System Requirements 

Included with the system is the part-preparation (3DSprint™) software. This application provides part preparation and part building functionality. The 3DSprint software is installed on a separate, customer-supplied computer. The following page contains the minimum computer configuration requirements for the 3D Sprint computer: https://support.3dsystems.com/s/article/3D-Sprint?language=en_US. Scroll down and click the 3D Sprint System Requirements link.

This section provides the requirements and recommendations to determine the most appropriate location for a highly functional, efficient Figure 4 Jewelry Printer workspace, with room for other equipment and supplies. To help you choose a location, the Initial Site Survey Checklist provides the attributes that you need to select the best location for your installation. After narrowing the list of possible locations, consider each requirement carefully before making a decision about your final placement site.

Locating the post-processing equipment is similar in many respects to locating the Figure 4 Jewelry Printer. The following abbreviated site specifications are for recommended post-processing equipment.

Space and Location Selection

You may choose to locate the part-washing, drying, and curing stations in the same room as the Figure 4 Jewelry Printer, or in a room adjoining the printer

With either option, please consider the following:

1. The further the distance the build part is being moved from the printer to the post-processing area, the longer the opportunity for the build part to get damaged by dropping, bumping into objects, and other environmental factors.
2. The further the distance the build part is being moved, also longer is the opportunity for uncured print material to drip onto the floor. If floors are porous, such as carpeting or some tiles, they can absorb the spilled resin and would need to be professionally cleaned or replaced.

Refer to Optimal Site Layout for a suggestion for overall layout. Refer to the Weights and Measures Charts for weights and measurements of the LC-3DPrint Box. Consider the following additional specifications when selecting the location for your post-processing equipment.

NextDent LC-3DPrint Box Measurements

Floor Surfaces

Flooring/table/countertop under the post-processing equipment should be non-porous and suitable for cleaning with solvents. Carpeted floors are not recommended.

Electrical Requirements

NextDent LC-3DPrint Box

Power configuration: 110V/240V – 50/60Hz – 2.6A/1.3A

Electrical power for the LC-3DPrint Box must be on a surge-protected circuit. A UPS, while not required, is recommended in areas with frequent power fluctuations, as surges and spikes can damage electronic components and power loss can damage the unit.

Ultrasonic Cleaner

Power configuration: An example of the power configuration for a consumer-grade ultrasonic cleaner is 120W at 40,000Hz. There are ultrasonic cleaners of many sizes, from around 2.5L (0.66 gal.) to upwards of 757L (200 gal.) Determine which size ultrasonic cleaner is best for your needs.

You must also get an ultrasonic cleaner that is rated to use flammable solvents like IPA. Failure to do so could present a fire hazard.

Electrical power for an ultrasonic cleaner must be on a surge-protected circuit, particularly for a bigger (not desktop) cleaner. A UPS, while not required, is recommended in areas with frequent power fluctuations, as surges and spikes can damage electronic components and power loss can damage the unit.

Connection to AC Power

The LC-3DPrint Box is designed to plug into a standard power outlet in different countries. Smaller ultrasonic cleaners will also plug into standard wall outlets; bigger ones, however, may require a custom power outlet.

Ventilation (Ductwork)

The post-processing equipment may be vented outside if required by your facility; however, ventilation is not required by 3D Systems. Contact your Facilities Manager for your requirements.

CAUTION: Never disconnect a ducting system that is connected to an external extraction system.

After placing your order, a 3D Systems representative will contact you to confirm your shipment delivery date. Ensure that the area where you intend to place your Figure 4 Jewelry Printer is ready to move the system into, and that you have the assistance of another person or lifting device, such as a hand truck, before scheduling the shipment of your printer. The following information will guide you through this preparation phase.

Preparation for Receiving 

Inform your receiving personnel that the items you ordered will be arriving and arrange for a location to store them until you are ready to install the printer and any accessories. Removing the printer from the delivery truck will require either a pallet jack or forklift, as it will arrive as a cardboard crate strapped to a wooden pallet.

Transporting the Figure 4 Jewelry Printer

When you open the printer crate, use the help of another person or a hand truck to help move the system. If you do not have a hand truck or another person on-site to help you, arrange to have one or both of these aids beforehand.

Shipment Arrival

The Figure 4 Jewelry Printer will arrive in a variety of crates and/or pallets - the largest crate being for the Figure 4 Jewelry Printer. Your shipment will consist of the following items:

• Figure 4 Jewelry Printer
• Pedestal
• Start-up Kit
• Resin Tray
• Print Platform (x2)
• Power Cord/Power Brick
• LC-3DPrint Box - the recommended post-curing oven for the printer's print materials

Optional items you could have in your shipment:

• LC-3DMixer - to agitate bottles of print material to keep their contents mixed properly.
• Ultrasonic Part Cleaner (ordered separately from third party)

Once your shipment arrives, first inspect the crates for any physical damage. Then, after inspection, receive the crates.

The following charts list both crated and uncrated dimensions and weights for different products that you may have ordered. Verify your order and compare to the listed items below. Crate or pallet dimensions and weights may vary.

Inspect Exterior of Printer

Visually inspect the exterior of the printer for any damage incurred during shipping. Notify your reseller immediately if any damage is evident at this point. DO NOT proceed with the installation until you have discussed the damage with your reseller.

