robox AutoMaker User Manual
User Guide
including AutoMaker
™
Version 1.4
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Welcome ................................................................................................ 7
1.2 Learn More ............................................................................................. 7
1.3 Using This Guide ................................................................................... 8
1.4 Instructional Icons ................................................................................ 9
1.5 Typography .......................................................................................... 10
1.6 Important Safety Information............................................................10
Electrical Safety ...................................................................................................10
Operation Safety .................................................................................................11
Safety Guidelines ................................................................................................ 12
1.7 Safety Symbols and Definitions.........................................................13
1.8 Legal Notice .........................................................................................14
1.9 Copyright .............................................................................................14
1.10 Declaration of Conformity ................................................................15
1.11 Limited Warranty Statement ...........................................................16
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2.0 Overview .............................................................................. 20
2.1 Features ...............................................................................................21
2.2 Specifications ...................................................................................... 21
2.3 Minimum Hardware Requirements ..................................................22
2.4 How It Works .......................................................................................23
2.5 At A Glance ........................................................................................... 24
3.0 Getting Started ...................................................................26
3.1 Package Contents ...............................................................................27
3.2 Unpacking Robox® .............................................................................. 28
3.3 Soware Installation ...........................................................................30
3.4 Starting AutoMaker™ ..........................................................................32
3.4.1 On Windows ............................................................................................... 32
3.4.2 On MacOS ................................................................................................... 32
3.4.3 On Linux ...................................................................................................... 32
3.5 Attaching the USB Cable ....................................................................33
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3.6 Attaching the Power Cable and Powering On .................................. 33
4.0 Using Robox® ......................................................................34
4.1 Loading Filament ...............................................................................35
4.1.1 Preparing the Filament ........................................................................... 35
4.1.2 Feeding to the Head ................................................................................ 35
4.1.3 Installing the Reel ..................................................................................... 36
4.2 Unloading Filament ............................................................................ 37
4.2.1 Pause / Resume / Eject Button ............................................................. 37
4.2.2 Removing The Reel .................................................................................. 38
4.3 Filament Storage ................................................................................. 38
4.4 The HeadLock™ System .....................................................................39
4.4.1 Removing a Head ..................................................................................... 39
4.4.2 Installing a Head ....................................................................................... 40
4.5 Removing the Bed ...............................................................................41
4.6 Installing the Bed ................................................................................41
5.0 AutoMaker Soware ........................................................42
5.1 User Interface ......................................................................................43
5.2 Print Workflow.....................................................................................44
5.3 Status Screen ....................................................................................... 45
5.3.1 Connected Printers .................................................................................. 45
5.3.2 Installed Filament .....................................................................................46
5.3.3 Temperature Display ............................................................................... 46
5.3.4 Projects Tabs ..............................................................................................47
5.3.5 Current Printer Status .............................................................................. 47
5.3.6 Advanced Settings .................................................................................... 48
5.3.7 Advanced Settings - SmartReel™ Programming ..............................49
5.3.8 Advanced Settings - Head Programming ..........................................49
5.3.9 Advanced Settings - Calibration and Maintenance ......................... 50
5.3.10 Advanced Settings - Diagnostics ........................................................ 52
5.4 Layout Screen ......................................................................................53
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5.4.1 Arranging Items on the Bed ................................................................... 54
5.5 Settings Screen ....................................................................................56
5.5.1 Starting Production .................................................................................. 56
5.5.2 Filament Settings ...................................................................................... 57
5.5.3 Print Settings .............................................................................................. 58
5.5.4 Advanced Settings - Material ................................................................. 60
