FDM - How do I connect to the printer with Insight/Catalyst/GrabCAD Print?
Insight: Open Control Center and click on “Manage FDM Systems”. When the dialogue box opens, click on “Add Manually…”. Enter the IP address of the system.
Catalyst EX: is similar to Control Center. Once it is open click “Manage FDM Systems”. Then click on “Add Manually…".
GrabCAD: Open GrabCAD Print and click the down arrow at the bottom right hand corner next to the print button to open the Printer Dialogue window. In the window, under the Printers list, scroll until you see Connect to a Printer via IP. In the IP Address box, enter the IP address of the printer you would like to connect to.
FDM - How do I move the printer?
Fortus 360mc, 400mc, 380mc and 450mc have four stabilizer feet at the bottom corners. Loosen the lock nuts and rotate the stabilizer feet to lift them up into the system until the printer is resting on the four castors near the stabilizing feet. The system can now be pushed across the floor.
FDM - How do I set tip wipe height?
Fortus 380mc and 450mc. See user guide, “Adjusting Tip Wipe Heights”. It can be downloaded from Stratasys Support Center.
FDM - How to pull a configuration file
If using Control Center or Catalyst EX:
Click on the services tab and then click on the export configuration button. A window will pop up asking where to save the file. Select a save location for the file and click Save.
If using GrabCAD Print:
Open the printer dialogue window by clicking on the down arrow next to print at the bottom right hand corner. Find the printer you want to download the CFG file from and click on the gear icon next to it. Click on Settings button. Then click on Export Printer Configuration button at the bottom. A pop-up window will display asking where to save it. Select a save location for the file and click Save.
FDM - I came in and found the machine powered off when it’s supposed to be on.
Check for proper incoming power to the system and if it is within specification. If there is good incoming power verify the circuit breaker is in the ON position. If there is a rocker switch verify that it is also in the ON position. For systems that have a thermal fuse with a manual reset, first move the system breaker to the OFF position and then press the reset button on the thermal fuse. Now set the breaker back to the ON position and attempt to power on the system.
FDM - Lost power/ print job paused/ error message displayed. Can my build be recovered?
Unfortunately no, the job build cannot be recovered. It is possible to build the upper half if you can determine what slice height it is at. Then glue the two halves together.
FDM - Material canister not recognized
Make sure that the material canister is installed correctly. Reseat the material canister or, if necessary, replace it.
P3 - Part geometry does not print perfectly when using material a certain material
Refer to the material processing guide for hat material.
P3 - The build job stops before it is complete
Perform the following steps:
- Check the tray sheet and replace if necessary.
- Switch from the current build profile to a more conservative profile (if available).
P3 - The completed build has surface quality issues
Perform the following steps:
- Check the tray sheet and replace if necessary.
- Refer to the Troubleshooting chapter in the Origin One user guide.
P3 - The print head is stuck
Refer to the Stuck Build Head Mitigation Procedure in the Origin One user guide.
P3 - The tray sheet looks cloudy/wrinkled/odd
FDM - Material cannot be loaded
Make sure that the material is installed correctly. Clear any existing obstructions in the filament path to the Y block or to the print head.
FDM - Material cannot be unloaded
Make sure that the material is not jammed at the print head. If necessary, clear the material obstructions.
FDM - Material is jammed at the tip of the print head
Unload material.
From Maintenance mode, heat up the print head tip, and manually clear the remaining material from the print head.
FDM - Model does not stick to modelling base
Replace the modelling base and reprint. If necessary, perform a Z calibration and an Auto Tip-to-Tip calibration.
FDM - Model surface is rough
Make sure that the tip wipes are properly adjusted. If necessary, try printing again with new/different material.
FDM - My material keeps getting wet what can I do to avoid that?
Recommendations for properly storing material canisters can be found in the systems User Guide. User Guides are available and can be downloaded from Stratasys Support Center.
For cannisters of material that show signs of moisture, seal the material in a large moisture resistant zip lock bag with desiccant packs. It can take several days to a week depending on the amount of moisture in the material, the amount of desiccant added to the bag and the quality of the zip lock bag.
FDM - My part is lifting off the tray/sheet what should I do?
Model does not stick to modelling base:
Replace the modelling base and reprint. If necessary, perform a Z calibration and an Auto Tip-to-Tip calibration.
FDM - My printer displays a “check dryer system” what should I do?
