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Got my Form1+


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Finally came in, set everything up without a hitch and wow what a nice machine! Lots to watch out for as with any high tech equipment, biggest issue is keeping the resin tray clean, keep material mixed and plan on a resin tray with each liter of resin to play it safe. Thought they sell the trays separate they are the most prone for print failures simply because of the wear and tear of how the machine operates.

 

I did my first print of a coin, tossed it on edge because I didn't want to have to glue 2 parts together for a quickie proof. I printed it at med resolution 50 micron and the detail of the text all held perfectly. Far better than any Objet or Polyjet print I have had in the past. Edges of the details are so sharp I am amazed.

 

Print time was 2 1/2 hours on a coin that was 1.75" in dia on edge + the 3/8" or so for the supports.

 

Imported the stl without a hitch and the software is so easy and intuitive I think it's harder to run a laser printer with a duplex option or envelope feeder.

 

There is a repair option on the import that can read in obj or stl. Curious how much it can repair. Have to test and see if I can auto close models from AM. I'll test that more as I scavenge for time.

 

The plastic parts from the Form1 are pretty tough, I think for a quick prototype or master to make a mold from or decorative pieces it fits the bill. If your making gadgets and hard working parts a MakerBot is probably better.

 

I'll keep you guys posted.

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