5.5.5 Advanced Settings - Print Profile .......................................................... 63
5.5.6 Advanced Settings - Extrusion ...............................................................64
5.5.7 Advanced Settings - Nozzles .................................................................. 67
5.5.8 Advanced Settings - Support ................................................................. 70
5.5.9 Advanced Settings - Speed .................................................................... 72
5.5.10 Advanced Settings - Cooling ............................................................... 75
6.0 Finishing Parts ....................................................................78
6.1 Removing Breakaway Support Material ........................................... 79
6.2 Removing Soluble Support Material ................................................. 80
6.2.1 Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH) ........................................................................ 80
6.2.2 High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) ............................................................ 80
6.2.3 Polylactic Acid (PLA) ................................................................................ 80
6.3 Vapour Finishing .................................................................................81
7.0 Calibration and Maintenance ........................................82
7.1 Calibration ...........................................................................................83
7.1.1 Nozzle Opening ......................................................................................... 83
7.1.2 Nozzle Height............................................................................................. 86
7.1.3 X and Y Oset ............................................................................................. 88
7.2 Maintenance ........................................................................................ 91
7.2.1 Purge Nozzles ............................................................................................ 91
7.2.2 Eject Stuck Material ..................................................................................92
7.2.3 Speed Test .................................................................................................. 92
7.2.4 Cleaning ...................................................................................................... 92
7.2.5 Print Bed ..................................................................................................... 92
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7.2.6 Build Chamber .......................................................................................... 93
7.2.7 Extruder ....................................................................................................... 93
7.2.8 Lubrication ................................................................................................. 94
7.3 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................95
8.0 Supplementary Information .......................................100
8.1 GCode Commands ............................................................................101
8.2 Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................105
8.2.1 Hardware ..................................................................................................105
8.2.2 Soware ....................................................................................................107
8.2.3 Printing ......................................................................................................108
8.3 Glossary of Terms ..............................................................................109
8.4 Contact Us ..........................................................................................121
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1.0
Introduction
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the Robox® micro-manufacturing platform and
welcome to the future of custom manufacturing!
Robox® provides you with the capability to produce three-dimensional models in
a variety of thermoplastic materials and with our HeadLock™ easy replacement
system, you can begin to explore a whole range of personal manufacturing
possibilities.
1.2 Learn More
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
soware updates.
• Quick Start Guide
You will find this in the product packaging along with the warranty
registration card and safety information booklet. It contains a brief setup
guide for Robox® to get you printing as easily as possible.
• Safety Information Guide
You will also find this in the product packaging - it contains essential
information relating to safety and certification. Please read carefully before
using Robox®.
• Oicial Robox® website - www.cel-robox.com
The Robox® website provides up to date information on available hardware
and soware products compatible with the system. It also contains contact
details, warranty information and support.
• Optional Documentation
Your product packaging may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents
are not necessarily part of the standard package.
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1.3 Using This Guide
This user guide contains the information you need to setup and use your Robox®
micro-manufacturing platform.
1.3.1 How This Guide Is Organised
This guide contains the following parts:
• Section 1 - Welcome
This section outlines all the important safety considerations, international
certifications and information on this user guide and accompanying
documentation.
• Section 2 - Overview
This section describes the features and specifications of the product, along
with a brief introduction of the printing process and overview diagrams of
the major hardware features.
• Section 3 - Getting Started
This section explains how to begin producing items with your new
micro-manufacturing platform. It includes how to unpack your new product,
soware installation and connectivity.
• Section 4 - Using Robox®
This section describes in detail how to use Robox® to produce items,
including loading and unloading filament, replacing the print head and
removing / replacing the print bed.
• Section 5 - AutoMaker™ Soware
This section explains how to use the included AutoMaker™ soware to set up
your production run. In includes detailed information on printer settings and
advanced options.
• Section 6 - Finishing Parts
This section explains how you can improve the quality of your parts aer
production.
• Section 7 - Troubleshooting and Maintenance
This section includes essential maintenance procedures to keep your
Robox® running smoothly, along with a troubleshooting guide to help you to
fine tune and diagnose any problems.
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• Section 8 - Supplementary Information
This final section contains a variety of extra information for your reference. It
includes a GCode reference, glossary of terms, FAQs and contact details.