Locate the air pressure gauge and verify that the PSI reading at the gauge is within specification for your system. If the gauge reading is out of specification and your system is equipped with an air pressure regulator, adjust the knob on the regulator until the pressure gauge reading is within specification. If it does not increase and your system uses shop air, check the incoming air to your system. Check for any leaks around fittings and tubes. If the gauge displays a value that is within specification for your system and the “check dryer system” message is displayed, there could be a problem with the air pressure sensor switch which will require replacement of the sensor.
FDM - My printer failed to load/unload material what can I try?
Material cannot be loaded:
Make sure that the material is installed correctly. Clear any existing obstructions in the filament path to the Y block or to the print head.
Material cannot be unloaded:
Make sure that the material is not jammed at the print head. If necessary, clear the material obstructions.
FDM - My printer won’t turn on what should I do?
Check for proper incoming power to the system and if it is within specification. If there is good incoming power verify the circuit breaker is in the ON position. If there is a rocker switch verify that it is also in the ON position. For systems that have a thermal fuse with a manual reset, first move the system breaker to the OFF position and then press the reset button on the thermal fuse. Now set the breaker back to the ON position and attempt to power on the system.
FDM - Print job pauses during printing
FDM - Spare parts purchase or service for my small box printer.
Call your local reseller for price quotes and onsite services. If you do not know who is your local reseller, please find your system serial number and call Stratasys technical support. They can look up the serial number to see who is your local reseller.
FDM - System is displaying an error code on the screen
Write down the error code and call your local reseller or Stratasys technical support. You may also want to download the configuration(CFG) file if you are able to connect to the system. Technical support may ask for this file for further analysis.
FDM - System keeps pausing and don’t know why
FDM - Print job pauses during printing: Resume the print job.
Fortus 360mc and 400mc: Press the help button on the keypad. It will display a message why the system is pausing. It might also provide a corrective action.
Fortus 900mc and F900: Check the message at the bottom of the touchscreen. It might indicate why it is pausing. Press the health icon. Check which item has a red status that needs to be resolved.
Fortus 380mc and 450mc: Press the system state icon in the upper right-hand corner of the screen. A message may be displayed that explains why it is pausing.
FDM - There is no material coming out of my tip what should I check?
FDM - Material is jammed at the tip of the print head:
Unload material.
From Maintenance mode, heat up the print head tip, and manually clear the remaining material from the print head.
The system user guide has a section for troubleshooting, “Finding a Remedy”. You can find a section for loss of extrusion. The user guide can be downloaded from the Stratasys Support Center.
FDM - Unable to print readable calibration job. What to do next?
Unload the materials. Re-seat the tips, make sure they are fully inserted and in the correct orientation. Check and clean the tip sensor. Perform auto tip calibration, load materials and then perform the tip offset calibration.
FDM - "Vacuum Lost" error message
Clean the build platform from particles and obstructions, and clear the vacuum filter.
FDM - What calibrations are needed at what intervals and how do I read them?
A calibration should be performed every time a tip is replaced or removed. Run auto tip calibration first followed by the tip offset calibration to fine tune. Another time to perform tip calibration is when part quality is poor. Refer to your system user guide for instruction on how to perform and read the tip offset calibration. It can be downloaded from Stratasys Support Center.
FDM - What should I do if I insert a canister and the machine does not accept the material?
Material canister not recognized:
Verify the material is compatible with your system. Some systems require that you purchase the material option and have it enable to be able to use it. Verify that the material canister is installed correctly. Reseat the material canister or, if necessary, replace it.
FDM - What tip, material, support, build sheet do I use for x?
See your system’s user guide, “Tip compatibility and selection”. User Guides are available and can be downloaded from Stratasys Support Center. The build sheet has a label on it indicating what materials should be used for.
FDM - Where can I download the latest version of software/firmware?
The various software can be downloaded from Stratasys Support Center website. The F123 Series firmware can also be downloaded from this site. Currently, the firmware for other systems require that you send an e-mail email request to support@stratatsys.com or call Stratasys technical support at 1-800-801-6491.
PolyJet - Bumper error message
- Make sure that the room temperature is between 18°C to 25°C.
- Turn on the UV cooling fans and make sure that fans are turning.
- Perform a Weight test.
PolyJet - How do I correct a print job that is shifted along the Y-axis beyond the tray boundaries?
Cause: This might occur when a print job is on a full tray and is sent to print without using the Arrange this Tray option in GrabCAD Print.
Solution: In GrabCAD Print, use the Arrange this Tray option to prevent the shifting of the printed job along the Y-axis.
