Stratasys J826 3D Printing System User Guide

Stratasys J826 3D Printing System

Product Information

Specifications

• Printer: Stratasys J826 3D Printing System
• Size and Weight:
  • Unit Printer: 40.9 x 51.6 x 31.1 inches, 386 kg / 851 lb
  • Materials Cabinet: 26.4 x 43.3 x 25.2 inches, 152 kg / 335 lb

Product Usage Instructions

Site Preparation
Before setting up the Stratasys J826 3D Printing System, ensure the installation area meets the following requirements:

• Proper floor plan with sufficient space for the printer and materials cabinet.
• Workstation meeting specified requirements.
• Access to GrabCAD Print Server.
• Correct electrical setup as per guidelines.
• Compliance with environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, air quality, and noise level.
• Availability of necessary accessories like the Start-Up Kit, Exhaust Adapter, Compressed Air, and Fire Safety Equipment.

Installation
Follow these steps for installing the Stratasys J826:

1. Unpack the equipment with assistance from Stratasys-certified Customer Support Engineers only.
2. Place the printer and materials cabinet in the designated area according to the floor plan.
3. Ensure proper grounding and connection to power supply following electrical requirements.
4. Set up the GrabCAD Print Server and verify connectivity.
5. Check environmental conditions and adjust if necessary.

Maintenance
To maintain optimal performance of the Stratasys J826:

• Regularly clean the printer and materials cabinet.
• Handle printing materials and cleaning solvent with care.
• Monitor environmental conditions and ensure proper ventilation.

FAQ

1. Q: Can I install the Stratasys J826 without professional assistance?
   A: No, only Stratasys-certified Customer Support Engineers should handle the installation to ensure proper setup and functionality.

2. Q: How often should I clean the printer and materials cabinet?
   A: Regular cleaning is recommended to prevent build-up and maintain print quality. Follow the maintenance schedule provided in the user manual.

Copyright
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No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated into any human or computer language in any form, nor stored in a database or retrieval system, without prior permission in writing from Stratasys. This document may be printed for internal use only. All copies, shall contain a full copy of this copyright notice.
Website: www.stratasys.com

Trademarks
Stratasys, and Stratasys J826 are trademarks of Stratasys and/or subsidiaries or affiliates and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. All other product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Liability
Stratasys shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. Stratasys makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. It is the responsibility of the system owner/material buyer to determine that Stratasys material is safe, lawful, and technically suitable for the intended application as well as identify the proper disposal (or recycling) method consistent with local environmental regulations. Except as provided in Stratasys’ standard conditions of sale, Stratasys shall not be responsible for any loss resulting from any use of its products described herein.

Disclaimers
Customer acknowledges the contents of this document and that Stratasys parts, materials, and supplier are subject to its standard terms and conditions, available on http://www.stratasys.com/legal/terms-and-conditions-of-sale, which are incorporated herein by reference. The specifications and/or information on which this document is based are subject to change without notice.

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Introduction

About this Guide
The information and requirements provided in this document ensure proper installation and operation of the Stratasys J826 printing system. The customer is responsible for preparing the site as described in this document, and according to any applicable local regulations. If you have any questions about the information in this document, contact your Stratasys representative. All site requirements must be met before the installation date. The Site Preparation Checklist should be submitted to your Stratasys representative. Shipping will be arranged after the checklist is received by Stratasys. Non- compliance with requirements specified in this document may result in additional installation charges.

Installation and Training Schedule

• Basic installation and adjustment: 1 work day
• Operator training (operation and maintenance): 1 work day
• Product designer training (advanced features and work flow): ½ work day
• Practice under supervision: 1½ work days

Physical Description

The Stratasys J826 printing systems consist of the following main components:

• printer
• material cabinet
• printer computer (built into the printer)
• client workstation provided by the customer

Size and Weight
Table 1 Size and weight

• W = Width; H = Height; D = Depth
• The depth measurement does not include the fan adapter assembly. If the fan adapter is ordered, the depth measurement increases to 80 cm/31.5 inches (see “Exhaust Adapter” on page 18).

Shipment and Delivery

Shipping Information and Customer Responsibility
Shipment to the customer will be arranged by a Stratasys distributor as indicated in the “ship to” part of the invoice. The customer is responsible for providing detailed delivery information, including, whether or not there is loading dock at the delivery site. The customer is responsible for transporting the printer to a suitable installation site. Upon request, your Stratasys service provider will advise regarding these matters.

