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Always be sure of what material you are using, and what will be off-gassed.
Always be sure of what material you are using, and what will be off-gassed.
Our current price list can be found '''[http://hyrel3d.net/pdfs/Hyrel_Pricelist.pdf here]'''.


== '''Software and Firmware''' ==
== '''Software and Firmware''' ==
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=== '''Printers''' ===
=== '''Printers''' ===


As of May, 2017, Hyrel Printers are available in the following models: [[Hydras]] are our larger, gantry models; [[Systems]] are our tabletop, enclosed models; and [[Engines]] are the smaller, unenclosed models - available in Standard Resolution (SR) and High Resolution (HR, for bioprinting) versions.  
Hyrel Printers are available in the following models: [[Hydras]] are our larger, gantry models; [[Systems]] are our tabletop, enclosed models; and [[Engines]] are the smaller, unenclosed models - available in Standard Resolution (SR) and High Resolution (HR, for bioprinting) versions.  


All models use our Repetrel software and any slicer (Slic3r support provided). Each model comes with a Windows PC, either tablet or full desktop style. We operate our print heads via CANbus.
All models use our Repetrel software and any slicer (Slic3r support provided). Each model comes with a Windows PC, either tablet or full desktop style. We operate our print heads via CANbus.


==== Comparison ====
==== Comparison ====
The following chart compares and contrasts the various models:


