User`s manual

ZPrint™ Software Manual Setup The Build

11/30/09

4. ZPrint generates the base. Because a solid base is heavy, it is recommended that you justify the part

placement to the bottom of the Build Bed, so it is resting on the Build Bed platform and not on powder.

5.17 Make Fixture

5.17.1 Overview

A Fixture is a grid-shaped object with a top surface between the bottom-most surface of the part (without

actually touching the part) and the bottom of the Build Bed. Generate a Fixture for an entire part, or for a

portion of a part, that needs additional support.

ZPrint evaluates the part geometry and generates the smallest Fixture necessary, with minimum use of

materials. Fixtures also provide these benefits:

• Supports parts during automatic powder removal cycle. (ZPrinter 650 and 450 only)

• Keeps multiple parts from bumping into each other, or into the Build Bed walls, during automatic

powder removal (when used with the Make Bumper option). (ZPrinter 650 and 450 only)

• Supports delicate, thin parts for easy removal from the printer and handling during post-process-

ing.

• An option for creating Fixtures with holes to allow powder that is trapped between the part and the

Fixture to escape.

• Increases accuracy in the Z-Axis for parts with large overhangs.