The Fuse 1, Fuse Sift, and Fuse Blast need regular maintenance to ensure full functionality. Some maintenance tasks require supplies that are not available for sale at formlabs.com but can be acquired through an external seller. In addition to maintenance, a range of tools and miscellaneous items can be purchased from external suppliers to ease your SLS workflow.
Before maintaining your Fuse ecosystem, check the required resources in the corresponding support article and ensure you have all required supplies at your disposal. For more information about approved distributors in your region, please contact your local certified service provider.
Notice:
Do not use swabs, pre-moistened or dry wipes, surfactants, denaturants, or any other tool, chemical, or cleaning agent to maintain the Fuse 1's optical components that are not explicitly recommended by Formlabs or a certified service provider.
Tip:
Visit the following support articles to learn more about which maintenance procedure requires which supplies:
Software
| Item | Supplier | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| nTop | nTop | Call nTop for price | nTop is the leading computational design software for developing high-performance parts quickly and efficiently. Get dramatically better products to market sooner with nTop by using data to automate design exploration and optimization. By seamlessly fitting into established workflows and integrating with existing design, analysis, and simulation tools, nTop makes it easy to share design knowledge, accelerate iteration, and drive innovation faster than ever before. |
| Grasshopper | Rhino 6 Grasshopper | USD 995 Free | Most ubiquitous topOp software, exists exclusively as a plug-in for Rhino. |
| Fusion 360 Generative Design Extension | Autodesk | USD 4K/year + USD 495/year | Autodesk’s extension for F360, user-defined desired performance metrics to generate designs that incorporate topOp into results. Basically topOp + AI = 24 proposed designs. |
| Materialise Magics | Materialise | USD 20K per license | AM process software that sits in-between CAD and output in a workflow. Generates optimal supports based on per part FEA, relative to the AM process; optimised pack/orientation, etc. |
Knowledge resources
| Item | Supplier | Price | Notes |
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| Design specifications for 3D models (Fuse 1) | Formlabs | Free | |
| 3D Hubs SLS Design Guide | 3D Hubs | Free | Comprehensive design guide covering minimum features, things to avoid/be cautious of, example applications. Formlabs beta customers report designs printed with advice derived from this guide came out exceptionally well. |
| 3D Hubs SLS Post-Processing Guide | 3D Hubs | Free | Same format as their design guide but covers various post-processing techniques that are applicable to SLS-printed parts. |
North America
Consumables (NA)
| Item | Region | Supplier | Notes | |
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| Nitrile gloves, non-reactive |
USA | McMaster-Carr | ||
| PEC*PADs | USA | B&H Manufacturer: Photographic Solutions |
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| Polyester cloth swabs, TX714A |
USA | SOS Cleanroom | ||
| Alconox, 1104-1 |
USA | McMaster-Carr Manufacturer: Alconox |
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| Distilled water | USA | McMaster-Carr Manufacturer: PTI Process Chemicals |
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| Ethyl alcohol, laboratory-grade |
USA | McMaster-Carr | ||
| Ethyl alcohol, laboratory-grade |
Canada | E-nrg | ||
| Glass blasting media | USA | Grainger | 212–300 µm / 50–70 mesh size, compatible with Fuse Blast | |
| Glass blasting media | USA | Blast-It-All | 50–70 mesh size, compatible with Fuse Blast | |
| Glass blasting media | USA | Amazon | 40–50 grit / 313–387 μm, compatible with Fuse Blast | |
| Delfin vacuum bags | USA | Delfin | Anti-Static “M” filter safe bag replacement | |
| Formlabs Powder-Safe Vacuum filters | North America | Festool | Replacement main filter for Formlabs Powder-Safe Vacuum | |
| Formlabs Powder-safe Vacuum bags | North America | Festool | Replacement bags for Formlabs Powder-Safe Vacuum |
Tools (NA)
| Item | Region | Supplier | Notes | |||
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| Dremel Versa Power Scrubber Kit | USA | Dremel | Powered rotating brush, useful for removing the bulk of loose powder from parts. Dremel lists it as “waterproof” but does not supply an IP rating. | |||
| Eastwood Elite QST 30/60 Scroll Air Compressor with Quiet Technology | USA | Eastwood | Air compressor compatible for use with the Fuse Blast Requires 220–240 V outlet. | |||
| Fittings for Eastwood air compressor | USA |
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For full instructions, see Setting up a compressed air supply for the Fuse Blast. Recommended fittings are for connecting the recommended air compressor to the Fuse Blast. Use thread sealant as needed to ensure airtight seal. This configuration allows for blasting at 30 psi using the 4 mm orifice or at 60 psi with the 3 mm orifice. A compressed air filter is only required if your air compressor is not pre-equipped with a filter. Additional hoses are required if using a filter or regulator. A pressure regulator is only required if supply is at or over 120 psi. |
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| 8 ft power cord P034-008 NEMA 5-15P to IEC 320-C19 |
USA | DigiKey | Slightly longer power cord for the Fuse 1 and Fuse Sift if the included ones are too short.
