Wanhao Duplicator 4 Using Simplfy 3D
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Specifications
Maximum Print Size: 22.5 x 14.5 x 15 cm
Layer Thickness: 100 microns in ABS, PLA and PVA
Settings
- Device Settings: (Typically 200- 215°C for the extruder and 70°C for the platform)
- Extrusion Speeds
- Infill (Lower this for faster prints. Raise it for stronger prints.)
- Model Properties
- Multi-Material Printing: (One can add Purge Walls to help eliminate loose filament from attaching to the piece)
- Raft: (Usually a good idea to keep on)
- Supports and Bridging (Used when parts have an overhang so that the printer has a surface to print on)
- Right Extruder
- Left Extruder
Using Simplfy 3D
- After you open the software clear any models or processes by clicking remove or delete
- Click the import button to import your .stl or .obj file
- Click the add button under processes
- Name your process what you want (please do not save)
- Under printer select the Wanhao duplicator 4/4x single or dual(if needed)
- Under the additions tab, choose skirt, brim, or raft
- Under the infill tab choose the interior fill percentage
- Under the support tab choose to generate support material if necessary
Selecting the Profile
- Under auto configure choose the correct material
- Click prepare to print
- Check to ensure your model is ready to print
- Choose save tool paths to disk
- When using the Wanhao save your model to a SD card
Printing a G-code file
- Turn on Wanhao 4 with power switch located on the back of the printer.
- Insert a micro SD chip containing a G-code file into the bottom right port on the Wanhao 4.
- Locate “Print from SD” on the Wanhao’s screen and select OK.
- Use the arrows to select the desired file then press OK.
- The printer will begin printing.
Note: Remember to apply glue or blue tape, purple Elmer's is provided in the clear bins near the 3D printers
To cancel a job, push OK, locate and select “Cancel Print” and select yes.
Note: It is important that object lay flat on the bed to get a good foundation and so that the printer is able to accurately print the object.
Loading filaments
- Power on the Wanhao Duplicator 4
- Select Utilities- Filament Loading- Load Left/Right
- Wait for the Duplicator 4 to preheat
- Place spool on spool holder located behind the printer. The spool should release on the side of the printer.
- Pull out the black tube from the top of the extruder .
- Feed the filament through the back end of the tube until it comes out.
- After being preheated, push down on the black lever near the extruder and begin feeding the filament through the extruder hole
- push down the filament until the machine begins self feeding