Formlabs Form 4B - Preparation and Setup; Location and Environs; Networking; Unboxing the Printer

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4. Preparation and setup
4.1 Location and environs
Prepare a space to install and operate the Form4B and house the necessary accessories
and consumables.
• Choose a location separate from any machinery or tooling that generates dust or sparks,
such as wood or metal working equipment.
• Ensure that the workspace meets the following requirements:
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Dry, indoor location
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Low ambient humidity
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Temperature of 18–28 °C (64–82 °F)
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Mains supply voltage fluctuations ≤ 10%
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Position the device so that it is easy to operate the power switch of the unit.
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Dedicate a power outlet and circuit to the device capable of delivering 4.8 A of current
at 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
• Reserve the following minimum dimensions for the most convenient access:
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Form4B: 40.7 × 47.8 × 84.4 cm (16.04 × 18.8 × 33.2 in)
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Form4B Finish Kit: 55 × 85 × 90 cm (21.7 × 33.5 × 35.4 in)
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Additional space for other post-processing tools (e.g., Form Wash, Form Cure, or
Formlabs-approved third-party devices)
• Purchase additional supplies:
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Isopropyl alcohol (90% or higher) and/or tripropylene glycol monomethyl ether
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Low-fiber paper towels
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Non-abrasive microfiber cloth
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Non-reactive nitrile gloves
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PEC*PADs
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Safety glasses
4.2 Networking
For uploading prints to the Form4B and remotely monitoring the printer, ensure that the
Form4B maintains a constant connection to a secure network. Refer to section 4.6 Connecting
the printer to a network for more information. For detailed guidance and visual assistance,
visit support.formlabs.com.
4.3 Unboxing the printer
Prior to unboxing the printer, prepare a suitable workspace according to section 4.1 Location
and environs. For detailed guidance and visual assistance, visit support.formlabs.com.
4.3.1 Form4B package
The standard Form4B package ships with multiple boxes: the Form4B printer, Form4B Finish
Kit, resin tank, resin cartridge, and build platform. Additional resin cartridges and accessory
boxes ship separately from the Form4B’s packaging.