Installation of your system encompasses four separate steps:

1. Purchase and arrival of third-party equipment or supplies you may have ordered.
2. Delivery of your Figure 4 system shipment.
3. Uncrating and installation of your Figure 4 system components.

System Uncrating

The uncrating and installation of the Figure 4 Jewelry will be performed by the printer operator. The weight of the printer requires a minimum of two people to lift it safely.

Scheduling Time for Your Installation

The installation of the system should only take an hour or less.

Preparing for System Installation

In preparing your facility for Figure 4 system placement, you must consider four main factors:

• Make sure that you have the necessary doorway and passageway clearance to move either the crated or uncrated components to their final destinations, including space for the people who are carrying the unit.
• Make sure that you have an adequate pallet jack, hand truck, or another person to help move the system and its accessories.
• If you use equipment to lift the printer, verify that it is rated for the load of the system components.
• Do not prepare a desk/table/countertop for the printer unless it is rated to hold a load of at least 34.5 kg (76 lbs).

Minimum Passageway and Door Openings

Most standard doorways and halls provide adequate access for moving the system. If the Figure 4 Jewelry Printer is lifted on its narrow side, each passageway and doorway must be wide enough to move and turn a printer measuring 42.6 x 48.9 x 97.2 cm (16.8 x 19.3 x 38.3 in), in addition to accommodating the people or equipment used to move the printer.

Determine the pathway from where the crated components are stored to where your Figure 4 system will be installed. Walk the path from the storage location to the final destination of the system, and measure any critical doorways or passageways to ensure that the equipment can be moved through the area.

If a passageway or doorway is too small for the crated Figure 4 system, it may be necessary to remove the Figure 4 system from its crate before moving the unit. A standard door that is 2-2.4m (6.5-8 ft) tall and 0.61-1.1m (2-3.5 ft) wide should accommodate the system and its accessories. 

You are responsible for ensuring that the facility where your Figure 4 system and Figure 4 materials are housed is properly configured for safe operation of the Figure 4 system and of the materials used in that system. Personnel who operate the equipment or use the materials must comply with all relevant safety codes and applicable regulatory requirements and laws, particularly those that relate to usage of hazardous chemicals, radiation, and disposal of regulated material. The Figure 4 Jewelry Printer complies with CE requirements.

NOTE: You are responsible for determining whether additional supplies and equipment are necessary according to local, state, federal or other regulatory laws that govern your location.

Figure 4 Material Usage

Figure 4 materials in the liquid state require use of approved surgical-type 100% nitrile gloves and other equipment to protect the user from direct contact with uncured print material. Material is fully cured only after adequate exposure in the LC-3DPrint Box or similar UV oven. Only after being fully cured do the parts no longer require protective gloves to handle.

Material Disposal

Because Figure 4 materials are regulated, they are subject to special disposal requirements by your local, federal, or other regulatory agencies. Follow applicable disposal guidelines. Contact a local waste management company for recommendations on disposal requirements that affect your facility.

If your area requires regulated waste disposal, consult with and retain a waste-management company to periodically pick up regulated waste. Your local waste management company may recommend that you set up a drum, or other approved container, to dispose of liquid material, partially cured printed parts (also called "green" parts), and of any materials (such as paper towels or gloves) that may have come into contact with the uncured liquid material.

After final part curing in the LC-3DPrint Box, fully cured Figure 4 parts may be disposed of in regular trash receptacles.

NOTE: Inspect printed parts after curing in the LC-3DPrint Box to ensure they are fully solidified. Part-surface tackiness and visible or discernible areas of liquid material indicate the part is not fully cured.

Sample of "green" printed part with uncured material on it.

Storage and Usage Guidelines

Please see the section Material Handling and Safety for more information. Always read the material's Safety Data Sheet (SDS) prior to use of any Figure 4 material.

NOTE: Unless governed by prior arrangement, 3D Systems is not responsible for loading 3D Sprint software on the user’s workstation(s). Thus, BEFORE THE 3D PRINTER SYSTEM ARRIVES, ensure that your workstation is capable of supporting the requirements of both 3D Sprint software and communication with the printer via your network.

If you wish to fill out this form by hand:

Press ctrl+P (cmd+P on Mac) to print this page. Fill out the form, make a copy for yourself, and fax/email it to your reseller.

If you wish to fill out this form on your computer:

Fill out the information in ALL the fields, and then press ctrl+P (cmd+P on Mac) to print the document. Then sign and date the document by hand, make a copy for yourself, and fax/email it to your reseller.

Checklist

Review this list with a network administrator, IT department, facilities manager, and/or other responsible person within your organization. Please complete the following information:

This is NOT an online form and CANNOT be submitted on this webpage. The form must be printed out and faxed/emailed.

Please place a check in each box once that item is complete.

Network Information

Post-Processing Equipment

Before the printer is installed into this facility, we acknowledge that the installation site complies with the specifications stated in the Figure 4 Jewelry Facility Requirements Guide. Once the printer is installed, we agree not to alter any of the required specifications listed in this manual without consulting with a 3D Systems’ Customer Service Representative or certified partner. If alterations are made without consulting 3D Systems, it may void the system’s warranty.