Dremel 3D20 User Manual

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Work Area Safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered

or dark areas invite accidents.

Do no t op e r a te D r e mel 3 D 20 i n t h e presence of flammable liquids, gases or du s t . Dr e m e l 3D 2 0 crea t e s hig h

temperatures which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Store idle 3D20s out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Injury can

occur in hands of untrained users.

Electrical Safety

Al w a y s use the Dre m e l 3D20 with a properly grounded outlet. Do not modify Dremel 3D20 plug. Improper grounding and

modified plugs increase risk of electric shock.

Do not use Dremel 3D20 in damp or wet locations. Do not expose Dremel 3D20 to rain. Presence of moisture increases risk of

electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for pulling or unplugging the Dremel 3D20. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp ed g e s or mo v i n g parts. Da m a g e d or

entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

Avoid using thi s p roduct during an electric storm. There may be a remote risk

of a power surge from lightning that may result in electric shock hazard.

In case of emergency unplug Dremel 3D20 from outlet.

Personal Safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a Dremel 3D20. Do not use Dremel 3D20 while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

of inattention while operating Dremel 3D20 may result in personal injury.

Use personal protective equipment. The use of protective equipment such as heat re sista n t gl o ves a nd s a fety glas s es w i ll reduce the risk of personal injuries.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose

clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

Dremel 3D20 Use and Care

Before every use check Dremel 3D20 for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition th a t may a f f ect the Dremel 3D20’s operation. If damage is suspected have the Dremel 3D20 repaired by authorized Dremel service center before use. Use of

Dremel 3D20 when damaged may result in po o r qu a l i t y of object crea t i o n , fu r t h er equipmen t d ama ge, proper ty damag e o r personal injury.

Do not touc h the e x truder tip duri n g Dremel 3D20 operation or until it has cooled down to at least 60°C (140°F).

Contact with the extruder tip during or after operation before tip has cooled may result in personal injury.

Set up the Dremel 3D20 in a well-ventilated ar e a . Provide a t least 8 in c h es of unobstructed spacing around Dremel 3D20. Dreme l 3 D20 me lts plasti c d uri ng

building. Plastic odors emitted during Dremel 3D20 operation may irritate eyes and airways. Locating Dremel 3D20 close to surrounding objects prevents proper ventilation.

Do not reach inside the Dremel 3D20 while it is in operation. Contact with Dremel 3D20

moving parts during operation may result in poor build qual ity, equipm ent damage or personal injury.

Read all instructions in this manual and familiarize yourself with the

Dremel 3D20 before setup and use. Failure to comply with the warnings and instructions may result in fire, equipment damage, property damage, or personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING

General Safety Warnings

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Do not leave the Dremel 3D20 unattended during operation. Use of Dremel 3D20 by

persons unfamiliar with these warnings and instructions may result equipment or property damage and personal injury.

Use only DREMEL PLA filament. Use of filament not authorized by Dremel may result in equipment and property damage.

Ensure small objects created by Dremel 3D20 are not accessible to young children.

Small objects are potential choking hazards for young children.

Do not create illegal or inappropriate objects using Dremel 3D20.

Do not use Dremel 3D20 to create objects intended for use with candles, liquid fuels, and other heat sources. Plastic may melt

when exposed to fire or other heat sources. Such use of objects created by Dremel 3D20 may r esul t i n fi re, pro pert y da mage an d personal injury.

Do not use Dremel 3D20 to create objects intended for food or drink applications such as preparation, decoration, storage, or con s u m ption. Su c h us e of ob j e c t s

created by Dremel 3D20 may result in illness or personal injury.

Do not use Dremel 3D20 to create objects in t e n d ed wi t h use with e lectrical components or housings of electrical components. PLA plastic is not suitable for

electrical applications. Such use of objects cr e a t e d by Dremel 3D20 may result in property damage and personal injury.

Do not put plastic objects in or around your mouth. PLA plastic is not suitable for

food or drink preparation and food utensils. Such use of objects created by Dremel 3D20 may result in illness or personal injury.

Do not use Dremel 3D20 to create objects intended for chemical storage. PLA plastic

is not suitable for chemical storage. Such use of objects created by Dremel 3D20 may result in property damage and personal injury.

Do not modify Dremel 3D20 or alter factory se t t i n gs. M o d i f i c a t ions may result i n

eq u i p m e n t a n d p r o p e r t y d a m a g e , a n d personal injury.

Do not expose Dr e m e l 3D20 to temperatures exceeding 70°C (158°F).

Dr e m e l 3 D 2 0 m a y b e come damaged.

Dr e m e l 3D20 is i n t e n d e d to ope r a t e in temperature between 16-29° C (60 - 85° F).

Do not move or bump Dremel 3D20 or the extruder during operation. The object may

build incorrectly.

Do not change filament spool unless the building process is completed, stopped, or paused. Changing the filament during

bu i l ding w i ll c a n c el t h e obje c t and may damage the extruder.

