Waste Disposal
Fully cured 3D prints can be disposed of as ordinary office trash. However, special care is required when handling printer waste (uncured printing material).
Printing Materials
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When removing the waste cartridge/container from the printer, wear neoprene or nitrile gloves. |
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To prevent liquid waste from splashing into the eyes, wear safety goggles. |
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Liquid waste from the printer is classified as hazardous industrial waste. Therefore, printing-material waste must be packaged and disposed of in a manner that prevents human contact with it and contamination of water sources. |
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Empty model-material and support-material cartridges contain residue of their contents. Some leakage of this residue may occur through the broken cartridge seal. Therefore, handle and store empty cartridges with care. |
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Do not attempt to reuse empty cartridges, and do not puncture them. |
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Dispose of used cartridges and waste containers in accordance with local regulations. |
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Discard contaminated clothing, shoes, empty containers, etc., in accordance with any applicable regulations. |
UV Lamps
UV lamps used by the printer to cure printing materials contain a small amount of mercury, and are considered “Universal Waste.” Recycle or discard used lamps in accordance with applicable regulations.
Broken lamps:
After ventilating the area, use protective gloves and carefully remove spilled mercury with a method that prevents the generation of mercury vapor, such as a syringe, packing tape or paper. Place the broken lamp, mercury and contaminated materials in an air-tight, non-metallic container. Dispose of the container in accordance with applicable regulations.
