NOTE does not indicate a procedure that can cause injury or damage if it is
not followed. 
A NOTE will follow the paragraph of instruction to which it relates.
About the F123 Series Printers
The Stratasys F123 Series 3D printers incorporate the latest in innovative technology to
provide you with precise prototypes from a CAD design. Stratasys’ Fused Deposition Modeling
(FDM) technology provides prototype parts, including internal features, which can be used to
field-test form, fit, and function. Direct Digital Manufacturing (DDM) allows for the creation of
customized end-use parts straight from 3D CAD data. The F123 Series printers feature a
servo/belt driven XY gantry with multiple modeling material capability.

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System Components
• The F123 Series Printer
• Material Package(s)
• Welcome Kit (containing documentation on how to download your user guide and common
tools for maintaining the printer)
• GrabCAD Print Software Package
• A Computer Workstation (not sold by Stratasys)
F170 Highlights
• Maximum build area of 10 x 10 x 10 inch (254 x 254 x 254 mm)
• Material Bays: 1 model, 1 support
• Touchscreen Graphical User Interface
• Wi-Fi capabilities
• Three USB ports (2 in front, 1 in back)
• Camera for remote monitoring
F270 Highlights
• Maximum build area of 12 x 10 x 12 inch (308 x 254 x 308 mm)
• Material Bays: 2 model, 2 support
• Touchscreen Graphical User Interface
• Auto changeover capabilities
• Wi-Fi capabilities
• Three USB ports (2 in front, 1 in back)
• Camera for remote monitoring
F370 Highlights
• Maximum build area of 14 x 10 x 14 inch (356 x 254 x 356 mm)
• Material Bays: 2 model, 2 support
• Insight Software Package
• Touchscreen Graphical User Interface
• Auto changeover capabilities
• Wi-Fi capabilities
• Three USB ports (2 in front, 1 in back)
• Camera for remote monitoring

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Site Requirements
Decide where to install the printer based on the following:
1. Space Requirements
2. Environmental Requirements
3. Electrical Requirements
4. LAN Requirements
The F123 Series printers are capable of generating vibrations depending mainly
on part build geometry and material characteristics. This consideration will need
to be taken into account if locating the printer near vibration sensitive equipment.
Physical Specifications and Space Requirements
Dimensions and Weights
Make sure that the installation site floor space can accommodate the printer’s weight and
dimensions, plus required clearances.
Status Dimensions/Weights
Crated
Width: 48 inches (122 cm)
Depth: 40 inches (102 cm)
Height: 76 inches (193 cm)
Uncrated
Width: 34 inches (86 cm)
Depth: 28 inches (71 cm)
Height: 64 inches (163 cm)
Shipping Weight (crated) 706 pounds (320 kg)
Printer Weight (uncrated) 500 pounds (227 kg)

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Figure 1: F123 Center of Mass
All dimensions are in inches and are taken from the center of the front left leveling
foot.

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Minimum Operational Clearances
Sufficient rear and side clearances allow for proper air circulation, while sufficient front
clearance allows enough room for the oven door and drawers to be opened.
Side Clearance Minimum 4 inches (10.16 cm) on each side
Rear Clearance Minimum 6 inches (15.24 cm)
Front Clearance Minimum 20 inches (50.8 cm)
Overhead Clearance Minimum 20 inches (50.8 cm)
Figure 2: Minimum Clearances
20 inches (50.8 cm) minimum for overhead clearance
20 inches
(50.8 cm)
FrontRear
6 inches
(15.24 cm)
4 inches
(10.16 cm)
4 inches
(10.16 cm)

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Environmental Requirements
• The F123 Series printer is for indoor use only.
• Air quality conditions with excessive solid particulates (conductive or non-conductive) may
result in system damage.
• Air quality conditions in which airborne oils are allowed to accumulate on or within the
printer can damage the plastic components.
• System operating temperature shall be in the range of 59°F to 86°F (15°C to 30°C), with
relative humidity range of 30% to 70% non-condensing.
• System storage temperature shall be in the range of 32°F to 95°F (0°C to 35°C), with
relative humidity range of 20% to 90% non-condensing.
• Altitude shall not exceed 6561.68 feet (2000 m).
• Material storage shall be in the range of 55°F to 86°F (13°C to 30°C), with relative humidity
less than 70%.
• Noise emission (acoustic): <32dBA when idle, <46dBA when building
Heat Output
Heat dissipation occurs mostly through the top of the printer. Heat output is material dependent
due to the various temperatures maintained in the build chamber.
Material Type Heat Output (while building) Heat Output (while idle)
ABS ~2300 BTU/hr ~1800 BTU/hr
ABS ESD7 ~2300 BTU/hr ~1800 BTU/hr
PC-ABS ~2600 BTU/hr ~2100 BTU/hr
PLA ~550 BTU/hr ~35 BTU/hr
ASA ~2300 BTU/hr ~1800 BTU/hr
TPU 92A ~2300 BTU/hr ~1800 BTU/hr
DiranTM 410MF07 ~2950 BTU/hr ~2900 BTU/hr