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ROTARY 3D PRINT
Benefits: (see top 5 benefits Blog)
Fast
Compared to a Cartesian process, rotary printing uses far less support material and prints faster.
Stable
Stresses are directed inward toward axis center. No warping, no bed-peeling.
Unique
This is unlike any other additive process. For certain applications, this capability is critical.
Process (more details in manual):
1.
Generate CAD file of the final part
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Must be the same ID as the print bed/mandrel (can be any diameter, but must match)
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Fully compatible with multi-material printing
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Compatible with hybrid operations, with additional steps
2.
Use the Diabase Wizard to assist toolpath generation
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Automatically "unwrap" CAD file
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Slice normally in Simplify3D
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Automatically re-map onto correct machine axes
3.
Configure machine for rotary operations
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Install rotary axis and optional tailstock (30 seconds install)
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Install round stock in ER32 collet or rotary vise
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Run macro to configure A-axis for printing and auto bed levelling
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Home axis and level bed/mandrel
4.
Print then remove part from mandrel
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TPU can be released directly from mandrel with solvent and a long prying tool
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Rigid material will require a sacrificial layer - either a layer on the mandrel, or a layer of printed support material (preferably soluble)