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Overview
Introducing 3D PotterBot
Super 10
The SUPER 10 ceramic 3D printer model has a more robust construction to carry the higher-volume of 3600 ml clay extruder. This large hybrid motor extruder is capable of much faster speeds of extrusion than our standard model 10. Large prints or sequential objects printing can be accomplished without changing the tubes so it is ideal for a production environment. If large prints is what you are looking for, you can also consider the 10XL, or the Scara models.
Why the Potterbot Super 10 is so Powerful
3D Potter ceramic printers use high quality anodized aluminum rails. These rails are robust and have a smooth surface, allowing for easy movement of parts while being able to withstand classroom or industrial environments.
3D PotterBot Direct Extrusion
The unique feature of our printers is the direct extrusion of real clay. Other brands use a compressed air system printing slip (watered down clay or alcohol diluted clay). The advantage of direct extrusion is printing full body clay, or other paste-like materials. All materials used to build our printers are food grade, so get creative.
10th Generation Exceeds Expectations
The unique feature of our printers is the direct extrusion of real clay. Other brands use a compressed air system printing slip (watered down clay or alcohol diluted clay). The advantage of direct extrusion is printing full body clay, or other paste-like materials. All materials used to build our printers are food grade, so get creative.
Package Contents
3D PotterBot Super 10
Package Contents
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3D PotterBot 10 Super
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Closed loop stepper on X, Y, Z, extruder
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3600ml extruder, 2 tubes
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4 anodized aluminum nozzles (standard sizes: 3, 4, 5, and 6mm)
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Parts Box: Alan key set, grease, Acme driver tool, tie wraps, extra screws
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Power Supply.
Specifications
Specifications
Printing Envelope:
X-16” (415mm)
Y-16” (405mm)
Z-20” (500mm)
Printer size:
W-26” L-34” H-40”
Operation space needed: W-32” L-40” H-78”
Bat diameter (printer bed): 15” (381mm)
Height to the top of the extruder fully extended is 78” (1981mm)
Weight with extruder: 52 lbs. (23kg)
Recommended print speed: 1.1”/s’ to 7.9’’/s (30 to 200 mm/s)
Maximum print speed: 7.9in”/s (200mm/s)
Power Supply: Output - 24V 10 amps, Input - 100-240V, 50-60 Hertz.
Power consumption: 24V ~5 amps, ~120 Watt
Main controller board running Duet3D with Atmel SAM4E8E: 120MHz ARM Cortex-M4
Full control through web interface, no apps or software installation. Non-WiFi versions are
available, please contact us if you would like this type of connection (Ethernet connection).
Helpful Resources
Support Resources
For general usage questions, contact 3D Universe:
Email: support@3duniverse.org
Phone: 800-689-4344
For hardware-related support, contact Ultimaker North America Support:
Web: https://ultimakernasupport.com
Email: support@ultimakernasupport.com
Phone: 888-229-9046
Documentation
3D Printing Resources
STL Files:
- Thingiverse: Most comprehensive site available for free downloadable STL files
- YouMagine: Another excellent site for free STL files
- Yeggi: A search engine for finding 3D printable files
CAD Software:
- TinkerCAD: A free, easy-to-use browser-based CAD solution. Great option for beginners
- SketchUp: A popular CAD software, free for personal use
- FreeCAD: A free, open-source parametric 3D modeler
- Blender: A powerful open-source 3D modeler, popular and full of great features, but with a steep learning curve
- Autodesk Fusion 360: A powerful, full-featured, browser-based parametric modeling solution, free for students and startups
- OpenSCAD: This free CAD tool uses a textual programming-style language to create solid-body objects instead of using visual modeling tools
The Pugmill
The easiest way to load extruder tubes is with a pugill. For best results, a de-airing pug mill and a double auger will give you better performance than a single auger.
Although a single auger is adequate, the consistency of the clay is more critical when it comes to loading the tubes. The consistency of the clay should be similar to standard throwing clay, but wetter. This can be accomplished by running the clay through the pug mill and adding a small quantity of water. If too much water is added to the clay the pug mill can actually not function sufficiently enough to load the tubes. This happens because the auger has no traction against the side of the pug mill as the clay mixture becomes too loose. It also depends on the pug mill and its ability to forcefully push the clay. It is necessary to have an adaptor for the nozzle of the pug mill to attach the polycarbonate tube for loading.
Recommended De-airing Pugmills
The Peter Pugger VPM-9 and VPM-20 series, which are ready-to-use with the 3D Potter machines with their existing pugmill adapter are a great option for your needs.
Loading By Hand
Using a 25 lb. bag of prepared clay, cut the clay into 4 pieces and put a microfiber towel in between the 4 pieces. Add 15 ounces of water to the bag, close the bag and make it airtight. Wait until the water has penetrated the clay, approximately one to two days. Now using the moist clay roll it into a cylinder a little bit smaller than the inside of the tube you are loading.
Put the nozzle on the tube with tape over the end and gently tap the clay into the tube. Make sure to tap the tube and nozzle on a soft surface. This is the best method to load your tubes without a pug mill.
Wall Mount Clay Extruder
We now offer an easy way of handloading tubes without the added expense of purchasing a large pug mill. Although a de-airing pug mill is by far the best way to load the tubes, this wall-mounted loader is a very good second choice.
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Purchase Orders Accepted
Purchase orders are accepted from qualifying organizations with Net 30 terms for orders of $200 or more. Email us for more information.
