Export / Print

To export your stl file into sliced file or to print, you will need to go through the following setup. Once setting up all items, press “Export” or “Print” to proceed.

Click on below items to read more information on each setting:

Material

Printing setup varies based on the color and material of the resin. Please set the option based on the resin cartridge installed on the printer before printing.

It is advise to include color setting in filename for instant distinction in the future.

Please note that printing will be stopped if the selected resin type doesn’t match the resin installed.

Note 
Detailed instructions on using the resins are available. To read more on the material, click below links or the bulb icon by material. 
» Nobel 1.0/1.0A - Standard resin 
» Nobel 1.0/1.0A - Flexible resin 
» Nobel 1.0A - Castable resin
» Nobel Superfine - Standard resin
» Nobel Superfine - Castable resin 

Resin Model

“Resin Model” can be found under “Info”>”Resin status” on the printer and on the serial number label on the resin bottle. For resin bottles without the info of resin model, please select “A1”.

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Layer Height

“Layer Height” indicates the resolution of a print at Z axis.

Note
Layer resolution allowed on Nobel 1.0A varies based on the total height of the object.
» 25 microns; maximum allowed height: 50 mm
» 50 microns; maximum allowed height: 100 mm
» 100 microns; maximum allowed height: 200 mm

Quality

The setting of Quality has impact on the smoothness of the surface of the printout. Printing with Good quality will take slightly longer than normal printing.

(A)Normal quality; (B) Good quality

To Printer

Printing parameters vary from printer models. Select the printer model you are going to print with.

Note
If the selected printer model is different from the printer connected, print job submission will be canceled.

Brim

Check “Brim” for the 3D objects that has less contact with the platform to increase adhesion.

Brim will be shown after slicing is finished.

Reduce Facets

Complex 3D models are composed of a large amount of meshes. Enable this function for slicing such models may save the render time as it will reduce the facets to 200 thousand elements. This function can also repair the 3D model when necessary.

Read Before Using

Read the following safety instructions and contents of this manual before use, operation, maintenance, replacement or removal of any parts, components, or materials of the printer.

Safety and Compliance

For the latest information about the Nobel 1.0A 3D Printer and XYZprinting products, please visit XYZprinting website or contact the customer service.
The instructions have been written in order to cover all possible printing scenarios. For scenarios which occur outside the scenarios detailed in the instructions, the user will be held accountable for their own safety.

Important Safety Information

– Do not let children operate this device without adult supervision. Moving parts may cause serious injury.
– Electric shock hazard.
– Do not place the printer on an unlevel or unstable surface. Printer may fall or tumble causing harm and/or injury. Also tank level detection may be inaccurate.
– Do not place any object on top of the printer. Liquid and solid objects that fall into the printer may lead to printer damage or safety risks.
– Please keep the printer, resin, or alcohol away from fire.
– Do not disassemble or replace the printer cover with non-XYZprinting covers.
– Insert and secure the power cord firmly for proper usage and to avoid potential electricity and fire dangers.
– Do not attempt to service the printer beyond the instructions specified in this tutorials. In the case of irrecoverable problem, contact XYZprinting service center or your sales representative.
– Do not place the printer in humid or dusty environments such as bathrooms and high traffic areas.
– Some components of the printer move during operation. Do not attempt to touch or change anything inside before powering off the printer.
– Please keep the lid closed during printing to avoid injury.
– This printer is a Class 1 Laser Product. A Class 3B laser module is used as a light source. Never disassemble the product.
– For optimized printing quality, only use resin supplied by XYZprinting.
– Make sure to set the power switch to the off position and remove the power cord before transporting the device.
– Only use the grounded power adapter and power cord supplied with the printer to prevent possible electrical shocking.
– Please place and use the printer in a well ventilated area. The process of printing will produce a small amount of non-toxic odor. Having a well ventilated area will ensure a more comfortable environment.

Resin Care

– Wear proper protective equipment, avoid raw material contact and vapor inhalation.
– Chemical-resistant gloves should be worn when you make contact with resin.
– Avoid exposing resin to high temperatures, localized heat sources (i.e., drum or band heaters), oxidizing conditions, freezing conditions, direct sunlight, ultraviolet radiation, inert gas blanketing.
– Never pour the waste resin back to the bottle or down the sink, as it may pollute the remaining resin or clog the drain.
– You may pour resin waste into plastic bag and expose it to sunlight or UV light source to cure the resin. The cured resin can then be discarded.
– Avoid dripping resin on anything other than the platform or the resin tank, or the printer may malfunction.
– The stability of printing quality is affected by temperature and humidity. Please ensure that the recommended operating conditions are adhered to (Operating temperature 18-28℃ (64.4-82.4℉)/humidity 40-80% RH; If a different operating temperature is printed on the label on the resin bottle, please adhere to recommended conditions on the label.)