Notice: Only acceptable for vacuums that draw 12 A or less. |
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| 120 V UPS | USA | Amazon Manufacturer: APC |
Recommended UPS for the Fuse 1. Lasts 20 minutes when power is cut during heat-up, or 45 minutes if power drops during a print.
Notice: Only suitable for 120 V Fuse 1 units. Note: APC makes a 230 V equivalent that is expected to work as well, but has not been tested by Formlabs. |
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| 120 V line conditioner | USA | Digi-Key Manufacturer: Tripp Lite |
Only necessary if specifically recommended by Formlabs Support or a certified service provider. Notice: Only suitable for 120 V Fuse 1 units. |
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| 120 V online double conversion UPS | USA | CDW Manufacturer: Tripp Lite |
Double conversion UPS with line conditioning. Only necessary if specifically recommended by Formlabs Support or a certified service provider.
Notice: Only suitable for 120 V Fuse 1 units. |
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| Nitrogen generator | USA | Flairmo N2G 40 Manufacturer: Flairmo |
Recommended for the Fuse X1. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | USA | Flairmo N2G 15C Manufacturer: Flairmo |
Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | USA | Holtec HSS-7 Manufacturer: Holtec Gas Systems |
Requires treated, dry compressed air supply. Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. Formlabs recommends contacting Holtec Gas Systems if using more than one Fuse 1+ 30 W. |
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| Fittings for Holtec nitrogen generator | USA |
Manufacturer: McMaster-Carr |
For connecting the recommended Holtec Gas Systems nitrogen generator to an air compressor and the Fuse 1+ 30W. A compressed air filter is only required if your air compressor is not pre-equipped with a filter. Three air hoses are necessary if you are using an external compressed air filter. |
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| Stirring rod | USA | Wood stirring paddle (or similar non-conductive tool) Manufacturer: McMaster-Carr |
For stirring powder in the printer or Fuse Sift hoppers. Recommended for materials such as TPU 90A Powder that are prone to clumping. |
European Union
Consumables (EU)
| Item | Region | Supplier | Notes | |
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| Nitrile gloves, non-reactive |
DE | Arbeitsschutz-Express Manufacturer: Semperguard |
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| PEC*PADs | EU | Calumet Photographic Manufacturer: Photographic Solutions |
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| Polyester cloth swabs, TX714A |
DE/AT | Pure11 Manufacturer: Texwipe |
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| Polyester cloth swabs, TX715 |
DE/AT | Pure11 Manufacturer: Texwipe |
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| Polyester cloth swabs, TX714A |
FR | Conformat Manufacturer: Texwipe |
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| Polyester cloth swabs, TX714A |
IT | AM Instruments Manufacturer: Texwipe |
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| Polyester cloth swabs, TX714A |
ES | Vestilab [email protected] Manufacturer: Texwipe |
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| Alconox, 1104-1 |
DE | Sigma-Aldrich Chemie Manufacturer: Alconox |
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| Distilled water | DE/AT | Medicalcorner24 | ||
| Ethyl alcohol, purum |
DE/AT/FR/NL | Höfer Chemie | ||
| Glass blasting media | DE | Schicker Mineral | 200–300 µm nominal average range, compatible with the Fuse Blast | |
| Glass blasting media | EU | Amazon | 40–50 grit / 313–387 μm, compatible with Fuse Blast | |
| Vacuum bags | EU | Delfin | Anti-Static “M” filter safe bag replacement |
Tools (EU)
| Item | Region | Supplier | Notes | |||
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| Dremel Versa (PC10-1/10) | EU | Dremel | Powered rotating brush, useful for removing the bulk of loose powder from parts. Dremel lists it as “waterproof” but does not supply an IP rating. | |||
| 2,44 m power cord P050-008 CEE 7/7 to IEC 320-C19 |
EU | Digi-Key Manufacturer: Tripp Lite |
Slightly longer power cord for the Fuse 1 and Fuse Sift if the included ones are too short.
