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Spectrum Z™510 3D Printer Hardware Manual Post-Processing the Part

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7.6.1 Using Paraplast X-TRA Wax

Paraplast X-TRA is a low viscosity, general purpose, infiltration wax formulated to melt at very low temper-

atures (122

° F or 50° C) and strengthen parts. This material cures rapidly and enhances the vibrancy of

color parts. Paraplast is available in a case of eight 2.2 lb. (1 kilogram) bag of chips. Paraplast X-TRA Wax

can be used in both the ZW3 and ZW4 Waxers

. Read the Paraplast X-TRA Wax User Guide to learn more.

Safety Precautions

• Liquid wax is hot and may cause burns. Follow all manufacturer recommended safety precautions

for your dip tank prior to use.

• Wear gloves when handling hot parts.

General Application Notes

• Parts should be dried in an oven at 100

° F (38° C) prior to infiltrating with wax for deeper wax pen-

etration.

• If the part is bulky, you may preheat it at 150

° F (66° C) for up to 30 minutes.

• Soak part in liquid wax tank (follow all tank manufacturer's instructions).

• Remove infiltrated part from dip tank.

• Place part in an oven at 150

° F (66° C) until the wax has penetrated or melted off your part (usu-

ally around 15 minutes).

• Be aware that these are simple guidelines. Your specific applications may require additional steps.

Curing Information

• Allow your parts to cool after removal from the oven until the part is no longer warm to the touch.

7.6.2 Using Z-Bond™ Cyanoacrylate

Z-Bond cyanoacrylate is an extremely fast setting, low viscosity, general-purpose infiltration resin. This

resin is designed to rapidly strengthen parts. Z-Bond is a one part, user-friendly, no-odor, non-blooming

resin that may eliminate the need for special ventilation. This resin is easily sanded and enhances the

vibrancy of color parts. Z-Bond 100 is available in several quantities in both bottle and spray forms. Read

the Z-Bond User Guide

to learn more.

Safety Precautions

• Do not use or handle this product until the Material Safety Data Sheet

has been read and under-

stood.

• Wear lab coat, gloves (we recommend Nitrile Examination Gloves), face shield or goggles. Face

shield is required if spraying. Apply in ventilated hood.

• Specialized containers recommended for dispensing and application. System for avoiding spills:

Catch pan, waxed paper, or plastic drop cloth.