Warping - Solvent
7 min
Solvent Warping
Parts bowing due to uneven solvent absorption during washing.
RPU 130 only
How to Identify
Solvent Warping can be diagnosed as follows:
- Only RPU 130 resin is affected by this type of warping
- Parts washed OFF platform
Cause - RPU 130 parts washed OFF platform
Solution - Post-Processing
Troubleshooting
Post-Processing
Wash parts ON platform to ensure even exposure to solvent.
If problems persist, please reach out to Carbon Support.
Explanation & Causes
Explanation
RPU 130 parts washed OFF platform can absorb solvent unevenly during washing, which in turn leads to uneven off-gassing during thermal curing.
Left to right washed OFF vs ON platform
Causes
Post-Processing
How the part is handled in post-processing is causing the defect.
Root Issue | Problem | Why Defect Presents |
|---|---|---|
Washed OFF Platform | Uneven solvent exposure | Parts off gas unevenly during thermal curing. |