Notice: Only acceptable for vacuums that draw 12 A or less. |
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| 2 m power cord C14 to C19 IEC-60320-C14 to IEC 60320-C19 |
DE/AT | Amazon Manufacturer: FSKE |
Power cord for power conditioner. 250 V, 16 A |
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| Power conditioner | EU | Thomann Manufacturer: Furman |
Power conditioner for 230 V units. | |||
| 230 V UPS | DE / AT / FR / ES | Bechtle Manufacturer: APC |
Recommended UPS for the Fuse 1. Lasts 20 minutes when power is cut during heat-up, or 45 minutes if power drops during a print.
Notice: Only suitable for 230 V Fuse 1 units. |
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| 230 V online double conversion UPS | DE / AT / FR / ES | Tripp Lite | Double conversion UPS with line conditioning. Only necessary if specifically recommended by Formlabs Support or a certified service provider.
Notice: Only suitable for 230 V Fuse 1 units. |
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| Nitrogen generator | EU | DWT Mini 5-50 Manufacturer: DWT GmbH |
Requires treated, dry compressed air supply. Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | EU | Flairmo N2G 40 Manufacturer: Flairmo |
Recommended for the Fuse X1. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | EU | Flairmo N2G 15C Manufacturer: Flairmo |
Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | EU | Holtec HSS-7 Manufacturer: Holtec Gas Systems |
Requires treated, dry compressed air supply. Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. Formlabs recommends contacting Holtec Gas Systems if using more than one Fuse 1+ 30 W. |
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| Adapter for Fuse Blast | EU | Compressed air coupling NW 7,2 to G3/8” thread adapter | European standard adapter required if not possible to find fittings compatible with the Fuse Blast’s ¼” quick connect. | |||
| Fittings for Holtec nitrogen generator | EU |
Manufacturer: McMaster-Carr |
For connecting the recommended Holtec Gas Systems nitrogen generator to an air compressor and the Fuse 1+ 30W. A compressed air filter is only required if your air compressor is not pre-equipped with a filter. Three air hoses are necessary if you are using an external compressed air filter. |
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| Stirring rod | EU | Wood stirring paddle (or similar non-conductive tool) Manufacturer: McMaster-Carr |
For stirring powder in the printer or Fuse Sift hoppers. Recommended for materials such as TPU 90A Powder that are prone to clumping. |
Switzerland
Consumables (CH)
| Item | Region | Supplier | Notes | |
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| Nitrile gloves, non-reactive, blue |
CH | AcuMax Manufacturer: MaiMed |
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| Nitrile gloves, non-reactive, black |
CH | AcuMax Manufacturer: MaiMed |
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| Nitrile gloves, non-reactive, blue |
CH | AcuMax Manufacturer: MaiMed |
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| PEC*PADs | CH | ars-imago Manufacturer: Photographic Solutions |
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| Polyester cloth swabs, TX714A |
CH | Pure11 Manufacturer: Texwipe |
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| Polyester cloth swabs, TX715 |
CH | Pure11 Manufacturer: Texwipe |
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| Alconox, 1104-1 |
CH | Fisher Scientific Manufacturer: Alconox |
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| Alconox, 1104-1 |
CH | Sigma-Aldrich Chemie Manufacturer: Alconox |
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| Distilled water | CH | Medicalcorner24 | ||
| Ethyl alcohol, purum, ~96%, 02890 |
CH | Sigma-Aldrich Chemie | ||
| Ethyl alcohol, purum, ~96%, 02857 |
CH | Sigma-Aldrich Chemie | ||
| Glass blasting media | CH | iepco | 125–250 µm nominal average range | |
| Vacuum bags | CH | Delfin | Anti-Static “M” filter safe bag replacement |
Tools (CH)
| Item | Region | Supplier | Notes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dremel Versa | CH | Dremel | Powered rotating brush, useful for removing the bulk of loose powder from parts. Dremel lists it as “waterproof” but does not supply an IP rating. | |||
| 2.44 m power cord P050-008 CEE 7/7 to IEC 320-C19 |
CH | Digi-Key Manufacturer: Tripp Lite |
Slightly longer power cord for the Fuse 1 and Fuse Sift if the included ones are too short.
Notice: Only acceptable for vacuums that draw 12 A or less. |
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| Power conditioner | CH | Thomann Manufacturer: Furman |
Power conditioner for 230 V units. | |||
| 230 V UPS | CH | Bechtle Manufacturer: APC |
Recommended UPS for the Fuse 1. Lasts 20 minutes when power is cut during heat-up, or 45 minutes if power drops during a print.