Do not pu l l th e fi l a ment out until instructed by the touch screen. Doing so

may damage the extruder.

Use extra care not to damage the extruder tip when clearing debris. Dremel 3D20 will

not work properly with damaged extruder tip and will require replacement.

Before every build make sure that the build platform is covered with Dremel specified build tape. Use of improper build

tape may result in equipment damage and poor object build quality.

Be aware of your body position when using hand tools to remove objects from the build platform. Sudden tool slip and

improper body position during object removal from the build platform may result in personal injury.

Avoid scratching the build platform when removing objects. Scratches in the build

platform will result in improper object creation.

Dremel is not responsible for structural integrity or utility of objects created using Dremel 3D20. Structural models created by

in e x p e r i e n c e d de s i g ners may result in property damage and personal injury.

Service

Al w ays unplug Dre m el 3D20 from its power before perf orming any service procedures. Failure to do so may result ion

personal injury and equipment damage.

Have your Dremel 3D20 serviced only by an authorized Dremel service center using only Dremel replacement parts. This will

ensure that proper operation and safety of Dremel 3D20 is maintained.

Use only Dremel approved materials and components. Use of object materials, or 3D

objects other than Dremel® approved object materials and genuine Dremel® components may void warranty.

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General Safety Warnings .............................................................2

Symbols .......................................................................................5

FCC Compliance..........................................................................6

Information on Intellectual Property .............................................6

Specifications ...............................................................................7

3D20 Resources ..........................................................................8

Glossary of Terms ........................................................................8

Getting To Know Your Dremel 3D20 ..........................................10

Introduction ................................................................................12

Kit Contents and Unpacking.......................................................12

Touch Screen .............................................................................14

Software Install and Registration ...............................................21

Dremel Software Overview ........................................................22

Getting Ready to Build ...............................................................25

Building ......................................................................................28

Building From The SD Card .......................................................29

Building From Your Computer....................................................30

Removing Your Object ...............................................................31

Unloading and Replacing Filament Spool..................................32

Maintenance and Service...........................................................32

Best Practices ............................................................................35

Dremel® Consumer Limited Warranty .......................................36

Table of Contents

This product may contain or discharge chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

Additional Safety Warnings

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IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

Symbol Name Designation/Explanation

V Volts Voltage (potential)

A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

W Watt Power

kg Kilograms Weight

min Minutes Time

s Seconds Time

Diameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.

0 Off position Zero speed, zero torque...

Arrow Action in the direction of arrow

Alternating current Type or a characteristic of current

Direct current Type or a characteristic of current

Alternating or direct current Type or a characteristic of current

Earthing terminal Grounding terminal

Warning symbol Alerts user to warning messages

Read manual symbol Alerts user to read manual

Wear eye protection symbol Alerts user to wear eye protection

Symbols

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.

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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes and Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void your authority to operate this equipment under Federal Communications Commission’s rules.

FCC Compliance

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Information on Intellectual Property

The Dremel 3D20 is intended for 3D printing objects from digital files that you create or own, or have t he right to pr int using the Dremel 3D20. When making objects using the Dremel 3D20, it is your responsibility to ensure that you do not infringe any third party intellectual property rights or violate any applicable laws or regulations, such as U.S. or foreign intellectual property laws. The Dremel 3D20 may not be used to make objects protec ted by intel lectual property rights owned by third parties without such third parties’ permission. Using the Dremel 3D20 to do any of the following may require the permission of third parties: to make a duplicate or facsimile (in whole or in part) of any object not created by you, to make an object from a digital file you do not own, or to make an object from a scan of a physical

object tha t you did not create. It is your responsibility to obtain such permission. In some cases, you may not be able to obtain such permission. Where such permission cannot be obtained, you should not 3D print such object, or you do so at your own risk. You may n o t modify, reverse e n g i n e e r, decompile, or disassemble the Dremel 3D20 or its software or fi r m w a r e , ex c e p t a s permitted by applicable law. If you use the Dr e m e l 3D20 i n any wa y othe r than as recommended an d de s c r i b e d in these Operating/Safety Instructions, you do so at your own risk. Using the Dremel 3D20 to make objects that infringe any intellectual property rights owned by third parties could result in civil or c riminal prosecution and penalties, and you could be liable for money damages, fines, or imprisonment.

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Functional Description and Specifications

BUILDING

Extruder: Single extrusion Extruder temperature: Up to 230°C (397°F) Operating Interface: 3.5” full color IPS touch screen Maximum Build Volume: 9” x 5.9” x 5.5” (230mm x 150mm x 140mm) Layer Thickness: 4 mil | 0.004 inches 100 microns | 0.10 mm Filament Colors: See Dremel3D.com for color choices SD Card: Up to 32GB in size (3D20 will not work with SD cards larger than 32GB) Internal Storage: 4GB

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

Weight (without spool): 8.8kg (19lbs 8oz) Dimensions: 19.1” x 15.7” x 13.2” (485mm x 400mm x 335mm)

FILAMENT

ONLY works with Dremel PLA filament Filament: 1.75mm PLA (Biodegradable/Renewable)

FILAMENT STORAGE

All polymers degrade with time. Do not unpack until filament is needed. Filament should be stored at room temperature: 1629° C (60-85° F)

SOFTWARE

Dremel 3D20 comes with complimentary Dremel 3D software for Windows and Mac OSX. This application converts your 3D digital files into buildable files.

