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2.1.3 Terms
Build Plate
The glass surface on which theInventorbuilds an object.
Build Tape
The blue tape that coversInventor’s build plate so that
the object can adhere to the build plate well.
Build Volume
The three dimensional amount of space that an object
will use once it is completed. The largest build volume
ofInventor is 230*150*140mm.
Leveling Knobs
Knobs under the build platform that used for adjust the
distance between the nozzle and build plate.
Extruder
The device that draws the filament from the spool,
melts it and pushes it through a nozzle onto the build
plate.
Nozzle
Also called “print head”, which located at the bottom of
the extruder where heated filament is squeezed out.
Extruder Fan
To cool the outer assembly of the extruder and gear
motor
Filament Intake
An opening located at the top of the extruder .
Filament Guide Tube
A black plastic piece that guides the filament from the
filament box to the filament intake
Filament Cartridge
A specific box for placing Flashforge filament
Unclog Tool
A tool that used for cleaning the extruder
Stamping Wrench
A tool that used for seizing the nozzle’s metal cube