Folger Tech FT-5 Manual de usuario
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Table of Contents
CONTENTS
Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................................................................3
Contact Folger Tech ................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Inventory of Parts ......................................................................................................................................................................................4
Folger Tech FT-5 Parts ...........................................................................................................................................................................4
Folger Tech FT-5 Hardware....................................................................................................................................................................5
Folger Tech FT-5 Laser Cut Parts ...........................................................................................................................................................5
Printer Features & Definitions .................................................................................................................................................................12
Printer Assembly ......................................................................................................................................................................................16
1) Assemble the Frame........................................................................................................................................................................17
2) Assemble the Base Plate .................................................................................................................................................................22
3) Assemble the Top Plate...................................................................................................................................................................24
4) Install Base and Top Plate................................................................................................................................................................25
5) Assemble Bed Plate .........................................................................................................................................................................26
6) Mounting Bed..................................................................................................................................................................................27
7) Assemble Y Gantry Rails ..................................................................................................................................................................30
8) Gantry Assembly..............................................................................................................................................................................33
9) Hotend.............................................................................................................................................................................................37
10) Endstops and Belts ........................................................................................................................................................................43
11) Mounting Electronics and Spool Mount........................................................................................................................................49
12) Assemble and Mount Heated Bed.................................................................................................................................................53
13) Wiring ............................................................................................................................................................................................56
Testing and Calibration ............................................................................................................................................................................67
ELECTRONICS Check List ......................................................................................................................................................................68
Software .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 70
Connect to the Printer & Loading Firmware .......................................................................................................................................70
Verify the Endstops .............................................................................................................................................................................71
Verify Motor Direction and Homing ....................................................................................................................................................73
Adjusting Z Height ...............................................................................................................................................................................74
Verify the Hot End Temperature .........................................................................................................................................................75
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Verify the Extruder .............................................................................................................................................................................. 76
Software Parameter Setup....................................................................................................................................................................... 77
Setting Up A Printer Profile in Cura ..................................................................................................................................................... 77
Printing Settings ..................................................................................................................................................................................81
Printing Setting Definitions.................................................................................................................................................................. 81
Generating G-code using Cura .................................................................................................................................................................87
Step-by-Step Process ........................................................................................................................................................................... 87
3) Printing from an SD Card .................................................................................................................................................................89
Step-by-step Process ...........................................................................................................................................................................89
Printer Operation..................................................................................................................................................................................... 90
Changing Filament ...............................................................................................................................................................................90
Bed Preparation...................................................................................................................................................................................91
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................................................92
Check Belt Tension .............................................................................................................................................................................. 92
Check for loose screws ........................................................................................................................................................................92
TroubleShooting ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 92
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! If you are looking over this manual it means that you are the proud owner of a Folger Tech FT-5 3D Printer, which is
a powerful tool that can help you unleash your creative spirit.
Our goal as a company is to provide affordable 3D printers to consumers worldwide. On top of this we want everyone’s first printing
experience to be a great one. So this User Manual was assembled to provide guidance in assembling and understanding common
procedures while using our 3D printer. It covers everything from assembly to the maintenance required to keep your printer
performing like new.
We look forward to helping you succeed in the exciting world of 3D printing and giving you everything you need to unlock your
innovation.
NOTE: Do not soak the melamine parts in water or cleaning products. You may wipe them down with a damp rag but do
not soak them. It will cause the parts to swell and/or break.
CONTACT FOLGER TECH
We understand that manual only covers the basics of your Folger Tech printer, so if at any time you need more assistance, visit our
support page at Folger Tech Support to send us a message or give us a call at (888) 397 –8160 and we will be happy to address your
question or concern.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: FOLGER TECHNOLOGIES LLC specifically DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES and assumes no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage suffered by any person as a result of the use or misuse of
any of the information or product. FOLGER TECHNOLOGIES LLC assumes or undertakes NO LIABILITY for any loss or damage suffered
as a result of the use, misuse or reliance on the information and or product. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK: Never leave your printer
unattended. This kit involves working with 110v/220v and should only be done if you are qualified, if you are not, speak to a
qualified electrician.
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INVENTORY OF PARTS
This section lists the individual parts included in the Folger Tech FT-5 3D Printer Kit. Parts are itemized by number and
hardware is itemized by letter. It may be helpful to use these tables as a guide to help you navigate this manual.