1.4 Instructional Icons
The following classifications are used throughout this guide:
• DANGER/WARNING: Important information to prevent injury or
damage to yourself, people or property when trying to complete a task.
• CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to product components
when trying to complete a task.
• IMPORTANT: Instructions that you must follow to complete a task.
• NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
• GLASSES: Wear safety glasses to avoid injury to your eyes.
• GLOVES: When performing certain procedures, the machine may be
hot and gloves are required to avoid burns.
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1.5 Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or item to select.
Italics Used to emphasise a word or phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign
means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the
Enter or Return key.
<Key1>+<Key2> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously,
the key names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<R>
Indicates a mouse button click (le, wheel, right).
1.6 Important Safety Information
The following precautions should be made to ensure the safety of yourself and
your environment and to protect the product from damage. Please follow these
precautions at all times:
Electrical Safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the system or performing any maintenance.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Use the power supply voltage specified on the rating label. Avoid overloading
an electrical outlet with multiple devices.
• Use only the power cable supplied with the product. Do not damage, cut
or repair the power cable. A damaged power cable carries a risk of fire
and electric shock. Replace a damaged power cable with a manufacturer
approved power cable.
• Please do not disassemble the product, there are no user serviceable parts
inside. If you experience any problems, please contact your local Service
Representative or CEL Technology. See the ‘Contact Us’ section of the User
Guide / Warranty Card.
• Ensure the product is well-grounded. Failure to ground the product may result
in electrical shock, fire and susceptibility to electromagnetic interference.
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Operation Safety
• Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected to a power
supply that matches the rating label and the power cables are not damaged. If
you detect any damage, contact your retailer immediately.
• Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet or damp
and avoid dusty, humid and high temperature environments which could
negatively aect product performance. The printer is designed to work
properly at an ambient temperature of between 15°C and 25°C and humidity
of between 20% and 50%; Operating outside these limits may result in low
quality models.
• Place the product on a stable surface away from flammable substances.
• Do not allow metal or liquids to touch the internal parts of the product. Doing
so may cause damage, fire, electric shock or other serious hazards.
• Always use the product in a well-ventilated area.
• Do not use ABS plastic or its printed parts near any kind of heat source -
flames, fireworks, candles, incense, light bulbs etc. ABS will catch fire and burn
a thick black toxic smoke.
• Power o the product and disconnect the power cable from the power outlet
in any of the following cases:
• If there is any smoke coming from the product.
• If the product is making an unusual noise not heard during normal
operation.
• A piece of metal or a liquid touches the internal parts of the product.
• During an electrical (thunder/lightning) storm
• During a power failure
• When the 3D printing head is installed in the product, there are moving parts
which can cause injury and heater elements which generate temperatures in
the region of 200-300°C. Never reach inside the product while it is in operation,
and never touch the print head while it is hot.
• Always allow the product to cool down completely before reaching inside.
• Never try to override the interlock on the door which protects the user from
these dangerous temperatures.
• Contact with extruded material from the 3D print head may cause burns. Wait
for printed objects to cool before removing them from the build plate.
• Do not leave Robox® unattended during operation.
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Safety Guidelines
• Follow all safety rules in this section and observe all cautions and warnings in
this guide (and those from any additions and materials used in conjunction
with the product).
• Before using the product, carefully read and understand all the manuals that
were included with the package. Check for updated versions on our website.
• Do not modify any safety features or make modifications to Robox®. Doing so
is prohibited and may void your warranty and/or aect the safe operation of
the product.
• Use of print materials other than Robox® print materials and genuine Robox®
components may void warranty.
• Tie back long hair and loose clothing and keep fingers away from moving
parts.
• Adult supervision is required; observe children closely and intervene as
necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure the appropriate
use of the product. Ensure small 3D prints are not accessible to young
children.
• These 3D prints are potential choking hazards for young children.Protective
glasses should always be worn when removing support material, especially
PLA.