MINIMUM HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS

A PC with these minimum requirements will be required to run the Dremel® 3D Software Processor: Multi-core processor - 2 GHz or faster per core System RAM: 2 GB Screen Resolution: 1024x768 USB port

WINDOWS REQUIREMENTS

Dremel® Software runs on 32 and 64-bit Operating Systems Windows Vista or later MAC OSX REQUIREMENTS Dremel® Software runs on Mac OSX 10.8 or later

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

3D20 input rating: 120V, 60Hz, 1.2A

OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

Room Temperature: 16-29° C (60 - 85° F) Level workspace Dry workspace environment

15.7” (400mm)

19.1” (485mm) 13.2” (335mm)

WALL

8” (203mm)

8” (203mm)8” (203mm)

14” (356mm)

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Glossary of Terms

3D20 Resources

Resource Description Location

Quick Start Guide Provides illustrated walkthrough

of how to un-box your 3D20 and start building out of the box.

Printed version of the Quick Start Guide is located in the rectangular component carton. It is also available on www.dremel3d.com

3D20 Website Provides the latest 3D20

software, product information, and customer support.

www.dremel3d.com

3D20 Customer Support

Contact Dremel for product support, maintenance, and service.

1-844-4DRML3D (1-844-437-6533) www.dremel3d.com

Dremel 3D20 Software

Allows you to upload, edit, and build 3D files. You can also change device settings and order supplies.

Installed from www.dremel3d.com or from SD card provided with the Dremel 3D20.

Term Definition

Build Platform The flat surface used by your Dremel 3D20 to build objects.

Build Platform Clip Clip located at the front of the build platform base that is used to secure the build

platform in place.

Build Tape Adhesive tape similar to blue painter’s tape that improves the consistency of your

objects and helps them stick to the build plate surface.

Build Volume The three dimensional (3D) amount of space that an object will use once it is

completed. Your Dremel 3D20 has a maximum build volume which means that objects with a larger build volume cannot be built unless they are resized or broken into sub-objects.

Door Your Dremel 3D20 has a door located on the front panel. This allows for easy access

to the build platform, extruder, filament, and your objects. This door is made with a transparent material so you can monitor the progress of your objects while keeping the build environment stable.

Lid Your Dremel 3D20 has a removable lid on the top. This allows for more access to the

build platform, extruder, filament, and objects when necessary.

Limit Switch Switch that is activated by the motion of the extruder or build platform when the end

of travel is reached.

Extruder An assembly that uses gears to pull filament through the extruder intake, heat the

filament to the build temperature, and push the heated filament out of the extruder tip.

Extruder Fan A fan used to cool the outer assembly of the extruder and gear motor.

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Extruder Intake An opening located at the top of the extruder where filament is inserted for building.

Extruder Push Lever A lever located on the side of the extruder that is used to loosen the grip of the

extruder gear motor.

Extruder Tip A nozzle located at the bottom of the extruder where heated filament is forced out for

building.

Filament A threadlike strand of plastic material.

Filament Spool A cylindrical piece on which a long strand of filament is wound for storage and

continuous use.

Filament Guide Tube A plastic piece that guides the filament from the filament spool through a passage in

the outer housing of your Dremel 3D20.

Leveling Knobs Knobs located under the build platform base that are used to create proper spacing

between the extruder tip and the build platform.

Leveling Tool Calibrated leveling pad with detailed markings and directions for use.

PLA A bioplastic derived from renewable resources such as corn starch.

Needle Nose Pliers Common tool used to hold small objects and to grab excess material that may be too

hot to touch directly.

Object Removal Tool A tool used to separate your objects from the build platform.

SD Card A portable memory card used on a wide array of devices such as cameras.

Spool Holder A plastic piece located to the left of the build platform inside your Dremel 3D20 build

area that is designed to hold a filament spool.

Spool Lock A plastic piece which locks the filament spool to the spool holder. This piece is

inserted through the center of the filament spool, into the spool holder, and turned to lock.

Stepper Motor A brushless DC electric motor used to drive the guide rails and extruder gears.

.STL File A common digital file format used in a wide range of 3D model software. This file is

created in 3rd party 3D software or downloaded from Dremel3D.com.

.3dremel File Dremel’s digital file format that is used by your Dremel 3D20 to properly process

models.

.G3Drem File A buildable file format compatible with your Dremel 3D20.