FOLGER TECH FT-5 PARTS
Item ID
Quantity
Description
Item ID
Quantity
Description
1
4
700mm 2020 Beam
35
1
2004 LCD Screen
2
7
500mm 2020 Beam
36
1
MKS Board
3
6
460mm 2020 Beam
37
3
Endstop
4
2
500mm 2040 Beam
38
1
LCD Extension Cable
5
3
Slider Rail
39
1
Kapton Tape
6
4
500mm M8 PCR
40
1
Ceramic Screw Driver
7
2
500mm M8 Leadscrew
41
1
Filament Sample
8
6
5.0 kg/cm Motor
42
1
Spool Holder PVC
9
8
SHF8
43
1
150mm M5 Threaded Rod
10
4
KFL8
44
4
3/8 Inch Wire Heatshrink
11
4
LM8FLUU
45
1
Bed Thermistor
12
4
Rubber Foot
46
2
Green Female Block
13
2
T8 Leadscrew Nut
47
1
4pin XH (Both Ends)
14
5
20T 5mm Bore Pulley
48
1
CH2 Springs Connectors
15
2
20T 8mm Bore Pulley
49
2
Green Male Blocks
16
2
GT2 188 Belt Loop
50
2
2 Pin XH
17
3
Idler Pulley
51
1
3 Pin XH
18
4 meter
GT2 Belt
52
2
4 Pin XH
19
1
MK9
53
3
1 Meter Motor Wire W XH 4 Pin
20
1
Heat Sink Fin
54
2
2 Meter Motor Wire with XH 4 Pin
21
2
Fan
55
1
Motor Wire Pigtail W JST Connector
22
1
AL Upper Block
56
2 meter
Red 14 AWG
23
1
M6 PTFE Threaded Tube
57
.5 meter
Green 14 AWG
24
1
3D Hotend
58
1 meter
Red & Black 14 AWG
25
1
300x300 Alum Heatbed
59
2
2 Meter Green 24 AWG
60
1
1 Meter Red 24 AWG
27
1
Power Supply
61
1
1 Meter Black 24 AWG
28
1
AC Power Cord
62
1
1.5 Meter Green 24 AWG
29
1
USB Port
63
1
1.5 Meter Red 24 AWG
30
1
Power Outlet
64
1
1.5 Meter Black 24 AWG
31
1 meter
Cable Chain
65
1
1.6 Meter Red 18 AWG
32
2
Cable Chain End Female
66
1
1.6 Meter Black 18 AWG
33
2
Cable Chain End Male
67
2 meter
Braided Wire Cover
34
1
USB Cable A-A
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FOLGER TECH FT-5 HARDWARE
Item
ID
Total
Supplied
Description
Item ID
Total
Supplied
Description
A
56
M3 Nylock Nut
S
12
M4 Nylock Nut
B
26
M3 T-nut
T
8
M4x8 Screw
C
12
M3 Flat Washer
U
4
M4x10 Screw
D
19
M3 Square Nut
V
8
M4x16 Screw
E
32
M3x8 Screw
W
16
M4x20 Screw
F
14
M3x10 screw
X
2
M5 Nylock Nut
G
12
M3x12 Screw
Y
164
M5 T-nut
H
48
M3x16 Screw
Z
164
M5x10 Screw
I
6
M3x20 Screw
AA
6
Small Cable Clamp
J
12
M3x30 Screw
AB
4
Large Cable Clamp
K
6
M3x40 Screw
AC
15
Black Zip Tie
L
4
M3x45 Screw
AD
10
Printed Estop Button
M
8
M3 Thumb Screw
AE
1
Printed Endstop mount
N
4
L Bracket
AF
4
Binder Clips
O
8
Bed Spring
AG
3
Belt Tensioner Spring
P
4
Med Nylon Spacers
AH
8
M4 Set Screw
Q
8
M4 set screw
AI
2
M3 Set Screws
R
28
M4 T-nut
AJ
2
Fuse
FOLGER TECH FT-5 LASER CUT PARTS
Item
ID
Total
Supplied
Description
Item ID
Total
Supplied
Description
FT1
13
Corners (4 Bolts)
FT15
1
The Hatch
FT2
8
Corners (5 Bolts)
FT16
1
Bed Plate
FT3
1
Idler Top (4 Bolts Right)
FT17
1
Upper Panel (FR w/ Cable)
FT4
1
Idler (2 Bolts)
FT18
1
Upper Panel (FL)
FT5
1
Y-Belt
FT19
1
Electronics Box (MKS +PS)
FT6
1
Y Endstop Mount
FT20
1
Electronics Box Side (power)
FT7
1
Motor Right
FT21
1
Electronics Box (USB)
FT8
1
Motor/Right/Middle
FT22
1
Electronics Box (Honey Air Vent)
FT9
1
Motor/Right/Top
FT23
1
Bottom Panel (500x500)
FT10
1
Idler (7 Bolts)
FT24
1
Spool Holder (Circle)
FT11
1
Extruder Front Plate
FT25
1
LCD Panel
FT12
1
Extruder Back Plate
FT26
1
Idler Top (4 Bolts Left)
FT13
2
Extruder Chain Mount
FT27
1
Extruder (H)
FT14
1
Extruder (H no holes)
FT28
1
Spool Holder (T-Hut)
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1. 700mm 2020 Beam
4. 500mm 2040 Beam
2. 500mm 2020 Beam
3. 460mm 2020 Beam
8. 5.0kg/cm Motor
18. GT2 Belt
17. Idler Pulley
14. 20T 5mm Bore Pulley
15. 20T 8mm Bore Pulley
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16. 188mm GT2 Belt
Pulley
5. Slide Rail
6. 500mm M8 PCR
7. 500mm M8 Leadscrew
21. Fan
24. 3D Hotend
20. Heat Sink Fin
9. Upper Block
19. MK9
19. Drive Gear (with MK9)
23. M6 PTFE Threaded
Tube
35. 2004 LCD Screen
36. MKS Base Board
37. Endstop
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25. 300 x 300 Aluminum
Heated Bed
28. AC Power Cable
29. USB Port
30. Power Outlet
27. Power Supply
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FT23
FT19
FT22
FT17
FT18
FT15
FT16
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