• Do not use the product to create items which may be in contravention of laws
or regulations applicable in your area.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified
service technician, your retailer or CEL Technology.
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1.7 Safety Symbols and Definitions
The safety symbols are used throughout this guide and on product warning
labels:
• Hot Surface Hazard: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
• Caution: Indicates a pinch point hazard that could cause person injury.
• Caution: Indicates an area which carries risk of electric shock -
disconnect from the power outlet before accessing.
• Corrosive: Used on materials which may be corrosive and cause harm
to skin and/or eyes. Wear protective eyewear and gloves.
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1.8 Legal Notice
The only warranties for CEL Technology products and services are set forth in
the express warranty statement accompanying such products and services.
Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
CEL Technology shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions
contained herein.
1.9 Copyright
© 2017 CEL Technology Ltd. All rights reserved.
Robox is a registered trademark of CEL Technology Ltd. HeadLock and AutoMaker
are trademarks of CEL Technology. All other trademarks are the property of
their respective owners, and CEL Technology assumes no responsibility with
regard to the selection, performance, or use of these non-CEL products. Product
specifications are subject to change without notice.
This document is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. Its use, disclosure,
and possession are restricted by an agreement with CEL Technology Ltd. per
soware copyright.
No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced or translated into
another language without the prior written consent of CEL Technology.
Printed in China.
Imprimé en Chine.
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1.10 Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: CEL Technology Ltd.
Unit 1604, 16/F Nan Fung Commercial Centre,
19 Lam Lok Street,
Kowloon Bay,
Hong Kong
UK Representative: C Enterprise (UK) Ltd.
Unit 3 Harbourmead, Harbour Road,
Portishead, North Somerset,
BS20 7AY, United Kingdom
Type of Equipment: Personal Manufacturing Robot
Model Numbers: RBX01 and RBX02
We declare under our sole responsibility that the devices mentioned above comply with the following EU Directives:
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2014/30/EU
Low Voltage (LVD) Directive 2014/35/EU
CE Directive 93/68/EEC
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
REACH Directive EC/1907/2006
Common Technical EN55022:2010 + Amendment AC:2011, EN55024:2010 + Amendment A1: 2015
Specifications used EN61000-3-2:2014, EN61000-3-3:2013
for demonstration EN60950-1: 2006 + Amendments A11: 2009 + A1: 2010 + A12: 2011 + A2: 2014
of compliance: IEC60950-1:2005 2nd Edition + Amendments A1:2009 + A2:2013
UL60950-1 2nd Edition, Dated 27/03/2007, Revision 14/10/2014
CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-07 2nd Edition, Dated 27/03/2007, Revision 14/10/2014
AS/NZS CISPR 22:2009 with Amendment 1 (2010)
FCC Title 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B (ANSI C63.4-2014)
st
Date of Validity: 1
Design and Technical CEL Technology Ltd. C Enterprise (UK) Ltd.
Construction File Unit 1604, 16/F Nan Fung Unit 3 Harbourmead, Harbour Road,
Maintained At: 19 Lam Lok Street, Portishead, North Somerset
Kowloon Bay, United Kingdom
Hong Kong BS20 7AY
Authorised Signatory : Kenneth Tam Christopher Elsworthy
Position in Company: Chief Operating Oicer Chief Executive Oicer
Signatures:
September 2016
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1.11 Limited Warranty Statement
CEL Technology Ltd. (“CEL”) warrants its systems and associated peripheral devices and replacement parts (collectively,
the “Product”) purchased from CEL or an Ailiated/Authorised CEL Reseller to be free from defects in material and
workmanship according to the terms and conditions stated below:
Warranties extend only to the original purchaser of the Product. Unless otherwise specified, the warranty on the
original Product, as delivered, extends for two years starting on the date of delivery and will only be oered with a
proof a purchase and valid serial number. To ensure your rights are protected, please check that both the warranty
card and the Robox rating label (on the underside of the machine) carry the same serial number. Ailiated/Authorised
distributors and/or resellers have the right to adjust and/or finalize the properties of the warranty, including but not
limited to the duration of the warranty, subject to local regulations. Your sole remedy as purchaser under this Limited
Warranty shall be repair or replacement as provided herein.
