PRIME
USER
MANUAL
AUTO LEVELING EXTRUSION 3D PRINTER
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you to dangerous voltage points or other risks.
Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel.
Please send an email to your national supplier
or contact techincal service at:
overseas@3dcubicon.com
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to a qualified service personnel:
- The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed.
- Liquid has been spilled in the machine.
- The machine was exposed to rain or water.
- The machine has been dropped or the case has
been damaged.
- The machine doesn't operate normally after
following the operating instructions.
Do not throw this electronic device into the waste
when discarding. To minimise pollution and ensure
protection of the environment, please
recycle or return to Photocentric for recycling.
Read the instructions carefully. Keep this document for
future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the product. Observe the following guidelines
when connecting and disconnecting power to the
external power supply unit:
- Install the power supply unit before connecting
the power cord to the AC power outlet.
- Unplug the power cord before removing the
power supply unit from the printer.
- Operate on a table or flat, stable surface,
ensuring that the machine can't fall and is level.
- Do not operate outdoors.
- Do not use solvents to clean the printer as
they may damage the screen.
- Disconnect the printer from AC before storage
or when not used for a long period of time.
This 3D printer is connected to the electrical
network with an input of 115 or 230 VAC,
50/60 Hz, and has an operational voltage of 24V.
- Do not allow anything to rest on the power
cord. Do not locate this product where people
will walk on the cord.
- If an extension cord is used with this product,
make sure that the total ampere rating of the
equipment plugged into the extension cord
doesn't exceed the extension cord ampere
rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of
all products plugged into the wall outlet
doesn't exceed the fuse rating.
- Use the product only with the supplied power
supply cord set.
- In case of malfunction, disconnect the printer
immediately from network.
- Do not attempt to fix this product by yourself,
as opening or removing covers may expose.
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Before you get started, please read these safety instructions.
CAUTION : CUBICON 3D Printers include moving parts that can cause injury. Never reach inside
the CUBICON 3D Printer while it is in operation, and allow time for the printer to cool down after
operation.
Do not leave the CUBICON 3D Printer unattended during operation.
Do not point sharp tools at yourself when dealing with model stripping.
During the printing process, do not have a strong collision with the printer.
In case of emergency turn off the 3D printer by unplugging the power outlet.
• The printer must not be exposed to water or rain, or the printer will be damaged.
• The printer is designed to be used in ambient temperatures, ranging from 15°C to 30°C.
• The printer is designed to be used in humidity levels ranging from 20% to 50%.
• Operating the printer outside the recommended temperatures and humidity levels
may result in low quality print models.
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Read this manual carefully,
it will bring you great convenience.
USING PRIME
THE FIRST TIME
Technical Specifications
Build size
Structure
Feeder system
Transportation
Max print speed
SW
OS
Material
Fliament diameter
Z-axis
Bed temp.
Bed type
UI
Power supply
Interface
Key features
220x220x235mm
Mendel
Direct
Roller type
150mm/s
CuraForCubicon
Mac, Windows
PLA, ABS, TPU
1.75mm
Dual
110C
Carbon glass
3.5 Touch screen
110W
USB
Auto Leveling, Wifi, Filament sensor
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The box
contains
POWER CABLE
USB CABLE
FILAMENT
CUBICON
3D PRINTER
SCREW
HEXAGON
WRENCH
FILAMENT
SHAFT
CARBON
GLASS BED
SPARE
NOZZLE
USB
SHOVEL
TWEEZERS
NOZZLE
CLEANER
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1. Filament holder
2. Filament detector
3. Extruder
4. Z axis belt tension adjuster
5. Carbon glass bed
6.Touching screen
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7. X axis roller
8. Z axis motor
9. Power switch
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10. Z axis screw
11. Y axis motor
12. Power socket
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Place the printer
components onto
a flat table. Please
handle with care.
Remove the
Remove the
protection
protection
foam and tape
foam and tape
from position.
from position.
Put the printer base on it's side. Install the Z-axis profile onto the
base. Then use 4pcs M5 x 50mm bolt to lock the Z-axis profile onto
the base.
Note : On the base there's sticker No.1 and on the tower there's
sticker No.1. So No.1 base match to the No.1 tower. No.2 base
match to the No.2 tower.
Install the
Install the
printing head
printing head
onto the gantry.
onto the gantry.
Then to lock the
Then to lock the
head with
head with
2 M3 x 6mm
2 M3 x 6mm
locking screw.
locking screw.
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3
3
4
4
9
6
8
10
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Install the filament
spool holder onto the
stand and twist the nut
to lock it.
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Install the 2 M5 x 8mm
bolts with the T-net.
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Install the cable holder
onto the right side
aluminum slot by 2 M5
x 8mm bolts.
Twist the Y axis belt
tension adjusting knob
clock wise to tighten
the belt tension. You
can check the tension
by use one finger to
push the belt. Either too
tight or too loose would
be perfect.
Install the stand
of fillament
spool holder
onto the left side
aluminum slot
by 2 M5 x 8mm
bolts.
Inserting the
block into the
middle aluminum
slot and twist the
bolt to lock it.
Twist the X axis belt
tension adjusting knob
clock wise to tighten
the belt tension. You
can check the tension
by use one finger to
push the belt. Either
too tight or too loose
would be perfect.
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LOaD THE FILAMENT
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2
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Please hang the
filament on the
filament spool
holder.
Pass the
filament
through the
filament sensor.
Press the extrution
spring and insert
the filament until
the nozzle along the
extrution.
For an easy
filament rod,
cut the end of
the filament to
45 degrees.