PolyJet - Which printers does GrabCAD Print support?
- Printers that can run GrabCAD Print:
- Stratasys J7-Series (J700, J720, J735, J750, J750 DAP)
- J8-Series (J826, J835, J850)
- J55
- Objet 260/350/500 Connex3
- Objet1000 Plus
- Desktop Printers V3 and V5 (except for Objet24 and Dental printers)
- *GrabCAD support ended for Windows 7 after GCP version 1.37
- Printers that cannot run GrabCAD Print:
- Eden/Connex (260, 333, 350, 500)
- Eden 260VS and Dental Advantage
- Objet 260 Dental and Dental Selection
- Objet 500 Dental Selection
- Objet 260/350/500 Connex 1 and 2 (only Connex 3 systems can use GrabCAD Print)
- Desktop V2, all
For more information on supported printers, visit: https://help.grabcad.com/article/223-setting-up-your-polyjet-printers-for-grabcad-print
PolyJet - "Cartridge Weight" error message
Run the Load Cell Calibration wizard (Options menu > Wizards).
PolyJet - How do I dispose of my waste containers/empty resin containers?
PolyJet - How many cleaning cartridges are needed to shut down my printer?
- Eden/Connex/Objet (260/350/500) – one model, one support
- Objet C3 (260/350/500) – three model, one support.
- J Series – at minimum, three model, one support (recommended four model, two support)
PolyJet - I would like to get a quote for a contract/renewal/recertification
PolyJet - If I need parts for my machine where do I order them?
PolyJet - Material cartridge is not identified
Remove the cartridge and reload it. If the issue continues, use a different material cartridge and try again.
PolyJet - Material leakage on the build tray
- Check the vacuum level in the printer software.
- If the vacuum levels are OK, check the roller scraper and clean the roller waste collector.
PolyJet - MCB error message
Run the Built-in Tests (Options menu). The tests will identify which axis is experiencing technical issues. Save the test results and the file to the Technical Support Center
PolyJet - Model is not completely cured or seems melted
Inspect the UV lamp assembly and run the UV Calibration wizard (Options menu > Wizards).
Polyjet - Part Quality is poor
Clean the print heads and perform a Pattern test to check the condition of the print heads.
PolyJet - Print job cannot be sent to the printer
- Restart the printer and host PC and try to resend the print job.
- If the issue continues, check the IP address of the printer computer and run a Ping test from the host PC to check the communication between the printer computer and the server computer.
PolyJet - "Print Job Stopped by Internal Computer (Objet Studio)" error message
Restart the host PC and resume the print job.
PolyJet - "Vacuum Out of Range" error message
- To avoid leakage on the tray, move the tray to the Purge position (Options menu > Go to Purge Position)
- Check the value of the vacuum level in the printer software and report it to the technical Support Center.
PolyJet - What is my printer’s expected end of life/service?
PolyJet - What material can my machine run?
- Check in the printer software: Help > HASP > Current Data (version of software will limit the materials)
PolyJet - What’s the difference between SUP705 and SUP706?
PolyJet – When shutting the printer down for more than 30 days, how many cleaning fluid cartridges are needed to run the Shutdown wizard?
The following cartridges are required:
- J700 Dental printers – 2 Model cleaning-fluid cartridges, and 3 Support cleaning-fluid cartridges.
- All other J7 Series printers – 3 Model cleaning-fluid cartridges, and 1 Support cleaning-fluid cartridges.
- Objet260/350/500 Connex 123 printers – 3 Model cleaning fluid cartridges, and 1 Support cleaning fluid cartridge.
- J8 Series printers – 4 cleaning fluid cartridges.
- J5 Series printers – 6 cleaning fluid cartridges.
- J3 Series printers – 4 cleaning fluid cartridges.
PolyJet - Where can I find the SDS for my material?
PolyJet - Where do I go to order materials?
PolyJet - Who do I contact to get parts built?
PolyJet - Who do I contact to start a material return/material exchange?
- For help troubleshooting any issues, please contact us at 800-801-6491
- For returns or exchanges that don’t require troubleshooting, you can email us at RMA@stratasys.com
PolyJet - Objet Studio Freezes or Crashes with Windows 10
Objet Studio version 9.0.10.19 sometimes crashes or freeze after upgrading to Windows 10.
This can be fixed by adjusting the firewall settings, as follows.
To download the illustrated manual, click here.
- From the Start menu, click the Settings icon, and search for Firewall.