To preserve your warranty rights, Products must be installed in accordance with the then-current User Guide available
at www.cel-robox.com/downloads. During the Limited Warranty period, CEL or its designated representative will, at
their discretion, repair or replace a defective Product as set forth below. Service Parts and replacement Products will be
furnished on an exchange basis, and will be either new or refurbished. All replaced parts or replaced Products become
the property of CEL, and you will be invoiced for replacement parts if defective parts are not returned as directed by
CEL under this Limited Warranty.
This warranty covers all non-consumable parts while used in accordance with oicial CEL documentation, CEL
Robox filaments (“SmartReels”) and with AutoMaker or CEL approved soware. CEL has specifically tested and tuned
‘Simple Mode’ in AutoMaker to ensure reliable, repeatable and safe results using these settings with Robox SmartReels
containing oicial material profiles. ‘Advanced Mode’ is for users who are experienced with 3D printing and want a
higher level of control. The controls available in Advanced Mode can create situations and combinations of settings
which can harm Robox components or create dangerous conditions with some materials. Robox is capable of using
3rd party filaments which are not part of CEL test procedures and users are responsible for the safe use of these
materials – only those material types which are available on a CEL SmartReel are oicially supported. When Advanced
Mode or 3rd party filaments are used, aected components will not be covered by the CEL limited warranty.
Provided that you report the warranty claim within the Limited Warranty period, have a proof of purchase and valid
serial number and obtain return instructions from CEL or its ailiated/authorised representatives prior to return, CEL or
its representatives may elect to cover the cost of returned parts depending on the nature of the fault and this decision
is at their discretion. All requests for warranty support should be made through the oicial support portal at www.cel-
robox.com/support by raising a ticket. CEL will not be responsible for any shipping costs or other charges associated
with these repairs, nor for any damage which may have occurred during shipping due to poor packaging. It is for this
reason we recommend that you keep all of your original packaging materials for such time when the machine may
need to be returned. These terms only apply if CEL or its designated representative determines that a fault is present
and is not caused by misuse.
If no fault is found or CEL or its designated representative determines that the user has caused the damage through
misuse, the purchaser will bear the cost of all labour, materials and shipping. These costs will be provided to the user
prior to commencing any repairs, and the repair will only proceed once these costs have been paid. Replacement
parts independently carry a 90-day warranty from date of shipment from CEL or designated representative location.
CEL reserves the right to repair the Product with materials and parts selected by CEL or to replace the Product with
another product of the same kind/model. Any replacement product may be new, refurbished, or used, provided
that the replacement product has functionality at least equal to that of the Product being replaced. Aer any repair
or replacement, the original warranty period will continue from the end-user’s purchase date without extension or
renewal.
Consumable parts are not covered by this Limited Warranty (these include the printing head, extruder, ThermoSurface™
bed sheet, Bowden tube, filament, accessories (trimming kit, bed wipes, lubricant, tweezers, USB flash drive), power
cable, USB cable and on-board microSD card). In particular, the warranty period for the printhead is 500 hours, as
defined by the ‘Head hours’ counter on the chip of the printhead, or 100 days from the date of purchase – whichever
is greater. Warranty services may be provided by CEL, an Ailiated/Authorised Reseller, or a third party service provider
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designated by CEL.