{| border="1" class="wikitable" style="text-align: center"  
{| border="1" class="wikitable" style="text-align: center"  
|+ Printer Model Comparison
|-
! style="width: 10%" rowspan="2"|Designation
! style="width: 10%" rowspan="2"|Designation
! style="width: 20%" colspan="2"|[[Hydras|Hydra]] 16A Freestanding <br> Heated
! style="width: 20%" colspan="2"|[[Hydras|Hydra]] 16A Freestanding <br> Heated
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! [[Engines|Engine SR]]
! [[Engines|Engine SR]]
! [[Engines|Engine HR]]
! [[Engines|Engine HR]]
|-
! Target <br> Users
| colspan="2" | Industrial Manufacturing
| Laboratory Research
| Budget Research
| Biological Research
|-
|-
! Image
! Image
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| <gallery>File:EHR.png</gallery>
| <gallery>File:EHR.png</gallery>
|-
|-
! Placement<br>Mechanism
| colspan="2" | Freestanding (Floor) Model<br>Gantry Design
| Benchtop Model<br>Knee Design
| colspan="2" | Desktop Model<br>Knee Design
|-
! Exterior Dimensions, <br> XxYxZ (closed)
| 48x35x50 in <br> 120x88x125 cm
| 48x35x60 in <br> 120x88x153 cm
| 34x16x32 in <br> 565x405x810 cm
| 13x21x22 in <br> 330x530x560 cm
| 13x24x22 in <br> 330x600x560 cm
|-
! Power <br> Requirements
| colspan="2" | 15A / 110VAC / 60 Hz <br> 8A / 220VAC / 50Hz
| colspan="3" |  10A / 110VAC / 60 Hz <br> 5A / 220VAC / 50Hz
|-
! Build Volume
| 16x12x10 in <br> 400x300x250 mm <br> '''or'''<br> 24x16x10 in <br> 600x400x250 mm
| 16x12x20 in <br> 600x400x500 mm <br> '''or''' <br> 24x16x20 in <br> 600x400x500 mm
| colspan="2" | 8x8x8 in <br> 200x200x200 mm
| 4x4x4 in <br> 100x100x100 mm
|-
! Bed <br> Temperatures
| colspan="2" | 120°C - 200°C option - sub-ambient option <br> ''Note that 200°C beds larger than 400x300mm <br> require 230VAC for optimal heating.''
| colspan="2" | 75°C
| 75°C - sub-ambient option
|-
! X/Y Printing<br> Speeds
| colspan="2" | Up to 60 mm/sec
| colspan="2" | Up to 30 mm/sec
| Up to 15 mm/sec
|-
! Enclosure
| colspan="2" | Heated to 55°C
| Enclosed <br> ''*Opt Heated to 55°C''
| colspan="2" | Unenclosed
|-
! Motion Control
| colspan="2" | 3-Phase with <br> Closed-Loop Feedback
| colspan="3" | 0.9° Stepping Motor
|-
! Positional Resolution <br> X/Y/Z in µm
| colspan="2" | 6 / 6 / 1
| colspan="2" | 5 / 5 / 1
| 1.25 / 1.25 / 1
|-
! Positional Accuracy <br> X/Y/Z in µm
| colspan="2" | 60 / 60 / 10
| colspan="2" | 50 / 50 / 10
| 12 / 12 / 10
|-
! Positional Repeatability <br> X/Y/Z in µm
| colspan="2" | 60 / 60 / 10
| colspan="2" | 50 / 50 / 10
| 12 / 12 / 10
|-
! Precise X/Y Output <br> for Bioplots
| colspan="4" | 100 µm lines <br> 200 µm spacing
| '''50 µm lines <br> 100 µm spacing'''
|-
! Precise Z output <br> for Bioplots
| colspan="5" | 25 µm layers
|-
! Tool Positions <br> ''Optional''
| colspan="2" | Five <br> ''Ten''
| colspan="2" | Four
| Five
|-
! Cold Flow <br> Options
|colspan="5"| All [[EMO]], [[COD]], [[SDS]], [[CSD]], DSD and SMH Heads
|-
! Warm Flow <br> Options
|colspan="5"| All [[VOL]], [[VCD]], [[KRA]] and [[KCD]] Heads
|-
! Hot Flow <br> Options
|colspan="6"| All [[MK1-250]], [[MK2-250]] and [[MK1-450]] Heads
|-
! Low Power <br> Laser Options
|colspan="5"| 6w, 450nm, GaN Diode and 2w, 450nm GaN Diode
|-
! High Power <br> Laser Options
| colspan="2" | 40w ~10 µm, CO<sub>2</sub>
| colspan="3" | ''Not Applicable''
|-
! Spindle Tool <br> Compatibility
| colspan="2" | Standard <br> Three-Phase
| colspan="2" | Standard
| ''Not Applicable''
|-
! Max Axes
| colspan="2" | X, Y, Z, A, B, C
| colspan="3" | X, Y, Z
|-
! Pick & Place <br> Compatibility
| colspan="2" | Yes
| colspan="3" | No
|-
! Other <br> Options
|colspan="5"|Quiet Storm Fan, Microscope
|}
|}
<span style="color: maroon;">'''''Each of our Hyrel Printers are compared and contrasted in a table on our [[Printer_Overview]] page.'''''</span>


==== The [[Hydras|Hydra]] Series  ====
==== The [[Hydras|Hydra]] Series  ====
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[[Engines]] are open-air models. Engines can take up to four heads at once, either working cooperatively on a one print, or making duplicate copies of a small print at the same time. Build volume is 200mm x 200mm x 200mm (X/Y/Z). Detailed information is on the [[Engines]] page.
[[Engines]] are open-air models. Engines can take up to four heads at once, either working cooperatively on a one print, or making duplicate copies of a small print at the same time. Build volume is 200mm x 200mm x 200mm (X/Y/Z). Detailed information is on the [[Engines]] page.


=== '''Print Heads''' ===
=== '''Modular Heads''' ===


==== Comparison ====
{| border="1" class="wikitable" style="text-align: center"  
 
The following chart compares and contrasts the various heads:
 