Touch Screen Full color display that is touch activated. It allows you to monitor your Dremel 3D20

and objects while also providing commands directly to your Dremel 3D20 without the use of a computer.

Unclog Tool A tool used to clear the extruder of excess debris.

X-Axis Guide Rails A set of rails on either side of the extruder that allow a stepper motor to move the

extruder to the left or right side of the build area.

Y-Axis Guide Rails A set of rails on either side of the build area that allow a stepper motor to move the

extruder to the front or back of the build area.

Z-Axis Guide Rails A set of rails located at the back of the build area that allow a stepper motor to move

the build platform up or down.

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Getting To Know Your 3D20

1. Lid

2. Door

3. Touch Screen

4. Build Platform

5. Build Platform Clips

6. Filament Spool

7. Filament Spool Holder/Lock

8. Extruder Tip

9. Extruder Fan

10. Extruder

11. Extruder Intake

12. X-Axis Guide Rails

13. Stepper motor (1 of 3)

14. Z-Axis Guide rail

15. Filament Guide Tube

16. Y-Axis Guide Rails

17. SD card Input

18. USB Input

19. Power Switch

20. Power Input

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Getting To Know Your 3D20

1011

17 18

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Kit Contents

Introduction

Welcome to the world of Dremel 3D. Our missio n is to mentor yo u through the 3D building process and share best practices for bringing your ideas to life. 3D building is a process that will involve experimentation and persistence. Thankfully, the Dremel experts are here to make your job easier with online tips and live support. Kick-start your success

by re g i s t e r i n g your D r e m el 3 D 2 0 on Dremel3D.com gi v i n g you access to hundreds of h i g h - q u a l i t y m o dels and innovative projects. With Dremel, you can build on your own ideas, build them better and make them yours.

3D20 Quick Start Guide

WARNINGWARNING

READ ALL OPERATING/SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MANUAL AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE DREMEL 3D20 BEFORE SETUP AND USE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

MAY RESULT IN FIRE, EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR PERSONAL INJURY.

Dremel 3D20 Instruction Manual Quick Start Guide 1 Filament Spool*

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1. Place box on table and cut tape.

2. Lift outer box and allow inner box to open.

3. Remove the kit contents located inside.

4. Remove carton lid from top of your Dremel

3D20.

5. Remove insert from top of your Dremel 3D20.

6. Remove tape from your Dremel 3D20 door.

7. Firmly li f t the build pl a t form to t h e top position.

8. Remove inserts from inside of your Dremel 3D20.

9. Using a firm grip, lift your Dremel 3D20 out of packaging and place gently on stable work surface.

Unpacking

Tip: Keep packaging for future transportation and storage.

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Touch Screen

Using your Dremel 3D20 without a computer is easy with the onboard software and full color touch screen.

Before building your model we want to familiarize you with the touch screen menu structure and options.

Observe all provided warnings and safety instructions when using the Dremel 3D20. Failure to do so may result in fire, equipment damage,

property damage or personal injury.

WARNING

BUILD

Se l e c t a m o d e l file f r o m your Drem e l 3D20’s onboard memory by tapping the Dremel 3D20 icon or select a model file from SD card by tapping the SD card icon.

After a model is selected, a pop-up window will appea r on the tou ch s cree n w ith the fo llow ing options:

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BUILD

Tapping this option will begin the building process wh ile dis play ing use ful informa tion and obje ct status.

STOP – Tapping this option will cancel the object. You will be asked whether to cancel building or continue building.

PAUSE/PLAY – Tapping this option will pause or resume the building process. This will allow you to access the “filament” button.

FILAMENT – Tapping this option will allow you to unload or load the filament while the build is paused.

COPY

Tapping this option will allow you to copy a model file from an SD card to your Dremel 3D20 onboard memory. You cannot copy a model file from your Dremel 3D20 to an SD card.

COPY MODEL

Tapping this option will confirm your decision to copy your model file from your Dremel 3D20’s onboard memory or an SD card.

COPY MODEL SUCCESSFUL

A pop-up alert notifying you that the model file has been successfully copied.

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DELETE

Tappi ng t h is b u tton to p erman ently del e te t h e selected model file from the onboard Dremel 3D20 memory drive or an SD card.

DELETE MODEL

A pop-up will ask you to confirm that you want to permanently delete a model file from your Dremel 3D20’s onboard memory or an SD card.

DELETE MODEL SUCCESSFUL

A pop-up alert notifying you that the model file has been successfully deleted.

RETURN

Return to previous menu.

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TOOLS

FILAMENT

Load – Tapping this option will instruct your Dremel

3D20 to be gin heating th e e xtruder for loading filament (see page 25 for instructions on loading filament). The touch screen will display a status bar and will let you know when it is time to load the filament.

Unload - Ta ppi ng t his optio n wi ll i nst ruct your Drem el 3D20 to begin heating the extruder for unloading filament (see page 32 for instructions on unloading filament). The touch screen will display a status bar and will let you know when it is time to unload the filament.