No coverage or benefits under this Limited Warranty will exist if any of the following conditions apply:
a. The Product has been subjected to abnormal use, improper or inadequate maintenance, unauthorised
modifications, unauthorised repair, exposure to moisture, electrical problems associated with incoming power,
or other acts which are not the fault of CEL Technology Ltd.
b. Physical damage or deformation caused by misuse/abuse, falls or blows, electronic faults, broken or bent
interfaces or pins, or any other defect or physical damage to the product caused by misuse.
c. Connecting Robox to an electricity source without an earth wire.
d. CEL’s Customer Service Department or appointed representative was not notified of the defect or malfunction of
the system prior to expiration of the warranty period that was oered.
e. Parts or consumables were installed and used that were not certified or approved by CEL.
f. The machine has been operating outside of the published specifications e.g. supply voltage, ambient
temperature etc.
g. Problems not directly related to the Product itself, such as interference from other electronic equipment or
a dierence in performance to user-expectations e.g. noise from motor operation, printing speed, or odors
released during operation.
h. Damage was caused by force majeure (such as a lightning strike, fire, earthquake, floods, civil disturbance or war,
or any other event beyond human control.)
CEL will also not be liable under any circumstances for Product replacement or associated labour, loss of use, loss of
data or profits, or for any other indirect, incidental, collateral, exemplary, punitive, consequential or special damages, or
losses arising out of the purchase of the Product and/or out of this limited warranty, whether based on contract, tort, or
any other legal theory and irrespective of whether CEL or any of its representatives is knowledgeable of the possibility
of such damage. To the extent such claims are not excludable as adjudged by a court of competent jurisdiction, you
agree to accept as sole and exclusive remedy a payment equal to the original purchase price for the product adjudged
to be defective plus any necessary expenses incurred by the end-user in requesting warranty service.
SOME COUNTRIES, REGIONS, STATES OR PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
OR OF INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR THE APPLICABLE TIME PERIODS, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT LAWFULLY PERMITTED, THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY DOES NOT EXCLUDE, RESTRICT OR MODIFY, AND IS IN ADDITION TO THE STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE
TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT TO YOU. TO THE EXTENT THAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS INCONSISTENT WITH
APPLICABLE INTERNATIONAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAW, IT SHALL BE DEEMED MODIFIED TO BE CONSISTENT WITH
SUCH APPLICABLE INTERNATIONAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAW.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you might also have other rights that vary from country/region to
country/region, state to state, or province to province.
EXCEPT FOR THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, AND TO THE FULLEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, NEITHER CEL NOR ANY
AFFILIATED/AUTHORISED RESELLER MAKES ANY OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CEL TECHNOLOGY
DOES NOT OFFER, ASSUME OR AUTHORISE THE OFFER OR ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY FOR IT OR FOR ANY OTHER
WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED BY ANY AFFLIATED/AUTHORISED RESELLER OR OTHER INDEPENDENT
THIRD PARTY.
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1.12 Regulatory and Environmental Information
1.12.1 FCC Statements (U.S.A.)
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (in Title 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B - Unintentional
Radiators) has specified that the following notices be brought to the attention of users of this
product.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Shielded cables: use of shielded data cables is required to comply with the Class A limits of Part 15
of the FCC Rules.
Caution: Pursuant to Part 15.21 of the FCC Rules, any changes or modifications to this equipment
not expressly approved by CEL Technology Ltd. may cause harmful interference and void the FCC
authorization to operate this equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment. 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. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at their own expense.
1.12.2 Canada Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
• Normes de sécurité (Canada)
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe A prescrites dans le réglement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
• DOC statement (Canada)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
1.12.3 MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets)
You can obtain current Material Safety Data Sheets for the materials used in the product at: www.