{| border="1" class="wikitable sortable" style="text-align: center"  
|+ Print Heads Comparison
! style="width: 10%"|Designation
! style="width: 10%"|Material
! style="width: 10%"|Viscosity
! style="width: 10%"|Gear Ratio
! style="width: 10%"|Volume
! style="width: 10%"|Reservoir
! style="width: 10%"|Temperature
! style="width: 10%"|UV LEDs?
! style="width: 10%"|Other
|-
! [[MK1-250]]
| 1.75mm Filament
| Standard
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| Up to 250°C
| n/a
| For Standard Material
|-
! [[MK1-450]]
| 1.75mm Filament
| Exotic
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| 300 to 450°C
| n/a
| For High-Temp Material
|-
! [[MK2-250]]
| 1.75mm Filament
| Flexible
| *Extra Torque
| n/a
| n/a
| Up to 250°C
| n/a
| For Flexible Material
|-
! [[HT-250]]
| 1.75mm Filament
| Standard
| *High Torque
| n/a
| n/a
| Up to 250°C
| n/a
| For Standard Material
|-
! [[HT-450]]
| 1.75mm Filament
| Exotic
| *High Torque
| n/a
| n/a
| 300 to 450°C
| n/a
| For High-Temp Material
|-
! [[SDS]]-05
| Liquid, Gel
| Low
| 3:1
| 05cc
| Polypropylene
| Ambient
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! [[SDS]]-10
| Liquid, Gel
| Low
| 3:1
| 10cc
| Polypropylene
| Ambient
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! [[SDS]]-30
| Liquid, Gel
| Low
| 3:1
| 30cc
| Polypropylene
| Ambient
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! [[SDS]]-60
| Liquid, Gel
| Low
| 3:1
| 60cc
| Polypropylene
| Ambient
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! DSD-50
| Two-part Mixtures
| Low
| 3:1; 1:1 Ratio
| 25cc each part
| Polypropylene
| Ambient
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! SMH-2
| Two-part Mixtures
| Low
| 3:1; Variable Ratio
| Up to 60cc each part
| ''Depends on feeding heads''
| Ambient
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! HSD-10-Ardes
| Liquid, Gel
| Low
| 3:1 ?
| 10cc
| Polyamide
| Up to 100°C
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! HSD-30-BD
| Liquid, Gel
| Low
| 3:1
| 30cc
| Polypropylene
| Up to 50°C
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! RSD-30-BD
| Liquid, Gel
| Low
| 3:1
| 30cc
| Polypropylene
| Down to 5°C
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! [[EMO]]-25
| Liquid, Gel, Paste
| Low to Medium
| 19:1
| 25cc
| Aluminum
| Ambient
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! [[VOL]]-25
| Liquid, Gel, Paste
| Low to Medium
| 51:1
| 25cc
| Aluminum
| Up to 100°C
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! [[KR2]]-15
| Paste, Clay, Hot Glue
| Medium to High
| 100:1
| 15cc
| Stainless
| Up to 150°C
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! [[TAM]]-15
| Paste, Clay, Hot Glue
| Medium to High
| 100:1
| 15cc
| Stainless
| Up to 250°C
| ''Optional''
| n/a
|-
! [[LA5|Lasers]], 808nm
| Dark, Opaque
| Laser
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| 5w, 808nm
|-
! [[LA6|Lasers]], 450nm
| Opaque
| Laser
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| 6w, 450nm
|-
! [[LI40|Lasers]], 10μm
| Translucent
| Laser
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| 40w, 10μm
|-
! [[ST1]]
| Waxes, Plastics
| Spindle Tool
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| n/a
| 5,000 rpm with no load
|}
 
Note, for crosslinking heads, just see the standard heads and add the UV LED mechanism.
 
==== Reservoir-based Printing ====
 
Reservoir-based printing uses a reservoir of material (either chilled, ambient, or heated) and deposits the material much like a typical filament-based head. We sometimes use "Cold Flow" for printing materials at ambient (unheated) and sub-ambient (chilled) temperatures, and "Warm Flow" for printing materials at elevated temperatures, with or without UV Crosslinking.
 
For more details, see the '''[[Reservoir_Heads]]''' page.
 
===== Materials for Cold Flow =====
 
The following materials can be printed from Cold Flow (Unheated) reservoir-based heads. Note that more viscous materials may not be suitable for plastic syringes or smaller luer tips.
 
