How to change plastic in a 3D printer
Relatively recently, an invention appeared in the field of printing that allows you to work in three-dimensional format. 3D printers have opened up new opportunities for users and have found application in all areas of human activity. To make them work, you need to properly connect the equipment and configure it. At this stage, users may have problems connecting and maintaining workflow.
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Instructions on how to change plastic
One of the most difficult tasks when printing 3D elements is priming. Unlike conventional printing, this option uses special polymer materials. They need to be changed and refilled periodically to continue the operation of the device. This must be done in a certain order:
- Connect the equipment to a power source. Warm up the nozzles to working condition.
- Carefully remove the channel tube from the extruder by removing the retaining clip.
- After this, remove the remaining waste plastic, then insert a new polymer thread.
- Thread it through the channel and insert it into the extruder.
- Print a small area to normalize the flow of plastic into the nozzle.
Important! If you are in doubt about the correct execution, contact specialists or a service center for help.
What is plastic used for in a 3D printer?
If you have already used 3D printing of parts, then you probably know the main purpose of plastic.When using for the first time, we recommend reading the instructions and operating instructions that come with the purchased equipment. There you can find the information you are interested in and answers to questions that arise during operation.
In general, plastic is a general name for all polymer materials used when printing elements of different sizes, shapes and configurations. Under the influence of high temperature, polymer materials melt and are then applied in a thin, uniform layer to the surface of the workbench, forming a section of the part.
Important! There are different types of polymers, choose them according to the quality required of the printed element.