cel-robox.com/materials
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1.12.4 Disposal of waste equipment by users in private households in the
European Union (WEEE)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed
of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste
equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical
and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the
time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop
o your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city oice, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
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2.1 Features
• QuickFill™ Dual Nozzle Technology
• Auto Z Height Calibration
• ‘TapeLess’ High Performance PEI Bed Material
• HeadLock™ quick change head system
• Single or Dual Extruders
• Automatic Material Recognition (SmartReel™) and Instant Loading
• Automatic Head Recognition
• Dra Blocking Build Chamber
• 2 minute Fast Heat-up Time
• Plug and Play - no set up or assembly required
2.2 Specifications
2.2.1 Physical Dimensions
• External Size (LxWxH): 370 x 340 x 240mm (14.5 x 13.4 x 9.4 in)
• Desk Footprint (LxW): 370 x 340mm (14.5 x 13.4 in)
• Shipping Box (LxWxH): 495 x 395 x 295mm (19.5 x 15.5 x 11.5 in)
• Product Weight: 8 kg (17.6 lbs)
• Shipping Weight: 9.8 kg (21.6 lbs)
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2.2.2 Temperature
• Operation Temperature: 15°—25°C (60°—77°F)
• Storage Temperature: 0°—40°C (32°—104°F)
• Max. Bed Temperature: 150°C (302°F)
• Max. Nozzle Temperature: 300°C (572°F)
2.2.3 Electrical
• Power Requirements: AC 100-250V~, 50/60Hz, 3A max
• Connectivity: USB 2.0 and IEC C5 AC Cable
• microSD Compatibility: upto 32Gb (SDHC Version 2.0) Any Class
2.2.4 Mechanical
• Build Platform: Heated Polyetherimide (PEI)
• XYZ Bearings: Ball Raced Linear (6mm and 8mm ID)
• Stepper Motors: 1.8° Step Angle with 1/16 Micro Stepping
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2.2.5 3D Printing Head
• Print Technology: Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)
• Build Size (LxWxH): 210 x 150 x 100mm (8.3 x 5.9 x 3.9 in)
• Layer Resolutions: Super (20 microns / 0.0008 in)
High (100 microns / 0.0039 in)
Standard (200 microns / 0.0078 in)
Low (300 microns / 0.0118 in)
• Positioning Precision: XY: 7.5 microns (0.0003 in)
Z: 0.15625 microns (0.000006 in)
• Filament Diameter: 1.75mm (0.069 in)
• Nozzle Diameters: 0.3mm (0.012 in) and 0.8mm (0.031 in)
• Model Materials: PLA, ABS, Nylon, PC, PET, PC-ABS + others
• Support Materials: PVA, HIPS, PLA
2.2.6 Soware
• Soware Bundle: Robox® AutoMaker™
• File Types: .stl, .obj, .robox
• Soware Compatibility: Windows (7, 8, 10), Mac OS x (10.8+),
Ubuntu Linux (12.04+)
2.3 Minimum Hardware Requirements
Processor Minimum:
Recommended:
System RAM Minimum:
Recommended:
Hard Disk Installation:
Minimum:
Recommended:
Graphics Card Minimum:
Recommended:
Dual-core 2.0Ghz
Quad-core 3.0Ghz
2GB
4GB or greater
256MB
2GB
4GB or greater
1024x768 or greater
128MB or greater memory
1680x1050 or greater
256MB or greater memory
or integrated Intel HD graphics
OpenGL v2.0 Support
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2.4 How It Works
2.4.1 3D Printing
When Robox® is using the 3D printer head, it uses a technology known as Fused
Filament Fabrication (FFF). This works in a similar way to a hot-melt glue gun using plastic filament instead of glue sticks.
The feedstock for the print head is 1.75mm thermoplastic filament which is
supplied on a reel for installing into the printer. This is then fed to the head via a
Bowden tube using the extruder, which contains two contra-rotating feedwheels
to grab hold of the filament, and push it along the tube to the head.
When the filament reaches the head, it is extruded out of a hot nozzle, which
melts the plastic and can control the diameter of the extrudate by using two
dierent size nozzles. This twin nozzle arrangement allows for highly detailed
outer surfaces of the print (those that are visible), alongside the larger nozzle
which is used for filling in parts quickly.
The printer head is mounted to a quick-release carriage, known as HeadLock™
which is constrained by a Cartesian axis system, allowing the head to move in 3
dimensions.
