Discov3ry User Guide

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Welcome

Software

The Discov3ry is compatible with any G-code slicer such as:

For more information visit www.structur3d.io/help

M302 - Allow cold paste extrusion M92 E(xyz) - Set extruder steps/mm (where xyz is steps/mm)M500 - Store new temporary M92 settingsM501 - Set temporary parameters to current M92 settingsM502 - Restore printer default M92 settingsM503 - Display current M92 settings

SLIC3RSKEINFORGESIMPLIFY 3DREPETIERPRONTERFACE

G-codes

At the back of the unit you will find four coloured wires which must be matched to your 3D printer board motor leads. The Discov3ry a color code that may differ from your individual printer. Alternatives included below.

NOTE: This configuration sets the stepper motor to rotate clockwise. To reverse direction, reverse red and blue wires.

Connect

Code 2

Red

Yellow

Brown

Orange

Code 1

Red

Green

Yellow

Blue

Discov3ry

Green

Black

Red

Blue

Code 3

Green

Red

Red w/White

Red w/White

Bipolar Driver

3 or B

1 or A

2 or A

4 or B

Cartridge Assembly

Female connect

Syringe

Tip

Male connect

Load syringe with paste.

Connect cartridge according to schematic on right.

Step 1

Step 2

Load syringe on to Discov3ry using two points of contact: (1) syringe grip (2) rod end

Step 3

Insert flange support.Step 4

Connect tip to 3D printer.Step 5

Custom Work

! WARNING: During experimentation be cautious with all heat sources including your 3D printer.

Depending on your personal technology, the installation will require custom adjustments. To help other makers, post your unique installation to:

www. forum.structur3d.io

Tips on Maintenance

Ensure wires are in good working order before use.

Ensure fasteners and nuts are tightened properly (2.5 mm Allen key, 3/8 bit).

Ensure flange and Allen key are installed.

Lubricate lead screw an gears with silicone lubricant PTFE grease.

Wipe all metal parts free of paste with damp cloth after each use.

Make sure paste has not dried in the tube.

For a refill on your cartridge pack visit http://www.structur3d.io/discov3ry-preorder/

Parts

FRONT BACK

Base

Motor

Motorwires

Case

Syringegrip

Rod end

Flange support

2.5 mm Allen keyincluded

Syringe Tips

Red0.25mm

Pink0.61mm

Amber1.36mm

Red0.25mm

Blue0.41mm

Green0.84mm

Olive1.54mm

POLYPROPYLENE TIPSLUER - LOCK CONNECT

COVER

STAINLESS-STEEL TIPS

Male

Female

(6.35mm length)

internal diameter

internal diameter