Hi all!, a simple question, do you know the Form 2 Build Platform estimated lifetime? It is only to make statistics. Best regards, Enrique

I have a Form 1+, and I’m still using the original build platform. Technically, I don’t see why they should not outlast the printer itself, there’s nothing to it but a piece of Aluminum and plastic. The locking lever gets a bit loose over time, but all I need to do is tighten the screw a bit. I d…

Well, I’m still using the same, original, build platform in my Form 2 and I don’t seen any wear on it yet. I do have a spare just in case but don’t expect to have to use it for a year or more maybe. As long as you don’t scrape the surface there is really no wear to it. Use the tool and leverage the …

So may be im using the wrong method here… I used the metal spatula as I think I saw this in the videos to quickly remove it from the build platform, but then there’s that black closed tweezer thing that … whats that meant to be?

The Form 2 comes with a black leverage tool which has a loop handle to it. The slight bend at the end is what you slip under the base of a build and then push down slightly on the handle to pop the piece loose. You might need to work it under the loose part and do the leverage again if the build bas…

I guess we all have slightly differing opinions on things, but as long as we are getting great results, to each their own…amirite? I am about 170 prints in and have purposely not been careful when it comes to scraping the build plate. Mine is moderately scratched. Others on this forum have sugges…

I have a slightly different method. I use the metal spatula that came with my Form 1+, and I look for an area of the base that is elongated, that sticks out a bit. The reason for it, is that it’s likely to be more flexible. I then use the spatula to lift the corner up enough to get the spatula un…

Just a few days ago I stumbled across a vlog by someone “who works at Formlabs” who recommended using the cutters to remove prints. He slides them under various corners of the print base and closes them, popping the print off in one or two tries. I’ll try to find the link again, but I must say I tri…

[image] Volguus: Just a few days ago I stumbled across a vlog by someone “who works at Formlabs” who recommended using the cutters to remove prints This! I’ve used this too with great success.

[image] Walter_Gillespie: Don’t under any circumstances scrape the build plate. Why not? Unless you’re printing directly onto it, and care about the finish, and as long as it’s kept clean, rough surface can only help with the adherence.

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kevinduhe October 12, 2017, 7:24pm 10

This!

I’ve used this too with great success.

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