The included AutoMaker™ soware translates your 3D design files (in .stl or .obj
format) into machine coordinates that Robox® can understand. It does this by
‘slicing’ the 3D model into it’s individual layers, and then sending each slice (or
layer) to the printer, one at a time.
To produce a part, the molten plastic is laid down one layer at a time, and the
head moves up by a small amount (as little as 0.02mm!) at the end of each layer.
This allows fully-solid plastic parts to be constructed, with the quality of the
surface finish being determined by the height of the individual layers (quality
setting).
Robox® SmartReels are available in a variety of materials, finishes and colours
and they are automatically recognised by the machine, setting all of the
appropriate parameters for you. All you need to do is pick one, choose what
quality you’d like your model and hit print!
Welcome to the exciting world of custom desktop manufacturing!
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2.5 At A Glance
This section highlights all the major features of Robox®.
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2 X Carriage 9 Tip Wipe Blade
3 X Axis Rails 10 Reel Hub Cover
4 Print Bed 11 Door Interlock Latch
5 Y Axis Rail 12 Enclosure Door
6 Z Axis Rail and Drive Screw 13 Internal Ambient Lighting
7 Z Carriage (Right) 14 Front Tray Cover
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This view shows the rear connections of Robox® and the SmartReel™ location.
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2 USB Type B Socket 7 Outlet Vents
3 Power Switch 8 Door
4 C5 ‘Cloverleaf’ Power Inlet 9 Side Cover
5 Robox® SmartReel™
• Although there is a microSD card accessible from the back of Robox®, this
cannot be read by any other machine and is only for use as internal flash
storage - access is provided only for diagnostic/repair purposes.
• Do NOT connect the USB cable until you have completed the installation of
AutoMaker™ - see section 3.3.
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3.1 Package Contents
Check your product package for the following items.
2m USB A-B Cable
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IEC C5 Power Cable
Axis Lubricant
• If any of the above items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
• The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product
Robox®
BED CLEANING WIPE
BED CLEANING WIPE
70% Isopropyl Alcohol
BED CLEANING WIPE
70% Isopropyl Alcohol
70% Isopropyl Alcohol
NOT FOR MEDICAL USE
NOT FOR MEDICAL USE
NOT FOR MEDICAL USE
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Safety Guide Warranty Card
Set of 4 Cleanup ToolsUSB Flash Drive Tweezers 10x Bed Wipes
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3.2 Unpacking Robox®
This section explains how to safely unpack your new Robox® and get it ready
for production! Your new micro manufacturing platform has been carefully
assembled and packaged at our factory to arrive with you in perfect condition.
Please follow the instructions below carefully to avoid causing any damage.
9. Carefully cut the tape along the top of the box, being careful not to cut too
deep, and open the box.
10. Remove the accessories box from the side by pulling on the plastic handle.
11. Slide your Robox® to the centre of the box and with a firm grip on both pulp
packing trays, li out and place on a stable surface .
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12. Remove the packing tape which is used to secure the door.
13. Next, remove the 3D printed packing clip which is used to secure the
printhead, Z-carriage and bed during shipping.
14. Ensure that the head and bed are free to move before proceeding. You can
move them both by hand to check.
• We recommend that you keep hold of all of your packaging materials
should you need to return any parts to us.
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3.3 Soware Installation
This section explains in detail how to install the AutoMaker™ soware package for
controlling your Robox®. The included USB card drive contains this soware and
an electronic version of this document, as well as some sample .stl files for you to
print.
These steps may vary slightly depending on your operating system, all provided
screenshots and instructions are from Windows 8.1 for reference.
1. Plug your included USB drive into an
available USB port (drive letter may vary) choose Open folder to view files:
If this is not displayed, you can access the
drive through My Computer.
2. The contents of the drive will be displayed
in File Explorer as shown (view mode
may vary).
3. Navigate to \AutoMaker Soware\
Windows and run the installer by
double-clicking on the icon - AutoMaker-
windows-installer.exe
4. Select the installation language from the
dropdown menu, and then click OK to
continue.
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