Resin Tank Care

– Due to the nature of the print technology and material, the resin tank may develop cloudy regions overtime where the laser cures the resin frequently and may lead to print fails. Moving the print location around the platform can help prolong the life of the tank.

– Avoid printing over cloudy area in the tank. Laser power may be reduced by the cloud. This may decrease the adhesion between the model and the
platform.
– Change to a new tank when over 2/3 of the surface gets cloudy.
– Use an isolate resin tank when using resin of different colors. Mixing resin of different color may affect printing quality.
– Sift any residue or cured debris from the tank with the scraper, high-density filter or other tools. Resin can be reused after filtering.

Copyright

All other trade names and trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Basic Info

To print with Nobel printers, please first install XYZware_Nobel on your device. “XYZware_Nobel” Installer can be found in the bundled USB drive in the package of the printer or at XYZprinting website.

Note 
Login in XYZprinting member is required to download the software.

Compatible printer model

XYZprinting Nobel 1.0

XYZprinting Nobel 1.0A

XYZprinting Nobel Superfine

System requirements

Windows version   Mac Version
Supported operating systems:
Windows 7, 8, 10 Mac OS X v10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.13
Minimum system requirement:
32-bit operating system
System RAM: 4GB
Graphics RAM: 1GB (OpenGL 2.1+ compatible)
Hard disk space: 300MB and more
Recommended system requirement:
64-bit operating system
System RAM: 8GB
Graphics RAM: 4GB (OpenGL 2.1+ compatible)
Hard disk space: 1GB and more
System RAM: 8GB
Graphics RAM: OpenGL 2.1+ compatible
Hard disk space: 1GB and more

Supported file type

File Type Description
.stl The file format is native to 3D CAD software. It is widely used for 3D printing.
.3ws After adding supports to the object in XYZware_Nobel, you can save the file in this format. The support layout can be re-adjusted.
.3wn The XYZware_Nobel proprietary file format contains detailed instructions for the printer to follow for each layer. The file is unadjustable. The file type also contains the data of the targeted printer type. When exporting objects to “3wn” format, be sure to select the corresponding printer model in the settings.

LCM Menus

Most operations of the printer are activated with the LCM menus. Below is the description on the function of each item in the menus.

(A) Page 1

(B) Page 2. Press to go to page 2 on the printer screen.

UTILITIES

“Utilities” menu provides the control of the printer. You can instruct to fill the resin tank manually, and calibrate the printer when necessary.
Below is the list of functions under the Utilities menu:

INSTALL RESIN

Resin auto filling function is enabled by default. The tank will be refilled automatically when resin level low or empty is detected. You may still activate resin-filling function manually.

Before doing so, make sure the resin bottle, resin tank and the lid are installed correctly.

Select “Yes” and press  to begin:

Note
» “Auto Fill” function is enabled by default. You may skip loading resin manually when auto-fill is enabled.
» Shake the resin bottle well before use to ensure an even color.
» The printer detects the tank level after "Install Resin" is activated. Resin will be filled only when the tank level is low.

HORIZON CALIB

HORIZON CALIBRATION is for calibrate the print platform. Platform calibration ensures the platform is parallel with the resin tank for more stable printing performance. If the platform is not calibrated, objects may fall during printing.

Note
» Click here to read step-by-step instructions on platform calibration. 
» Always calibrate the platform after changing to a new tank or a tank or a platform different the one used for last print.

MOVE PLATFORM

Activate the function when you need to move the platform manually.
Simple select move the platform “to top” or “to bottom” to proceed:

When the platform has moved to the bottom or top as indicated, press  to exit the function.

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SETTINGS

The Settings menu allows you to adjust printer settings, including below items:

(A) Page 1

(B) Page 2. Press the down key to go to page 2 on the printer screen.

BUZZER

When the buzzer is turned on, the printer will output an audible signal when a button is pressed. Buzzer is turned on by default.

To switch off the buzzer: Select “OFF” and press to change the setting.

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AUTO-FILL

When “Auto Fill” is enabled, the printer will fill the resin tank before printing and when low tank level is detected. With the auto-fill function, you no longer need to manually refill the resin during printing. This is especially useful when printing large objects. “Auto Fill” is enabled by default.

To disable the function: Select “OFF” and press to change the setting.