Note:
Only Stratasys-certified Customer Support Engineers are authorized to unpack and install equipment supplied.

Shipping Pallet
The following table shows the approximate size and weight of the printing system mounted on a pallet.

Table 2 Size and weight of printer on shipping pallet

Unit| W × H × D (cm)| W × H × D (inch)| Weight (kg/lb)
---|---|---|---
Stratasys J826| 149 × 159 × 138| 58.7 × 62.6 × 54.3| 425 kg / 936 lb
Materials Cabinet| 109 × 139 × 94| 42.7 × 54.7 × 37| 240 kg / 529 lbs

W = Width; H = Height; D = Depth

Lifting Equipment

• lifting capacity: 500 kg (1100 lb)
• extension: 150 cm (60 in.)

Unloading

The unloading area should be a level surface. An area of 10 m2 (108 sq ft) is required for the forklift to remove the printer from the delivery truck. A clearance of 120 cm (4 ft) around the back and sides of the packaging is required for unpacking the printer. The installation location must be accessible from the unloading area. The customer is responsible for unloading the printer from the truck and transferring it to the installation location. Minimum space requirements for unloading the printer are shown in the figure below.

Note:
Dimensions are shown in centimeters.

Installation Area

• The installation area should be free of sources of vibration and electromagnetic interference that could affect the proper functioning of the printer.
• The floor gradient should be less than 0.5% (5 mm per meter).
• The floor should be stable and able to bear the load of the printer. The minimum floor load is 630 kg/m2 (129 lb/ft2).
• The server workstation and the printer should be located in the same room.
• The cable between the server workstation and the printer should not exceed 5 meters (16 feet). The communication cable provided should not be extended or replaced with a longer cable.
• Clearance around and above the printer should ensure convenient access and servicing.
• The printer has not been designed to meet water-ingress protection standards, nor is it recommended for the printer to be in an area where there is a high relative humidity (see “Environmental Conditions” on page 17). Therefore, Stratasys recommends a distance of approximately 5 m between the printer and any source of water (such as a cleaning station). However, it is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that this distance meets all local and/or regulatory requirements governing water-ingress protection and water-related electrocution hazards. Consult with an expert, as necessary.
• Shelves and cabinets are recommended near the printer for convenient storage of tools, parts, accessories, manuals, and materials.

Floor Plan (Printer Area)

The following is a sample floor plan, showing the 3D printing system—the printer, the materials cabinet, and the workstation. The dimensions shown in the figure are the minimum clearance requirements.

Workstation Requirements
A computer with GrabCAD Print installed on it is necessary to interface with the printer. The workstation must have access to the internet and to the local network to which the printer is connected, and it must be prepared before installation. To view the specifications for client workstations, go to: http://help.grabcad.com/print/system-requirements.

GrabCAD Print Server
The GrabCAD Print Server is recommended and can be downloaded onto any computer within the same intranet network as the printer. The computer on which it is installed must have access to the Internet, and this must be prepared before installation. To view the recommendations for GrabCAD Print Server, go to: https://help.grabcad.com/article/201-printing-monitoring- remotely

Electrical Requirements

The customer is responsible for ensuring that all tasks described in this section are performed by authorized personnel.

Power
A stable, reliable source of power is required. Power to the UPS (or printer) should be supplied directly from the main electrical panel. Other electrical outlets should not be connected to the line.

Printer power rating:

• 100–120 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 13.5 A, 1 phase
• 220–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 7 A , 1 phase

Printer short circuit rating: 1000 A
If the power at the facility does not support the above specifications, contact your Stratasys specialist.

Important:
The diagram below shows the required connection to the power socket. Make sure that the electrician sees this before installing the printer.

Grounding
The printer is grounded through a single-phase, AC plug. Make sure that the AC outlet is properly grounded, in accordance with local electrical codes.

Neutral to ground rating:

• 0 volts—not to exceed 3 volts

Circuit Breaker

A circuit breaker (Type-C) with the following specification is required (subject to the local electrical code).

Table 3 Circuit breaker

Residual Current Device (RCD)
The wall outlet must be connected to a residual current device (RCD).