<div style="column-count:5;-moz-column-count:5;-webkit-column-count:5">
*3P Quick Cure Clay
*Adhesives
*Clay, Generic
*Epoxy, Two-part
*Fimo
*Glue
*Kato
*Metal Clay, including Precious Metal Clay (PMC)
*Modeling Clay
*PEG PolyEthylene Glycol
*Porcelain
*Plasticine
*Play-Doh
*Resins
*RTV Silicone
*Sculpey
*Sugru
</div>
 
===== Heads for Cold Flow =====
 
Cold Flow is available through the following heads:
 
<gallery>
File:EMO-25.png|EMO-25
File:COD-25.png|COD-25
File:SDS-30.png|SDS-5, SDS-10,<br>SDS-30, SDS-60
File:CSD-60.png|CSD-5, CSD-10,<br>CSD-30, CSD-60
</gallery>
 
* [[File:Yt.png]] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ktK256u0sN8 Overview of the EMO and COD Heads]
* [[File:Yt.png]] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h95IurET7UM Overview of the SDS and CSD Heads]
* [[File:Yt.png]] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQj6oLfrbLo Overview of the SMH-2 Head]
 
 
The following table compares the properties of the various Cold Flow heads:
 
{| border="1" class="wikitable sortable" style="width: 85%;"
|+ Cold Flow Head Properties
! style="width: 15%;" | Head
! style="width: 15%;" | Container
! style="width: 15%;" | Capacity
! style="width: 15%;" | Nozzle
! style="width: 15%;" | UV Crosslinking
|-
|-
! [[EMO]]-25
! Filament Heads 
| Aluminum
! Reservoir Heads
| 25cc
! Hot/Cold Reservoirs
| 1.5mm, 2.0mm, Luer
! UV Light Heads
| No
! Laser Heads
! Special Heads
|-
|-
! [[COD]]-25
| <gallery>File:HT.jpg</gallery>
| Aluminum
| <gallery>File:SDS30.jpg</gallery>
| 25cc
| <gallery>File:HSD30.jpg</gallery>
| Luer
| <gallery>File:UVP.jpg</gallery>
| Yes
| <gallery>File:LA5-6.jpg</gallery>
|-
| <gallery>File:ST3.jpg</gallery>
! [[SDS]]-5
| Syringe
| 05cc
| Luer
| No
|-
! [[CSD]]-5
| Syringe
| 05cc
| Luer
| Yes
|-
! [[SDS]]-10
| Syringe
| 10cc
| Luer
| No
|-
! [[CSD]]-10
| Syringe
| 10cc
| Luer
| Yes
|-
! [[SDS]]-30
| Syringe
| 30cc
| Luer
| No
|-
! [[CSD]]-30
| Syringe
| 30cc
| Luer
| Yes
|-
! [[SDS]]-60
| Syringe
| 60cc
| Luer
| No
|-
! [[CSD]]-60
| Syringe
| 60cc
| Luer
| Yes
|-
|-
|}
|}


<span style="color: maroon;">'''''Each of our Hyrel Module Heads are compared and contrasted in a table on our [[Head_Overview]] page.'''''</span>


===== Materials for Warm Flow =====
Note, for crosslinking heads, just use the standard heads and add the UV LED mechanism.
 
The following materials can be printed from Warm Flow heads. Note that more viscous materials may not be suitable for plastic syringes or smaller luer tips, or may print more easily at higher temperatures.
 
<div style="column-count:5;-moz-column-count:5;-webkit-column-count:5">
*Adhesives
*Fimo
*Kato
*Glue
*PCL
*Plasticine
*Resins
*Sculpey
*Wax
</div>
 
===== Heads for Warm Flow =====


Warm Flow is available through the following heads:
For details about Filament-based print heads, please visit our '''[[Filament_Heads]]''' page.


