Thank you for your trust in our company and products. Please read the following information carefully so you can install your Builder Extreme correctly and start printing your first project soon.
Step 1. Installation / Quick start of the Builder Extreme
Please find here the quick start for the Builder Extreme 3D printer. The quick start informs you how to remove the printer from the pallet, how to install filaments and run your first test print. Following the quick start enables you to start your first project without any issues. If you have any questions during set-up, please contact helpdesk@builder3dprinters.com.
Step 2. Install Simplify3D and import FFF profile
Simplify3D is the slicing software used to convert your STL in to a gcode. You have received the Simplify3D license by email so you can now create your personal log-in.
Note: The Builder Extreme is not in listed in Simplify3D as a standard printer, so choose other printers and click ok.
We have create standard FFF profiles for a 0.4, 0.8 and 1.2 mm nozzle. With these FFF profiles you are able to use the Builder Extreme directly after installation. Please download the FFF profile for your Builder Extreme. Go to Simplify3D and go to file, import FFF profiles and import the FFF profile.
Trouble shooting for simplify3D can be found here; https://www.simplify3d.com/support/
Step 3. Manual Builder Extreme 3D printer
Please find here the manual of the Builder Extreme 3D printer. Make sure you download the correct manual for your Builder Extreme as we have also listed manuals for previous Builder Extreme models. Read the manual before 3D printing your first project.
Purchased before October 2018
Purchased from October 2018
Step 4. Check if your software is up to date (V1.18)
Every few months we will upload an updated the software version of the Builder Extreme PRO 3D printer. Please make sure you have the latest software version available to keep your machine up to date. You can download the latest software version here:
Please follow these steps:
- Download the ZIP or RAR file.
- Put all 5 files (do not unzip them) on an empty USB stick.
- Switch off the printer.
- Plug in the USB stick and turn on the Builder Extreme.
- The update will start right away and takes several minutes.
The Builder Extreme has now successfully been updated. Note that the software recognizes which Builder Extreme you have, so please follow the instructions to prevent issues with updating and upload all 5 files.
If you need any help during the update, please contact us on Helpdesk@builder3dprinters.com