- From the Firewall & network protection window, select Advanced Settings.
- From the side menu, select Inbound Rules.
- Select New Rule.
The wizard will now guide you through each step for setting a new rule. - In the Rule Type step, select Custom and click Next.
- In the Program step, select All programs and click Next.
- In the Protocol and Ports step, select Any and click Next.
- For Scope, Local IP address, select These IP addresses and click Add.
- Enter the following IP address ranges 10.10.20.1 - 10.10.20.2, as shown below, and click OK.
- Repeat steps 8 and 9 for the remote IP address.
- When done, click Next.
- For Action, select Allow the connection and click Next.
- In the Profile step, make sure that all profiles are selected and click Next.
- Name the rule you just created (optional) and select Finish.
- Repeat the same process for Outbound Rules.
If the issue continues, please contact your local technical Support Center.
PolyJet 3DFashion - Before printing my design, how can I verify that the fabric and printing materials are suitable for the 3D print?
PolyJet 3DFashion - Can I print on netting (or mesh) fabric?
PolyJet 3DFashion - During fabric placement, when should I use double-sided adhesive tape between the build tray and the fabric?
Use double-sided adhesive tape when printing with flexible materials (Agilus30).
Note: It is recommended to use double-sided adhesive tape when printing with rigid or flexible materials to reduce the likelihood of the following effects:
- fabric rippling - might occur when using elastic fabrics that are stretched too much.
- fabric curling - might occur when printing large solid (unsegmented) prints with more than 20 mm between the extreme points. This can cause damage to the print and printer.
- fabric lifting - might occur for large, flat, flexible prints.
For more information about double-sided adhesive tape, refer to “Preparing the Build Tray for Printing on Fabric” in the User Guide.
PolyJet 3DFashion - How can I prevent color bleeding on the back of my 3D print?
Possible cause:
- The printing material penetrates the fabric and causes color bleeding on the back surface.
Troubleshooting options:
PolyJet 3DFashion - How can I prevent deformations of the 3D print?
Some possible causes:
- The printing material might be absorbed into the fabric in such a way that it causes the effect of sinking walls or other deformities.
Troubleshooting options are: - The accuracy of the tray height calibration (Z-Start) can cause quality issues such as deformities and breaks in the 3D print. This indicates that the Z-Start needs to be recalibrated to correct the tray height.:
- To correct the problem, recalibrate the tray height (Z-Start).
- Increase the adhesion layer thickness.
PolyJet 3DFashion - How can I prevent tackiness of 3D prints?
Possible cause
- Printing with flexible printing materials can cause tackiness on 3D prints.
Troubleshooting
- Print the Fabric Analyzer, select different materials, and follow instructions as described in the relevant best practice guide Printing on Fabric with J850 TechStyle - EN PolyJet Best Practice.
- In J850 TechStyle printers, you can prevent this by using the Flex Touch coating option in GrabCAD Print. Selecting the Full coating option applies the coating layer to the top surface and in between the elements of the print.
Note: This might cause fabric wetting for segmented and dense prints.
PolyJet 3DFashion - How can I prevent wetting marks on the fabric around the 3D print or behind it?
Possible causes:
- Flex Touch coating is applied in between the elements and the contact area between the Flex Touch coating and the fabric surface is increased.
- Troubleshooting:
To reduce wetting marks, use the Flex Touch coating option in GrabCAD Print and select Smart coating option. This applies a coating layer only to the top surface of the elements.
- Fully Segmented geometry
- Troubleshooting:
Use a partially segmented geometry
- Sparse Geometry- The design has a few elements that are not close together.
- Troubleshooting:
Use a dense geometry design (many elements that are close together).
For information about best practices, refer to Printing on Fabric with J850 TechStyle - EN PolyJet Best Practice.
PolyJet 3DFashion - How do I correct the color of a 3D print that did not come out as expected?
When color accuracy is an issue, the possible causes may be:
- The elements in your design may be too thin.
Elements that are less than 1.0–mm thick do not print with a white core (if selected). If you use vivid colors only, these elements may appear transparent.
Troubleshooting options: - The color is out of gamut and the preview of the selected color is not the same as the actual color.
Troubleshooting options: - In the design software, select colors for your design that do not shift too much across color gamuts and are within the printer color gamut in your design.
For more details, see the following resources:
PolyJet 3DFashion - How do I maintain the design dimensions and reduce fabric rippling?
Possible cause
Stretching an elastic fabric can cause rippling and affect the design dimensions.