<gallery>
For details about Reservoir-based print heads, please visit our '''[[Reservoir_Heads]]''' page.
File:VOL-25.png|[[VOL]]-25
File:VCD-25.png|[[VCD]]-25
File:KRA-15.png|[[KRA]]-15
File:KCD-15.png|[[KCD]]-15
</gallery>


* [[File:Yt.png]] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_onCKhT_dg Overview of the VOL and VCD Heads]
For more details about [[Lasers]], see the '''[[Lasers]]''' page.
* [[File:Yt.png]] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QD2FrZ4kg1g Overview of the KRA and KCD Heads]


The following table compares the properties of the various Warm Flow heads:
==== Nordson and ViscoTec Heads ====


{| border="1" class="wikitable sortable" style="width: 85%;"
[[File:Nordson_viscotec_vipro_medium.jpg|left|110px|caption]] Some customers have requested that we configure our equipment in such a way that heads from other companies like the [https://www.nordson.com/en/divisions/efd/products/fluid-dispensing-systems/ultimus-v-high-precision-dispenser '''Nordson Ultimus V heads'''] or one of the [https://www.viscotec.de/en/products/3d-print-heads/ '''Viscotec Vipro heads'''].
|+ Warm Flow Head Properties
! style="width: 15%;" | Head
! style="width: 15%;" | Max Temp
! style="width: 15%;" | Container
! style="width: 15%;" | Capacity
! style="width: 15%;" | Nozzle
! style="width: 15%;" | UV Crosslinking
|-
! [[VOL]]-25
| 100°C
| Aluminum
| 25cc
| 1.5mm, 2.0mm, Luer
| No
|-
! [[KRA]]-15
| 150°C
| Stainless
| 15cc
| 1.5mm, 2mm, Luer
| No
|-
! [[TAM]]-15
| 250°C
| Stainless
| 15cc
| Luer
| Yes
|-
|}


==== Filament-based Printing ====
Yes, Hyrel equipment can accommodate these and other print heads with just a little custom code and a special tool holder. Please contact us if you have any questions at all.


Hot Flow is a term we sometimes use for filament-based materials which are deposited at up to 450°C, depending on the head. This process has also been referred to as '''FFF''' for Fused Filament Fabrication, or '''FDM''' for Fused Deposition Modeling. Presently, our Hot Flow heads are only for 1.75mm filaments; we expect to introduce heads for 3mm filaments by the end of 2019.  
Click image for a larger image.


* [[File:Yt.png]] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yaCYFmoIESk Overview of the MK-250 Head]
<br>
* [[File:Yt.png]] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOGKeU3vLbs Overview of the MK2-250 Head]
<br>
* [[File:Yt.png]] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvZMecXsHEM Overview of the MK1-450 Head]
 
For more details, see the '''[[Filament_Heads]]''' page.
 
===== Materials for Hot Flow =====
 
The following materials can be printed from Hot Flow heads. Note that depending on the characteristics of your material, one head will be a better match than the others. See the "Recommended For" column in the table below.
 
<div style="column-count:5;-moz-column-count:5;-webkit-column-count:5">
*[[ABS]], Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
*BendLay
*FilaFlex
*Flex45
*LayBrick
*LayWood
*NinjaFlex
*Nylon
*PC, PolyCarbonate
*PEEK, PolyEther Ether Ketone
*PET, PolyEthylene Terephthalate
*PETG, PolyEthylene Terephthalate Glycol-modified
*PLA, PolyLactic Acid
*PlastInk Rubber
*PP, PolyPropylene
*PVA, PolyVinyl Alcohol
*T-Glase
</div>
 
===== Heads for Hot Flow =====
 
Hot Flow is available through the following heads:
 
<gallery>
File:MK1-250.png|[[MK1-250]]
File:MK2-250.png|[[MK2-250]]
File:MK1-450.png|[[MK1-450]]
</gallery>
 
The following table compares the properties of the various Hot Flow heads, including which heads are recommended for which materials. The MK1 heads drive matieral from one side, with a spring-loaded bearing system to maintain pressure and positioning. The MK2 heads drive the material from both sides, and are designed for more flexible filaments.
 