Power Connection
The customer must provide an appropriate power plug and have it installed by a certified electrician. The following electrical outlets are required:

• one outlet behind the printer
• three outlets close to the printer (for the workstation, monitor, and servicing equipment)

UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply)
It is mandatory that the printer is powered through a UPS unit, provided by the customer. This ensures that—

• the quality of printing is not affected by power fluctuations from the mains.
• the printer computers can perform a “graceful shutdown” in the event of a power failure. The UPS specifications are listed below.

Table 4 UPS requirements

The following UPS systems meet the above requirements:

• Eaton 9SX3000G–220–240 VAC
• Eaton 9SX2000–100–120 VAC
• Single-phase; 50/60 Hz
• Defined as the input-to-output ratio of the UPS.
• UPS units that only connect to a serial communication port are not suitable.
• Command-line control is necessary for the UPS software to execute a script in the printer software when shutting down.

Environmental Conditions

Temperature and Humidity
The temperature and relative humidity around the printer must be maintained within certain limits. Peak conditions occur when the printer and the server workstation draw maximum electrical power, resulting in the heat dissipation listed in the table below.

Table 5 Heat dissipation (peak conditions)

| Heat Dissipation
---|---
Printer| 1500 W (5140 BTU/hr)
Server workstation| 450 W (1530 BTU/hr)
Total| 1950 W (6670 BTU/hr)

The room temperature and relative humidity should not exceed the limits listed in the table below.

Table 6 Room temperature and relative humidity specifications

| Range
---|---
Temperature| 18°C to 25°C (64.5°F to 77°F)
Relative humidity| 30%–70% non-condensing

Air Quality
The system should be installed in an office environment that is free from dust and debris. The printer enclosure has been designed to meet ingress protection code level 4 (IP4X), according to standard IEC60529. To ensure optimal air quality around the printer, a connection to an external ventilation duct is recommended (see “Accessories and Utilities” on the next page). Otherwise, the room ventilation system should change the air at least four times every hour.

Noise Level
The noise level around the printer is typically less than 65 dB during printing.

Accessories and Utilities

Start-Up Kit
The printer is supplied with a start-up kit, which includes tools and accessories. These tools and accessories should be available during printer installation and operation.

Exhaust Adapter
An exhaust adapter is supplied with the printer. When attached to the back of the printer and connected to an external ventilation fan with a duct, air expelled from the printer is discharged directly outdoors, as shown in the figure below.

| Required Suction at the Exhaust Adapter
---|---
Duct Diameter| Minimum| Maximum
4 in (100 mm)| 106 cfm (3 m3/min)| 134 cfm (3.8 m3/min)

It is recommended to install an eyewash station near the printer, for emergency use.

Compressed Air
Compressed air is useful for routine cleaning and maintenance activities. If a compressed air line is available at the site, it is recommended (but not required) that an outlet be installed near the printer.

Note:
If the compressed air line does not include an air-dryer unit, a water/oil trap must be installed on the air gun used for cleaning the printer. The recommended air pressure is 5-7 bar (70-90 PSI).

Fire Safety Equipment
A gas-based fire extinguisher is recommended in case of fire in or near the system. Some other fire extinguishers are also acceptable, but liquid fire extinguishers should not be used. Contact local fire authorities for specific recommendations.

Materials Handling and Storage

Printing Materials
Printing materials should be stored indoors, in a dry area with adequate ventilation. The following table lists general requirements for storage, inventory control, and disposal.

Table 7 Requirements for hazardous materials

These specifications are applicable for most printing materials. Requirements for handling and storing specific materials appear in the Material Safety Datasheet (MSDS) included with each material.

Note:

• Non-compliance with these recommendations might result in reduced shelf life.
• Disposal of all liquid and solid waste, cleaning cloths, gloves, and empty material containers must be done in accordance with local laws and regulations.

Cleaning Solvent
One liter of isopropanol (IPA) or ethanol (ethyl alcohol) should be available at all times for cleaning purposes. The customer is responsible for ensuring that the material storage area complies with local regulations.

Site Preparation Checklist
A checklist is provided by your Stratasys representative listing all of the tasks described in this document. Fill in the information requested in the checklist, and submit it to your Stratasys representative. Once the checklist has been received, an installation date will be scheduled.
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References

• System requirements for GrabCAD Print - GrabCAD Help Center
• Stratasys - Industrial 3D Printing Manufacturers
• Printing & monitoring remotely with GrabCAD Print Server - GrabCAD Help Center

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