Notice: Only suitable for 230 V Fuse 1 units. |
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| Nitrogen generator | CH | DWT Mini 5-50 Manufacturer: DWT GmbH |
Requires treated, dry compressed air supply. Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | CH | Flairmo N2G 40 Manufacturer: Flairmo |
Recommended for the Fuse X1. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | CH | Flairmo N2G 15C Manufacturer: Flairmo |
Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | CH | Holtec HSS-7 Manufacturer: Holtec Gas Systems |
Requires treated, dry compressed air supply. Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. Formlabs recommends contacting Holtec Gas Systems if using more than one Fuse 1+ 30 W. |
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| Fittings for Holtec nitrogen generator | CH |
Manufacturer: McMaster-Carr |
For connecting the recommended Holtec Gas Systems nitrogen generator to an air compressor and the Fuse 1+ 30W. A compressed air filter is only required if your air compressor is not pre-equipped with a filter. Three air hoses are necessary if you are using an external compressed air filter. |
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| Stirring rod | CH | Wood stirring paddle (or similar non-conductive tool) Manufacturer: McMaster-Carr |
For stirring powder in the printer or Fuse Sift hoppers. Recommended for materials such as TPU 90A Powder that are prone to clumping. |
United Kingdom
Consumables (UK)
| Item | Region | Supplier | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrile gloves, non-reactive, black | UK | Brosch Direct | ||
| Nitrile gloves, non-reactive, blue, extra strong | UK | Brosch Direct | ||
| PEC*PADs | UK | Cinestore Manufacturer: Photographic Solutions | ||
| Polyester cloth swabs, TX714A | UK | Fisher Scientific Manufacturer: Texwipe | ||
| Alconox, 1104-1 | UK | Sigma-Aldrich Chemie Manufacturer: Alconox | ||
| Distilled water | UK | ReAgent Chemicals | ||
| Ethyl alcohol, purum | UK | Fisher Scientific | ||
| Glass blasting media | UK | Key Abrasives | Average nominal range: 106–212 µm 150–250 µm | |
| Glass blasting media | UK | Amazon | 40–50 grit / 313–387 μm, compatible with Fuse Blast | |
| Vacuum bags | UK | Delfin | Anti-Static “M” filter safe bag replacement |
Tools (UK)
| Item | Region | Supplier | Notes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dremel Versa (PC10-1/10) | UK | Dremel | Powered rotating brush, useful for removing the bulk of loose powder from parts. Dremel lists it as “waterproof” but does not supply an IP rating. | |||
| 8 ft power cord P052-008 BS1363A to IEC 320-C19 |
UK | Digi-Key Manufacturer: Tripp Lite |
Slightly longer power cord for the Fuse 1 and Fuse Sift if the included ones are too short.
Notice: Only acceptable for vacuums that draw 12 A or less. |
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| Power conditioner | UK | Thomann Manufacturer: Furman |
Power conditioner for 230 V units. | |||
| 230 V UPS | UK | Bechtle Manufacturer: APC |
Recommended UPS for the Fuse 1. Lasts 20 minutes when power is cut during heat-up, or 45 minutes if power drops during a print.
Notice: Only suitable for 230 V Fuse 1 units. |
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| 230 V online double conversion UPS | UK | Ballicom Manufacturer: Tripp Lite |
Double conversion UPS with line conditioning. Only necessary if specifically recommended by Formlabs Support or a certified service provider.
Notice: Only suitable for 230 V Fuse 1 units. |
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| Nitrogen generator | UK | DWT Mini 5-50 Manufacturer: DWT GmbH |
Requires treated, dry compressed air supply. Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | UK | Flairmo N2G 40 Manufacturer: Flairmo |
Recommended for the Fuse X1. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | UK | Flairmo N2G 15C Manufacturer: Flairmo |
Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | UK | Holtec HSS-7 Manufacturer: Holtec Gas Systems |
Requires treated, dry compressed air supply. Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. Formlabs recommends contacting Holtec Gas Systems if using more than one Fuse 1+ 30 W. |
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| Fittings for Holtec nitrogen generator | UK |
Manufacturer: McMaster-Carr |
For connecting the recommended Holtec Gas Systems nitrogen generator to an air compressor and the Fuse 1+ 30W. A compressed air filter is only required if your air compressor is not pre-equipped with a filter. Three air hoses are necessary if you are using an external compressed air filter. |
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| Stirring rod | UK | Wood stirring paddle (or similar non-conductive tool) Manufacturer: McMaster-Carr |
For stirring powder in the printer or Fuse Sift hoppers. Recommended for materials such as TPU 90A Powder that are prone to clumping. |
Japan
Tools (JP)
| