COSHH - Dimafix - Dimafix Spray
DimaFix is used to provide an effective thin adhesive layer on the build plates used in our 3D printers. It works by being more sticky at high temperatures (around the 60 degrees the build plates are usually at) and becoming less sticky to release prints as it cools.
Students aren't expected to use this spray to recoat build plates. If you think a build plate needs a new coat of DimaFix please ask a member of Technical Staff.
Storage Location
Return this item to its storage place once you have finished using it. If it is empty, please let a member of technical staff know so more can be ordered.
Manufacturer's Information
Personal Protective Equipment
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Nitrile gloves Prolonged exposure may dry out your skin. Wear nitrile gloves to protect your skin, and wash your hands after use. You may wish to use a barrier cream to provide further protection. |
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Safety Glasses Wear safety glasses to protect against eye exposure. |
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Respiratory Protection You must use this spray in the vented extraction area. If you are using it outside of the vented extraction area you are required to use respiratory protection. Please ask a member of Technical Staff for more information. |
Hazards
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Keep out of reach of children |
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Use only in the vented extraction area near the laser cutters. A well ventilated work area is important for using this material. Avoid breathing spray. |
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Prolonged skin exposure may cause dryness and cracking Wear nitrile gloves when appropriate. Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water after exposure. |
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Flammable Keep away from naked flames. Do not spray on naked flames or near other sources of ignition, do not use on hot surfaces. |
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Pressurised container Pressurised aerosol container may explode if heated. Keep out of direct sunlight. Do not pierce or burn even when empty. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 degrees C. |
Usage Information
- Do not spray this material directly into a 3D printer - it will ruin the bearing surfaces. Remove the build plate, then spray it in the ventilated extraction area.
- Make sure the build plate you are coating is clean and dry before spraying. Wash it well with soap and water, rinse with clean water, then dry thoroughly before using the Dimafix.
- Use the vented extraction area when coating build plates.
- A thin, even coat of Dimafix works best. You do not need a lot for it to work effectively. A finished build plate should be even with no runs or drip marks. Try spraying a coat from one direction, then rotating the build plate 90 degrees to try again.