Note
» Be sure to place the printer on a leveled surface, or tank level detection may be inaccurate. 
» Auto-fill will be switched off when the timeout expires. Timeout may be caused by an empty resin bottle or the tank level sensor soaked by resin. Please replace the resin bottle or clean up the level sensor before enabling the function.

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LANGUAGE

You may switch the display language on the printer. The default language is English.

To switch to other language: Select a language and press to change the setting.

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ENERGY SAVE

LED back-light of the LCM enhances the readability of the content of the display.

To save energy consumed, the back-light will go off after the printer idles for 3 minutes (shown as 03M on the display) by default. To set a longer time interval: Select “OFF” and press to change the setting.

A. Backlight will never go off.

B. Backlight will go off after the printer idles 3 minutes.

C. Backlight will go off after the printer idles 6 minutes. Select an option, and press to change the setting.

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RESTORE DEFAULT

All settings can be reset to factory default with a few clicks.

To reset all settings at once: Simply select “YES” and press to reset.

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INFO

Under “Info” menu, you can check the statistics and firmware version of the printer, status of resin bottle installed, and information on XYZprinting.

(A) Page 1

(B) Page 2. Press  to go to page 2 on the printer screen.

STATISTICS

In “Statistics”, you can check the accumulated print time. The accumulated working time for the printer is shown in hours.

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SYSTEM VERSION

Firmware version is shown here. To ensure optimal printing performance, it is advised to keep the firmware up to date. To check for firmware updates, please go to XYZware_Nobel.

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RESIN STATUS

“Resin Status” provides the information on resin level, and the capacity, color and material of the resin. Press  on the printer to read the second page.

A. Original amount of resin in the cartridge.

B. Resin level in the resin cartridge

C. The color or material type of the resin cartridge installed.

D. Resin Model indicates the resin version. While setting up printing preference in XYZware_Nobel, please select the correct resin model. The info is also printed on the serial number label on the resin bottle. For resin bottles without the info of resin model, the resin model is A1.

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SENSOR STATUS

When you encounter exceptional status during the operation of the printer, you may check the status of each sensor here. The information is especially helpful for troubleshooting.

The content may look like this:

How to read the status:

C: 1 – Lid (Top cover) covered; 0 – Lid not covered Z-T: 1 – Platform at top; 0 – Platform away from top Z-B: 1 –Platform at bottom; 0 – Platform away from bottom T: 1- Tank motor in action (Right side of the tank sinks slightly); 0 – Tank motor idling (Tank is leveled) L: 1 – Tank level low; 0 – Tank full or tank not installed Y: 1 – laser engine in action; 0 – laser engine idling

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HELP

The URL to XYZprinting website can be found here. You may go to the website for the latest information, product documents, tutorial video and more.

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PRINT FROM USB

Insert USB flash drive to the USB drive port at the back of the printer, and select “PRINT FROM USB” on the printer.

Press on the printer to browse the menu, and press to select a file to print.

Note: 
» Please slice the 3D model with XYZware_Nobel and save it in .3wn format. Files in other format or not sliced with XYZware_Nobel will not be shown. (Read more)
» For correct file name display, please name the file with English and Japanese (Katakana preferred) alphabets and numbers.
» Sample files are provided in the bundled USB drive. To print the sample, please slice the stl files with XYZware_Nobel before printing, or selected the sliced .3wn files.

Printer Setup

Tank Installation

Install the resin tank by pushing the tank all the way into its slot.

Calibration

Platform calibration ensures the platform is parallel with the resin tank for more stable printing performance. If the platform is not calibrated, objects may fall during printing.

Note
Click here to read step-by-step instructions on platform calibration.
•Always perform platform calibration after changing to a new tank or a tank or a platform different the one used for last print.

Resin Bottle Installation

Shake the resin cartridge for about 10 seconds.

Assemble the nozzle cap and the inner tube and replace the bottle cap with the assembled nozzle cap.

Insert the resin bottle into the cartridge slot and install the filling tubes by first connecting the black tube to the thick nozzle. Then attach the transparent tube to the thin nozzle and push the tube all the way down.

Note
“AUTO FILL” is enabled by default. The resin tank is auto-filled before printing and when resin low is detected. You don’t need to fill the tank manually.
Before changing the resin bottle, please detach the transparent tube from the cap and then the black tube.

Connect to PC

Connect the printer to your PC via USB wire.

Note
USB wire port is at the back of the printer.

Software Setup

The printing software, XYZware_Nobel, is essential when printing with the Nobel printers.
“XYZware_Nobel” Installer can be found in the bundled USB drive in the package or at XYZprinting website:

Note
Login in XYZprinting member is required to download the software.
Apply printer firmware and XYZware_Nobel updates when prompted by the software for stable printing performance.