Solution:
Use double-sided adhesive tape to secure the fabric to the build tray.
For more information about double-sided adhesive tape, refer to “Preparing the Build Tray for Printing on Fabric” in the User Guide.
PolyJet 3DFashion - How do I reduce the likelihood of fabric lifting?
Possible cause
- Fabric lifting might occur for large, flat, flexible prints.
Troubleshooting
To reduce this effect, do either of the following:
- Add double-sided adhesive tape when you place the fabric on the build tray.
For more information about double-sided adhesive tape, refer to “Preparing the Build Tray for Printing on Fabric” in the User Guide. - Add an adhesion layer using VeroClear™ or Digital Material RGD-FT-001-DM printing material between the fabric and the printed design.
The adhesion layer reduces color bleed in the fabric, ensures that the pattern adheres to the fabric, and can improve the surface quality of flat prints.
For information about best practices, refer to Printing on Fabric with J850 TechStyle - EN PolyJet Best Practice.
PolyJet 3DFashion - What size fabric is supported when printing on fabric?
For J850 TechStyle printer:
- Minimum size: 510 mm x 410 mm
- Maximum size: 2 m x 2 m
- Recommended fabric thickness is 0.2–3.0 mm
For J850 Prime FabriX printer:
- Size: 510 mm x 410 mm
- Recommended fabric thickness is 0.5-2.0 mm
SAF - How do I adjust the shrink factors for my builds?
Perform Thermal Calibration.
SAF - How do I clean the heads?
Run Full Black image test.
SAF - How much air should my air extractor be displacing for the printer?
200 m3/h to 250 m3/h (118 CFM to 147 CFM) measured at the printer output while in operation.
SAF - What is the daily maintenance routine?
Cleaning Infrared (IR) Lamps #1, #2, and #3.
Perform Cleaning wizard after each build.
SAF - What is the recommended powder mixture?
70% Used Powder, 30% Virgin Powder.
SAF - What is the recommended room temperature and humidity for usage of the machine?
Temperature 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F).
Relative humidity 40% to 55%.
SAF - When should I replace the roller scraper?
When damaged (Remove roller scraper for PA11 printers).
SAF - When should I replace the sled lamps?
Stereolithography - Having trouble printing large parts. What should I do?
Parts with large dimensions in X can cause the recoater to become starved of resin. Check that the vacuum level is in the middle and adjust as needed. Also, orient the part to minimize the width in X while avoiding having the parts perfectly perpendicular to the recoater.
Stereolithography - I am getting a streak through the part in the Y direction. What should I do?
Inspect and clean the recoater blade.
Stereolithography - Parts are often totally failing. What should I do?
Check recoater blade gap. See the User Guide for instructions.
Stereolithography - The reservoir is taking a long time to fill. What should I do?
The peristaltic pump tubing may have flattened out. See the User Guide for instructions. This is also replaced during preventative maintenance visits.
Stereolithography - What do I need to maintain my filled material?
- Mix the re-fill material before every build.
- Mix the vat after every build that takes longer than 12 hours.
- Mix the material every 72 hours, regardless of usage.
Stereolithography - What is the accuracy of the printer?
For the NEO800 on part dimensions less than 100mm it is +/- 0.1mm and for greater than 100mm it is +/-0.15mm.
For the NEO450s & NEO450e it is +/-0.1mm regardless of dimensions of the part.
Stereolithography - What is the beam size and layer resolution of the printer?
The NEO450e has a beam size of 250µm and layer resolution of 50 to 200 µm.
The NEO450s has a beam size of 80-750µm and layer resolution of 50 to 200 µm.
The NEO800 has a beam size of 150-600µm and layer resolution of 50 to 200 µm.
Stereolithography - What is the build volume of the printer?
For the NEO800 with a Full/Half/Quarter Vat the volume is 800m x 800mm x 600/300/120mm respectively.
For the NEO450s & NEO450e with a Full/Half/Quarter Vat the volume is 450mm x 450mm x 400/200/50mm respectively.
Stereolithography - What is the laser power of the printer?
The NEO800 and NEO450s are both 2W lasers and the NEO450e is a 1W laser.
Stereolithography - What is the Resin Viscosity Check for?
To monitor changes over time in the resin as it can degrade depending on use and environmental factors. Weekly checks are needed to accurately determine when a change has occurred as the starting viscosity is not universal for all material. If you notice a change, please contact Support to get assistance in resolving the degradation.