LEVEL

Tapping this option will begin the build platform leveling process (see page 27 for instructions on leveling the build platform). The touch screen will di s p l a y inst r u c t ions o n how to l e v el the buil d platform.

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JOG MODE

Tapping this o pti on will displa y the o pti ons for positioning the extruder and build platform along the X-axis, Y-Axis, and Z-axis.

HOME

Tapping this option moves the extruder and build platform to the zero position.

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SETTING

Tapping this option will allow you to change the manufacturer settings for language or revert back to manufacturer settings.

PREHEAT

Tap p i n g this o p t i o n will b e g i n preheati n g the extruder for building or excess debris removal. The touch screen will display the approximate extruder tempe rature. You ca n u se t he touc h scree n to START or STOP the preheating process at any time.

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ABOUT

Tapping this option will display your Dremel 3D20 serial numbe r, curren t firmwa re vers ion, usa ge (hours), and the Dremel 3D20 status.

RETURN

Return to previous menu.

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Software Install and Registration

Creating an account on Dremel3D.com is easy and gives you access to all of the great designs and collections that will drive and inspire your creativity.

INSTALLING SOFTWARE FROM

DREMEL3D.COM

1. Go to Dremel3D.com.

2. From a PC: Download and install software onto your PC.

a. Download the Dremel 3D software from

Dremel3D.com.

b. Click on Dremel 3D _ ( v e r s i o n

number).exe in the folder location that you down loa ded the fi le. The install wizard will open.

c. Follow the prompts in the install wizard

to load the software on your computer.

3. From a M A C : D ownload and i n s t a l l software onto your MAC.

a. Click Downloads and select Dremel 3D

software. Double click on the zip file and the Dremel 3D INSTALLER.DMG will appear.

b. Doubl e cl i ck on Dr e m e l 3D

INSTALLER.DMG to make a n e w window open. Drag the install file to the APPLICATIONS folder.

c. If the “Drag to Install” window did not

open, locate the Dremel 3D driver in you device panel. Click on Dremel 3D to download software.

NOTE: Safari users will not have to unzip the INSTALLER.DMG file.

d. Click NEXT to launch the setup wizard.

The Dremel 3D software setup wizard will guide you through the steps to install the software on your computer. Click NEXT to launch the setup wizard.

4. Creat e Dr emel m a k e r account o n Dr e m e l 3 D . c om to b e g i n download i n g Dremel 3D20 models.

Connecting USB Cable

1. Ensure power switch is in the off position.

2. Plug your Dremel 3D20 into the computer with the USB cable.

3. Open software.

4. Tur n your D r e m e l 3D20 o n usin g the power switch to sync your computer to your Dremel 3D20.

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Dremel Software Overview

STATUS : PRINTING

MOVE

ROTATE

SCALE

IDEA BUILDER

VIEW

BUILD

LOAD

3D ONLINE

FILE EDIT BUILD VIEW TOOLS HELP

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The toolbar icons in the Dremel 3D Software le ts y o u lo a d, s h are, bui ld, vie w, move , rotate, and scale your objects.

Load – Click on “Load” and select a file from the model files downl o a d e d f r o m Dremel3D.com. The model that you selected will appear o n the Dreme l 3D20 home screen. The software’s home screen is a si m u lation o f your Dre m e l 3D20 ’ s bui l d platform.

3D S t o r e – Clickin g on “3D S t o r e ” will connect you to Dremel3D.com wi th your default internet browser.

Build – Dremel 3D Software gives you the ability to select build quality settings. This allows you to customize both the build quality and build time.

a. Export Option – Saves your model file

to local drive or portable memory drive for building later.

b. Resolution Options – Mode ls set to

Standard resolution will be built using the default settings. “Standard” resolution builds will build quickly and have good su rfac e qu a lity. Mod els set to “Fast” resolution will be built with thicker layers and will build faster. Mode l s set to “Detailed” resolution will have finer layers and will build more slowly.

View – Changes your view of the Dremel 3D20 home screen to one of six view ing angles.

TIP: You can view the Dremel 3D20 home screen from any angle by holding the right click button of your mouse and moving the mouse. You can also use your mouse wheel to zoom in and out.

Move – Change your object location on the build platform using X, Y, and Z a x i s positioning. You can also center your object in the build area and ensure that your object is located on the platform. You can choose to enter a custom axis position value.

TOOLBAR ICONS

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a. On Platform – Places the model onto the

build platform.

b. Center – Centers the model on the 3D

build area.

c. Reset – Resets the model position to the

original position.

Rotate – Changes the orientation of your object on the build platform using X, Y, and Z axis positioning. You can choose to rotate your object +/- 90 degrees or enter a custom axis position value. You can reset the model to the original orientation.

Scale – Change the size of your object on the b u i l d pla t f o r m using X , Y, an d Z po s i t i o n ing. You can c h o o s e to e n t e r a custom scale value in X,Y, and Z. You can also increase the size of your object by a percentage of its original design.

a. Maximize - Uniformly scale the model to

the largest size possible for building.

b. Reset – Undo all scale changes. Model

reverts back to original size.