Unboxing

Follow the video to unpack your printer.

 

Note
Keep original packaging material in the event of sending your unit back for repair.

Unlock the printer

Lay down the printer, and release the printing module locker by pushing it to the right.

Accessories

Nobel 1.0A is shipped with the following parts and accessories.

A. User quick guide
B. Warranty card
C. Starter Resin
D. Nozzle cap
E. Inner Tube
F. Scraper
G. Gloves
H. Rinse Basket
I. USB Flash Drive
J. USB Wire
K. Power Cable
L. Power Adapter
M. Resin Tank
Note
After unpacking, please inspect the interior and exterior of the printer and accessories for damage. Please contact support for any missing or defective parts and accessories.

Remove the protective foam under the platform

Connect the power source to the printer and power on the printer.

 

On the printer, select “UTILITIES” > “MOVE PLATFORM”>“TO TOP”>“YES” to raise the platform.

Remove the protective foam from the tank slot.

Assemble the lid

Assemble the top case by following the instructions in the box and the video below.

 

Printer overviews

Below is the list of the main components on the printer.

A. Platform The print bed of the printer.
B. Filling Tubes To be attached to the cap of the resin bottle for filling resin to the tank.
C. Cartridge Slot For holding the resin bottle on the printer.
D. Tank Slot For holding the resin tank.
E. Operation Panel For displaying messages and setting up the printer.

Use the operation panel

To control and maintain the printer, you will need to operate certain functions with buttons on the control panel. Here is the map of the buttons:

A. Move up along the menu
B. Back, cancel selection
C. Move down along the menu
D. Confirm selection and settings, save the settings and exit
E. Select and go to the next page
F. Back to home

校正平臺

「Horizon Calibration」(平臺校正) 功能讓列印平臺與樹脂槽保持水平,以維持列印品質的穩定。如未正確執行校正,列印物件將不易貼附在平臺上。更換樹脂槽、列印平臺或安裝新樹脂槽後,請先執行「Horizon Calibration」(平臺校正) 功能,再開始列印。

校正平臺時可搭配校正治具操作,有助於確保校正動作的正確性。

校正工具說明:
按一下這裡下載平臺校正治具的 stl 檔案,並自行列印兩份。
請使用一般樹脂材料列印即可。

平臺校正流程

在列印機螢幕上選擇「UTILITIES」>「HORIZON CALIB」>「YES」開始校正。

列印機螢幕顯示「REMOVE OBJECT FROM PLATFORM」時,確認平臺與樹脂槽中無任何固體殘留後,按 [OK] 鍵繼續。

鬆開列印平臺旋鈕左右的 4 個小旋鈕後按 [OK],並等待平臺降到底部。

將平臺校正治具置於鐵框右側定點。

同時,請確認下壓樹脂槽右半部時,黑色鐵框不會下沉。

平臺降至底部後,雙手輕壓平臺。

一隻手扶住平臺一側,另一隻手將對向的小旋鈕鎖緊後,繼續將另一側的小旋鈕鎖緊。

注意
為避免平臺傾斜,轉緊旋鈕時請務必扶住平臺的對側。

接著用硬幣或其他工具確實轉緊旋鈕。

取下校正治具後在列印機上按 [OK] 鍵完成校正,就可開始正常列印。


完整校正流程示範

注意
影片字幕如未自動顯示,請按影片底部的[cc]按鈕開啟字幕。

디자인 사양

Nobel 1.0A용 모델 디자인 사양

모델을 디자인할 때 이상적인 프린팅 결과와 디자인 디테일의 완벽한 출력을 위해,아래의 디자인 사양을 따르십시오.design spec

프린팅 재료: XYZprinting Nobel 시리즈 프린터용 범용 수지

색인 특징 권장됨
A 벽 두께 벗겨내는 동안 권장 규격보다 얇은 벽은 틀어지거나 부서질 수 있습니다. ≥0.5mm
B 오버행 각도 각이 권장 한계보다 큰 가파른 오버행의 경우 지지 구조물이 필요합니다. 지지 구조물을 사용하지 않을 경우 오버행이 변형되거나 파손될 수 있습니다. ≥20°
C 최소 수직 와이어 직경 벗겨내는 동안 권장 규격보다 얇은 그물이나 벽은 파손되거나 변형될 수 있습니다. ≥0.3mm
D 구멍 직경 프린팅하는 동안 권장 규격보다 작은 구멍은 수지가 개체안에 들어가있게 되거나 막힐 수 있습니다. ≥1.2mm
E 간격 프린팅하는 동안 권장 규격보다 좁은 간격은 붙어버릴 수 있습니다. 따라서 움직이는 부품이 움직이지 못할 수 있습니다. ≥0.3mm
F 양각 디테일 이와 같이 권장된 높이와 두께보다 작은 디테일은 프린트에서 보이지 않을 수 있습니다. ≥0.1mm
G 음각 디테일 이와 같이 권장된 높이와 두께보다 작은 디테일은 프린트에서 보이지 않을 수 있습니다. ≥0.3mm