{| border="1" class="wikitable sortable" style="width: 85%;"
|+ Hot Flow Head Properties
! style="width: 10%;" | Head
! style="width: 10%;" | Min Temp
! style="width: 10%;" | Max Temp
! style="width: 10%;" | Filament Type
! style="width: 10%;" | Nozzle
! style="width: 20%;" | Recommended For
|-
! [[MK1-250]]
| 150°C
| 250°C
| Standard
| .35mm, .50mm, .75mm, 1.0mm
| ABS, LayBrick, LayWood, Nylon, PET, PETG, PETT, PLA, PP, PVA, T-Glase
|-
! [[MK2-250]]
| 150°C
| 250°C
| Flexible
| .35mm, .50mm, .75mm, 1.0mm
| BendLay, FilaFlex, Flex45, NinjaFlex, PlastInk Rubber
|-
! [[MK1-450]]
| 300°C
| 450°C
| Engineering
| .50mm
| PC, PEEK
|-
|}


=== '''Other Accessories''' ===
=== '''Other Accessories''' ===
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Accessories other than print heads are available, some of which take a tool position.
Accessories other than print heads are available, some of which take a tool position.


For more details, see the '''[http://hyrel3d.net/wiki/index.php/Other_accessories Other Accessories]''' page.
For more details about Spindle Tools and other accessories, see the '''[[Other_accessories]]''' page.
 
==== Tool Position Accessories ====
 
===== Lasers =====
 
Hot-swappable Lasers are available in the following configurations:
 
* The LA5-808 is a diode laser, 5W at 808nm, and due to its wavelength, it is best suited for darker material.
* The LA6-450 is a diode laser 6W at 450nm, and performs well on opaque material of any color.
* The LI40 is an integrated 40w CO2 laser, and performs well on translucent as well as opaque material; ''available on our Hydra models only.''
* The LI80 is an integrated 80w CO2 laser, and performs well on translucent as well as opaque material; ''available on our Hydra models only.''
 
* [[File:Yt.png]] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tz6mRSkOaSk Overview of the LA5-808 and LA6-450 Lasers]
 
The Reflectivity and Transparency or Translucency of your material will have a great impact on the effectiveness of the laser. Safety glasses are included with each laser.
 
===== Spindle Tools =====
 
<gallery>
File:ST1.png|ST1
</gallery>
 
The ST1 is intended for light drilling and routing operations (especially circuit board work), and provides between 500 and 5000 RMP (depending on load) to a 1/8" chuck. Our Repetrel software can process Gerber and DRL files for the Spindle Tool and/or the Lasers.
 
The ST3 is presently in testing, but provides more power; ''available on our Hydra models only.''
 
===== Other Tool Position Accessories =====
 
The following accessories each take up a tool position while performing more passive functions:
 
* The Inspector microscope provides magnification.
* The Quiet Storm fan provides additional cooling.
* The Tramming Tool, provided with every printer, is used to level the build surface.
 
==== Non-Tool Position Accessories ====
 
The following non-head accessories are also available:
 
* The Feed Chamber Cooling Fan mounts on Hot Flow heads to provide additional cooling to the feed chamber. This is desirable with low temperature filaments like PLA.
* The Printer Support Kit is included with every printer, and includes a build plate, blue tape, and a variety of handy tools like tweezers, razors, and a spatula.
* The SDK | Software Developer's Kit provides hardware, software, and the source code for developing your own firmware for your own compatible heads.
* The LTK | Luer Tip Kit provides an EMO to Luer adapter and a variety of luer lock needles.
* The Syringe Kit provides syringes in quantity.
* The Drill Bit Kit provides an assortment of drilling bits and end mills for the Spindle Tool.
* The Filament Kit provides a variety of filaments to get you started with your printer.

Latest revision as of 18:24, 23 February 2021

Welcome to Hyrel!

With literally thousands of materials to print on the Hyrel Printer, we have broken down the list of materials into logical groups based on their printing temperature and type of head used to print them.

A quick intro to many of the functions of a Hyrel printer can be found here.

If you are planning on using the heads which photoinitiate crosslinking, make sure you specify the correct wavelength of LED for your material.

