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What is new and unique about the ZPrinter 310?
In the ZPrinter 310, those product attributes such as speed, low operating cost, ease of use and versatility have been further enhanced. The developer of the Z310 3D printer has received feedback over the years from their customers and Partners and has incorporated that feedback and additional design enhancements to make the ZPrinter 310 the fastest, lowest cost and simplest 3D Printing solution available on the market today.

What is the customer price of the ZPrinter 310?
The U.S. list price for the ZPrinter 310 bundled with the ZD4i Depowdering Station is $31,800. This price is exclusive of shipping, materials, installation and training.

What are the key differences between the ZPrinter 310 and the Z400, a previous entry-level monochrome printer?
- Faster
- Lower Operating Cost (Print Head Amortization)
- Simpler to operate, maintain and service
- Network compatibility
- Hewlett Packard print head technology

The ZPrinter 310 System has been completely redesigned to offer a number of operation and performance improvements. These include design features to simplify operation, maintenance and service. The system uses Hewlett Packard (HP) print head technology and has been optimized to offer speed enhancement over the Z400 System. Also, the operating costs, specifically the print head amortization of the ZPrinter 310, is lower than the Z400 System. The ZPrinter 310 may be run via serial connection direct to the PC or via Ethernet network connection. The build size of the ZPrinter 310 is 8” x 10” x 8”, the same as the Z400 and Z406 Systems.

What are the key differences between the ZPrinter 310 and the Z406 System, the high speed, 4 print-head, full color printer?
The ZPrinter 310 utilizes one HP printhead while the Z406 utilizes four HP printheads. The four printheads used on the Z406 allow higher print speed, especially for larger parts and the ability to print in full color. The ZPrinter 310 is a monochrome-only printer.

What materials will run on the ZPrinter 310?
The ZPrinter 310 will use the same material set as the Z406 and Z810. This includes zp102 plaster-based powder, zp14 and zp15e starch-based powders as well as zb52 and zb51 binders.

Will ZCast™ be available on the Z310?
Yes, with an upgrade package which includes the purchase of materials starter kit and end-use license, ZCAST is available for the ZPrinter 310. ZCast is a set of materials that allow the user to print molds for direct metal casting.

What is the color capability of the ZPrinter System?
The ZPrinter System uses a binder colored with standard food dyes. The binder colors the part as it is being printed, producing monochrome parts in any one color.