45°
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AUTO LEVELING THE HEATING BED
It is important to ensure the Heated Print Bed is level and set to approximately 0.1mm distance
prior to printing.
Firmware Update
1. Fit the usb included in the box to the 3D printer.
2. Turn on the 3D Printer, using the switch on the back of the Control Box
3. Tab the menu in order on the main screen
: [Setting] - [EEPROM Set] - [Revert setting to factory defaults]
Auto Leveling Setting
1. Tab the menu in order on the main screen. : [Tool] - [Auto-level]
2. Auto-leveling is performed at 16 points.
3. Test the gap with a sheet of paper.
4. Perform manual leveling with the Zoffset +/- buttons.
5. Keep adjusting and testing with the enclosed leveling paper until the proper gap is present.
CUBICON CURA SETTING
1. If the Cura was installed on your PC, delete it.
2. Fit the usb included in the box to the 3D printer.
3. Install the file 'CuraForCubicon' on your computer.
4. Run the Cura and set printer to 'Cubicon Prime – M22Z'
5. Load any file with the following extentions : .STL, .OBJ, .DAE, .AMF.
6. Slicing and saving on USB.
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Rotate
the X axis.
Lay Flat
Reset
The Rotate button will give you the ability to orient your model in along all three axes. Once you
click the rotate button, three circles will surround your model. The red circle will allow you to rotate
around the Z axis. The Yellow circle will rotate around the Y axis. The Green circle will rotate around
The Lay Flat button will ensure that the flat portion of your print is securely attached to the bed.
It is highly recommended to use this option after rotating your model in the Z direction, as it will
help prevent adhesion issues during the print.
The Reset button will return your model to the original orientation as defined by the CAD program
used to create the model.
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Using Cura
Scale
The Scale button displays the model dimensions, along with the ability to scale along the X Y or
Z axes. Anything below the number 1.0 will reduce the objects size, while anything above the
number 1.0 will increase the objects size. As a default, it will be set to uniform scaling. This will
cause the X Y and Z axes to be scaled by the same amount when you make a change to any of
them. To disable this, select the lock in the lower section of the scaling window.
View Mode
This mode allows you to view your model in a variety of different ways.
This can be helpful for spotting issues before the print even starts.
Normal
This is the standard view and shows the solid outer surfaces of the model.
Overhang
Overhang mode shows where your model may need support material. Red highlighted areas show
overhangs and more severe angles and areas where support material is recommended. Refer to
page 38 for information on how to add support material to your model.
Ghost
Ghost view mode makes the model translucent to allow you to see what is behind it.
Xray
Xray is very similar to Ghost mode. It will allow you to see into objects, ensuring that inner details
are correct.
To view the toolpath of your print head and to ensure no skipped layers or gaps, use this option.
Use the slide bar on the right hand side of the window to move up and down through the
Layers
toolpath layers.
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Enable Retraction
Retraction tells your printer to pull filament out of the Extruder upon travel moves. Travel moves
are when your print head moves from one area of the print, to another without laying down
filament. We recommend keeping this on for all filament types, and adjusting the retraction length
and speed for the specific filament.
FILL
Bottom/Top Thickness (mm)
Also known as Surface Layers; this will determine how thick the top and bottom layers are. A larger
number here will create a thicker top and bottom which can be helpful for strength, bridging, and
quality purposes. We recommend using a number which is a multiple of your layer height.
Eg: If using a layer height of 0.2mm, set the thickness to 0.4, 0.6 or 0.8mm
Fill Density (%)
This number is expressed as a percentage. 0% will give a completely hollow print, while 100% will
give you a completely solid object. We recommend 20% to 40% fill density as it is functional for
most prints.
SPEED AND TEMPERATURE
Print Speed (mm/s)
Your overall printing speed can be adjusted here. If no other speeds are determined in the
later sections your printer will automatically default to this speed. This speed will be different,
depending on what type of filament you are using. We recommend setting speed to 30mm/s.
Printing Bed Temperature ( C)
o
When using different filament materials, you’ll need to update the desired Extruder and Heated
Print Bed temperature. Any temperatures specified here will be used to automatically set both
the
Extruder and Heated Print Bed. Your print will not begin until these temperatures are met. As a
guide, refer to Table 3.1 on page 27 for temperature settings.
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Using Cura
SUPPORT
Support Type
Some models will require support material in order to print properly. This will usually occur when
an object has an angle in relation to the Heated Print Bede between 0 to 45 degrees. It is highly
recommended to orient your object so that it minimizes or eliminates the need for support.
Touching Buildplate
This causes the support material to build up between the Heated Print Bed and the object.
The red example is ‘Touching Buildplate’
Everywhere
This prints support material between the Heated Print Bed and object as well as between
the object and itself. The green example is ‘Support Everywhere’.
Platform Adhesion Type
Some models have a small surface area contacting the plate. This can create adhesion issues
causing your part to pop off at some point during the print. To fix this, use either ‘Brim’ or ‘Raft’.
Raft is better used when a model has small contact points with the Heated Print Bed and
overhangs.
Brim
Brim will create a single layer of filament, contacting and surrounding your model. This will
increase the surface area of the part contacting the build platform thereby preventing it
from popping off the Heated Print Bed. Brim will also help in situations where you are seeing
corner lift.
Brim settings can be adjusted by selecting ‘...’ next to the tab.
Raft
Raft will generate a layer of material underneath your object. Raft was more often used
before the addition of heated plates to increase surface area. Raft settings can be adjusted
by selecting ‘...’ next to the tab.
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FCC WARNING
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.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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.
To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF Exposure guidelines, This equipment should be
installed and operated with minimum distance between 20cm the radiator your body: Use
only the supplied antenna.