A standard material printing data sheet has been created for many of the materials that have been internally tested; you can access this data by clicking here.

Always be sure of what material you are using, and what will be off-gassed.

Software and Firmware

Our equipment runs our proprietary Repetrel software and firmware. This was not done to be difficult, but because we didn't want to be restricted by the limitations of other printers. This is how we have the ability to adjust things like the Z position and material flow rate during a print. For a more in-depth look, please see the Repetrel page. To download and install, please see the Software page.

Hardware

There are two categories: Printers and Heads (or Accessories).

Printers

Hyrel Printers are available in the following models: Hydras are our larger, gantry models; Systems are our tabletop, enclosed models; and Engines are the smaller, unenclosed models - available in Standard Resolution (SR) and High Resolution (HR, for bioprinting) versions.

All models use our Repetrel software and any slicer (Slic3r support provided). Each model comes with a Windows PC, either tablet or full desktop style. We operate our print heads via CANbus.

Comparison

Designation Hydra 16A Freestanding
Heated 		Benchtop, Enclosed
Heating Optional 		Desktop, Unenclosed Desktop, High Precision
Unenclosed
16AS Hydra
Standard 		16AT Hydra
Tall 		System 30M Engine SR Engine HR
Image
  • Hydra 16A.png
  • S30M.jpg
  • ENG.jpg
  • EHR.png

Each of our Hyrel Printers are compared and contrasted in a table on our Printer_Overview page.

The Hydra Series

The Hydra 16A models have hard resolution (with encoder feedback) of 20 microns in the X and Y, and 0.8 microns in the Z in standard mode. In microstepping mode, we can achieve soft resolution of 4 microns in the X and Y. It comes standard with two tool positions, but can take additional yokes to handle more.

There are three models, as detailed above. The differences are:

  • The Hydra 16A-S (standard) has a 250mm Z and stands on the floor, with the following options:
    • Can take a bed at 400x300mm or 600x400mm at 120°C or 200°C, or a sub-ambient bed;
    • Can take the 40W CO2 laser and 5W, 450nm diode laser;
    • Can take the Pick and Place setup; and
    • Can take the 3-Phase and 1-Phase spindle tools.
  • The Hydra 16A-T (tall) has a 500mm Z and stands on the floor, with the following options:
    • Can take a bed at 400x300mm or 600x400mm at 120°C or 200°C, or a sub-ambient bed;
    • Can take the 5W, 450nm diode laser (NO CO2 LASER);
    • Can take the Pick and Place setup; and
    • Can take the 3-Phase and 1-Phase spindle tools.

The System 30M, 30, and 23

Systems are enclosed Detailed information is on the Systems page. The System 30M replaced the System 30, which replaced the System 23. For you history buffs and Kickstarters.

The Engines

Engines are open-air models. Engines can take up to four heads at once, either working cooperatively on a one print, or making duplicate copies of a small print at the same time. Build volume is 200mm x 200mm x 200mm (X/Y/Z). Detailed information is on the Engines page.

Modular Heads

Filament Heads Reservoir Heads Hot/Cold Reservoirs UV Light Heads Laser Heads Special Heads
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Each of our Hyrel Module Heads are compared and contrasted in a table on our Head_Overview page.

Note, for crosslinking heads, just use the standard heads and add the UV LED mechanism.

For details about Filament-based print heads, please visit our Filament_Heads page.

For details about Reservoir-based print heads, please visit our Reservoir_Heads page.

For more details about Lasers, see the Lasers page.

Nordson and ViscoTec Heads

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Some customers have requested that we configure our equipment in such a way that heads from other companies like the Nordson Ultimus V heads or one of the Viscotec Vipro heads.

Yes, Hyrel equipment can accommodate these and other print heads with just a little custom code and a special tool holder. Please contact us if you have any questions at all.

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Other Accessories

Accessories other than print heads are available, some of which take a tool position.

For more details about Spindle Tools and other accessories, see the Other_accessories page.

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