TIP: If your object was designed in using inches (Imperial Units), you can convert to mm (metric) units by increasing your object by 2540%.

Idea Builder – Check the status of your Dremel 3D20. As long as your Dremel 3D20 is connected to your computer you can see whether your Dremel 3D20 is ready to build or currently building an object. You can also see the temperature of your extruder.

Dremel 3D software continuously provides you with the status of your Dremel 3D20.

a. The top p a n e l displays the c u r r e n t

status of both your Dremel 3D20 and your object.

b. The status circle located in the top right

corner pr o v i d e s a grap h i c a l representation of your progress.

File Menu

a. Load File – Select this option to load a

model file (.STL or .3dremel) from your co mput e r or ext e rnal stor age d evic e connected to your computer. Once you have loaded the model file you can begin editing the file as desired.

NOTE: You cannot load a model file to your computer from an SD card connected to your Dremel 3D20. SD card must be co n n e c t e d dir e c t l y to your computer.

b. Save Build Platform – Saves all of the

objects and layout of the current build platform to a .3dremel file. Select this option to save a model file to your co mput e r or ext e rnal stor age d evic e connected to your computer.

NOTE: You cannot save a model file to an SD card connected to your Dremel 3D20. SD ca r d mu s t be conn e c t e d directly to your computer.

c. Save as… - Saves current build platform

with new name. This will not overwrite the original .3dremel file.

d. Examples – Select this option to view a

list of free model files that are included with your Dreme l 3D software. These model files are excellent test objects to ensure y our Dremel 3D 20 is working properly.

e. Recent Files – Select this option to view

a list of recently viewed model files.

f. Preferences – Select this option to set

the language of your Dremel 3D software and change the automatic update setting.

Moves the model to the left or right side of the build area.

Moves the m ode l to the f ron t o r back side of the build area.

Moves the model up and down in relation to the build platform.

Rotates the model towards or away from the front of the build area.

Rotates the model to towards the left or right side of the build area.

Rotat es the model clo ckwise or counterclockwise in the build area.

BUILD STATUS

MENUS

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g. Quit – To close the Dremel 3D software,

click on the “X” in the upper right corner. If yo u have a mo del file open the software will ask you if you want to save your model file before closing.

Edit Menu

a. Undo – Select this option to undo the

most recent edit you made to your model file. Selecting this option multiple times will continue to undo edits in revers e order in which they were performed.

b. Redo – Select this option to redo the

most recent edit you have undone to your model file. Selecting this option multiple times will continue to re d o edits in reverse order in which they were removed.

c. Select All – Select this option to select

all of the model files that you have loaded to the 3D Build Home Screen

d. Duplicate – S e l e ct this option to

duplicate a selected model file.

e. Delete – Select this option to delete a

selected model file.

Build Menu

NOTE: The power to your Dremel 3D20 must be turned on for your Dremel 3D20 to be recognized.

a. Disconnect – Se l e c t this option t o

disconnect your Dremel 3D20 from your computer.

b. Build – Select this option to convert your

work to a buildable file. You will be asked to s ave your mode l in a .3dremel file format so that your Dremel 3D20 can begin building.

View Menu

a. Change your view of the 3D Build home

screen to one of seven viewing angles.

b. Show Model Outline – This view will

highlight the outer surfaces of your model file to improve viewing of your model.

c. Show Steep Overhang – This view will

highlight areas of your object that have steep angles that may require supports.

Tools Menu

a. Control Panel – Select this option for

manual diagnostics of your Dremel 3D20. Your Dremel 3D20 must be connected to your computer to view this menu.

b. Update Firmware – Al l o ws yo u to

update your Dremel 3D20 with the latest firmware. To update the Dremel 3D20 firmware, conn ect a USB c ord to the computer and Dremel 3D20. Click the latest version of the firmware and choose upload. The firmware will update on the Dremel 3D20. After the firmware has successfully updated, you need to reboot (turn off and back on) the machine.

Note: F i r m w a r e updates w ill b e au t o m a tically d o wnloaded when the Dremel 3D software is started. You will be informed that a new version of the firmware is available.

Help Menu

a. Help Contents – Select this option to be

directed to www.Dremel3D.com help and support contents.

b. Check for Update – Select this option to

manually ch e c k f o r Firmware a n d Software updates.

c. About – Select this option to review the

current software version you are running for Dremel 3D.

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1. Ensur e the p o wer sw i t ch is in the off position.

2. Remove the Dremel 3D20 lid for better access to extruder and build platform.

3. If build platform is installed, remove by pinching the clamp located at the front of the b uild platfo rm a nd lift ing the b uild platform off the base.

4. Mount filament spool to spool holder and secure with spool lock.

a. Place filament spool onto spool holder

with spool being fed from the bottom towards the back of the Dremel 3D20.

b. Insert spool lock into spool holder and

rotate 90 degrees to lock in place.