 

참고•권장 규격은 XYZprinting 범용 수지를 0.1mm의 레이어 높이에서 사용했을 때의 프린팅 결과를 기초로 산출했습니다.•탁한 수지 탱크를 이용해서 프린팅할 경우 프린팅 품질이 영향을 받을 수 있습니다.•프린팅된 제품의 경도와 내구성을 높이려면 UV 경화기를 이용해서 출력물을 후경화하십시오.

標準樹脂 (A1)

適用機型:Nobel 1.0A

用途廣泛的標準樹脂,硬度適中,適合一般設計輸出、工程打樣。透光與不透光的多種顏色選項,可滿足各類應用的需求,列印品表面可噴塗上色,進一步擴展應用方向。

圖檔設計建議

為達最佳列印效果,設計圖檔時請參酌此處之圖檔設計原則。

後處理建議

完整後處理流程請參照此篇說明

脫蠟鑄造用樹脂 (C1)

Castable resin

適用機種:Nobel 1.0A

脫蠟鑄造用樹脂性質似蠟,加熱後無灰燼殘留,可直接脫蠟鑄造,能節省傳統工藝的蠟雕程序。

圖檔設計建議

脫蠟鑄造用樹脂性質似蠟、結構較軟脆,在列印的過程中特別容易受到分層的拉扯而斷裂。為達最佳列印效果,建議考量以下設計原則:

» 柱體厚度 ≥0.8mm

» 其餘結構之建議規格請參考這篇文章

注意
» 單一物件體積超過 60*60*120 mm 或重量超過 10g 時,較不易附著於平臺上。

列印設定建議

如同使用一般樹脂列印,圖檔具有懸空結構,或是與平臺接觸面積小時,需要增加支撐結構,確保物件能完整列印。列印軟體 XYZware_Nobel 具備「自動支撐」功能,能分析圖檔結構,自動生成支撐結構。有時候您可能會需要使用「手動」模式增加支撐,讓模型的所有結構都能完整成型。

支撐功能之使用說明請參考這篇文章

如果遇到列印失敗的情形,請移動擺放位置、調整角度與支撐結構的設定。

脫蠟過程溫度控制

使用本脫蠟鑄造用樹脂進行澆鑄時,可依照下圖的溫度控制建議操作,使樹脂確實脫蠟,確保翻模品表面光滑無瑕。burnout profile

後處理建議

清洗

從平臺取下列印品後,請以濃度 95% 以上的酒精清潔。清洗過程中,建議以撈網撈住列印品,並在酒精中晃動撈網,有助於洗淨表面殘留的樹脂。

filter

清洗後取出列印品、靜待表面酒精揮發。

注意
» 由於本樹脂性質較軟,請避免以刷子刷洗列印品,以免破壞列印品表面的平整度。
» 避免將列印品浸泡在酒精中超過10分鐘,以免酒精侵蝕構而造成列印品損壞。
» 列印品浸泡酒精後如有退色的情形為正常現象,不會影響翻模的結果。

風乾物體表面的酒精

清洗後的列印品表面會有酒精殘留,請靜置清洗後的列印品,確認酒精完全揮發再進行後固化。酒精風乾後,請仔細檢視細小結構中是否殘留樹脂;請務必清除未固化的樹脂,以免堵塞原始圖檔的設計細節。

注意
» 在列印品表面仍有酒精殘留的狀態下就進行後固化,物件表面將呈白霧狀,可能會影響翻模結果。
提示
» 列印品浸泡酒精後,顏色會稍微變淡,酒精風乾後將恢復原本的淡橘色,您可以利用列印品的顏色判斷酒精是否已風乾。

清除支撐

請使用工具剪除支撐,直接拉扯將造成列印品表面破損。

後固化

脫蠟鑄造用樹脂列印品必須經過UV後固化程序增加硬度,才能完整翻模。

使用 XYZprinting UV 固化機時,請參照此固化設定

 

樹脂保存建議

樹脂槽中未固化的樹脂應避免光線照射,可使用濾網過濾後倒入不透光的容器內保存,下次列印前再倒回樹脂槽中使用。

注意
» 建議使用不透光之 PP 材質容器保存樹脂。