5. Thread filament through filament guide tube. The filament can then be inserted into the extruder intake. This will ensure the e x t r u d e r e x p e r i e n c e s m i n i m a l resistance while building.

6. Place Build Tape over Build Platform.

Getting Ready to Build

PRESS

LIFT

Observe all provided warnings and safety instructions when using the Dremel 3D20. Failure to do so may result in fire, equipment damage,

property damage or personal injury.

WARNING

End of Filament

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7. Install the build platform using the build platform clip to secure.

8. Plug power cord into outlet and turn on Po w er S w itch (Dr e mel 3 D 20 w i ll ta k e ap prox imat ely 30 sec onds to proper ly warm up).

9. Tap “Tools” on your Dremel 3D20’s touch screen then tap “Filament”, then tap “Load Filament”.

10. Insert the f i l a m e n t coming from t h e

filam ent gui de tube into the ex tru der intake (top). Tap “Next”.

11. Your Dremel 3D20 will begin to heat the

extruder. The Dremel 3D20 touch screen display will update you when extruder is “HOT” and ready to load.

12. Once your Dremel 3D20 is ready to begin

extruding, gently guide the filament into the extruder until it feeds through on its own.

Do not touch the extruder tip

during Dr e mel 3D 2 0 operation or until it has cooled down to at least 60 ° C (140°F). C o n t a c t with th e extruder tip during or after operation before tip has cooled may result in personal injury.

13. Fil a ment wil l th e n be dra wn i nto t he extruder and b e g in t o exit from the heated tip at the bottom of the extruder. After the filament has extruded from the heate d tip, press the r etur n a rrow to complete the loading process. Carefully remove excess filament without touching the hot extruder tip.

NOTE: Your Dremel 3D20 was tested by building object s be f o r e le a v i n g the factory. These test objects may have been made with a different filament color than you are using. Therefore, a small amount of filament may be remaining in the extruder. When loading filament for the first time make sure to allow filament to exit the extruder until your filament color is consistently visible.

CAUTION: Use extra care to not damage the extruder tip when clearing debris. Dremel 3D20 will not work properly with damaged extruder tip and will require replacement.

14. After filament has been loaded, ensure the extruder tip is clear of any debris. Carefully remove debris with needle nose pliers to ensure the extruder tip is clean.

15. If filament does not get pulled into the extrud er or do es not c ome out of t he extruder t i p , pl e a s e r e f e r e n c e troubleshooting section for further advice.

WARNING

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BUILD PLATFORM PREPARATION

Do not touch the extruder tip

during Dr e mel 3D 2 0 operation or until it has cooled down to 60°C (140°F). Contact with the extruder tip during or after operation before tip has cooled may result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Before every build make sure that the build platform is covered with Dremel specified build tape. Use of improper build tape may result in equipment damage and poor object build quality.

LEVELING BUILD PLATFORM

It is important you level the build platform ever y t ime you replac e t he buil d t ape or reinstall the build platform to ensure that the buil d platfo rm is even ly spac ed from th e extruder head. Make sure to remove any air bubbles from between the build platform and the build tape. Not leveling the build platform or eliminating air bubbles may cause objects to not build properly.

Wait for the extruder head to cool to at least 60C (140F) before leveling build platform. Extruder temperature can be monitored on the touch screen (See Preheat section on page 19).

1. Make sure you have placed build tap e

over the build platform. Applying build tape to the build platform after leveling may effect the consistency of your object.

2. Tap “Tools” on your Dremel 3D20’s touch

screen and tap “Level”. (See page 17)

3. The extruder and build platform will move into position to level the build platform. You will first level the front left section of the build platform. The three knobs under build platform are used to raise or lower the build platform on the left, right, and rear of the build platform.

4. Place the le v e l i n g tool between th e extruder and build platform. If the leveling tool cannot slide between the extruder and build platform, adjust the appropriate knob (turning counterclockwise) until you can slide the leveling tool between the extruder and build platform with some resistance. If the leveling tool can slide between the extr ude r a nd build pl atf orm to o e asi ly, adjust the appropriate knob (tur n i n g clockwise) until you can slide the leveling tool between th e ex t r u d e r and build platform with some resistance.

TIP: Standard printer paper can also be used to level the build platform in the same manner as the leveling tool.

5. Tap “Ne xt” to mov e th e bu ild platfor m toward the right knob and repeat step 4 above.

6. Tap “Ne xt” to mov e th e bu ild platfor m toward the rear knob and repeat step 4 above.

7. Tap “ F i n i s h” to c o m p lete t h e lev e l i n g process.

8. Repeat steps 1 through 6 above to ensure that build platform is completely level.

WARNING

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Building

NOTE: Your D remel 3 D20 will buil d te st objects before leaving the factory. These test objects may have been made with a different filament color than you are using. Therefore, a small amount of filament may be remaining in the extruder. The start of your first object may have some of this filament color until it transitions over to your filament color.

You have 2 options when building on your Dremel 3D20:

1. On-Printer Storage - On the main screen,

tap the “Bu i l d ” op t i o n . Then tap th e machine icon to select from pre-installed models.

2. Computer – B u i l d directly f r o m your

computer through the USB cable.

Observe all provided warnings and safety instructions when using the Dremel 3D20. Failure to do so may result in fire, equipment damage,

property damage or personal injury.

WARNING

STATUS : PRINTING

MOVE

ROTATE

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Building from the SD Card

1. Insert SD card containing your model into the SD port located on the right side of your Dremel 3D20. Your Dre mel 3D 20 comes with an SD card containing free model files ready to be built. Additionally, you can save new .G3Drem files to your SD card from the accompanying Dremel 3D software.

2. Ensure an adequate amount of filament is loaded (see page 25)

TIP: You can determine whether you have enough filament to complete your object before building by weighing the filament and spool then subtracting the weight of the empty spool. The Dremel 3D software will display the approximate weight of each model.

NOTE: You cannot edit model files directly on the Dremel 3D20. Ensure that you are bu i l d ing . G 3 D rem f i l e s when bui l d i ng directly from SD card.

3. Ensur e b uil d tape is applied and build platform is leveled (see page 27).

4. Tap “Build” on the touch screen, tap the SD car d op tion, and use the up/down arrows to scroll.

5. Tap on the model file you would like to build.

6. Your D r e m e l 3D20 w i l l first a l i g n the extruder and build platform. Your Dremel 3D20 will then begin the heating process which may take a few minutes. During the heating process, the extruder will reach the te m p e r a t u r e requ i r e d for pr o p e r building with PLA. Once this temperature is reached, your model will begin to build.

7. Once the object is finished building, your touch screen will display “Object Finished”. Tap the check box to confirm.

8. Wait until the touch screen indicates that the extrude r temperat ure i s “COOL” to remove you object. See section for removing you o b j e c t f r o m the build platform below fo r o b j e c t r e m o v a l instructions.

CANCELLING YOUR OBJECT ON

DREMEL 3D20

To cancel your object during warm up or building, tap the “STOP” button on touch screen. The next screen will read, “Cancel build now?” Tap the “Yes” to cancel or tap “No” box to abort the cancel command. Wait until the extr u d e r a n d b u i l d platform completely cools before reaching inside the build area.

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Building From Your Computer

BUILDING DIRECTLY FROM COMPUTER

1. Insta l l Dremel 3 D s o f t w a r e t o your computer. Se e “S o f t w a r e in s t a l l an d Registration” o n page 21 f o r details. Ensure that you have administrative rights to your computer to properly install the Dremel 3D software.

2. Conne c t y o u r D r emel 3D20 t o y o u r computer with the USB cable supplied with your Dremel 3D20.

3. Ensure an adequate amount of filament is loaded (see page 25)

4. Prepare build platform (see page 27).

5. Open Dremel 3D Software. Your computer is now connected to your Dremel 3D20.

6. Click on “Load” and select a file from the model files downloaded from Dremel3d.com o r a p p r o ved STL or G3DREM file. The object that you selected will appear on the Dremel 3D software home screen. The Dremel 3D software’s home screen i s a simulatio n of your Dremel 3D20’s build platform.

7. In the software you can view, move, rotate, and scale your object to ensure that you obtain the optimum results.

8. To prepare your model file, click on “Build” and save your model file. Imme diately after you have completed build setup and saved the file, the Dremel 3D software will being preparing your model file.

9. After your model file has been prepared, click “Build” to begin building process.

a. If the Drem e l 3D software has not

alread y detected yo ur Dremel 3D20, then you will be prompted to select the USB port being used by your Dremel 3D20. Select the correct port and click “OK”.

b. Cli ck “Res can” if the USB por t y our

Dremel 3D20 is using is no t s how n. Repeat step 10-a.

10. Your D reme l 3D 20 will fir st a lign th e

extruder and build platform. Your Dremel 3D20 will then begin the heating process which may take a few minutes. During the he ating process, the extrud er will reach the temperature required for proper building with PLA. Once this temperature is reached, your model will begin to build.

11. Once the object is finished building, your

touch screen wi l l di s play “Object Finished”. Tap the check box to confirm.

12. Wait until the touch screen indicates that

the extruder temperature is “COOL” to remove your objec t. See “Removing yo u r obj e c t from t h e build p l a t f o rm” section be l o w for ob j e c t removal instructions.

CANCELLING YOUR OBJECT ON

DREMEL 3D20

To cancel your object during warm up or building, tap the “STOP” butto n on touch screen. The next screen will read, “Cancel build now?” Tap the “Yes” to cancel or tap “No” box to abort the cancel command. Wait until the extr u d e r a n d b u i l d platform completely cools before reaching inside the build area.

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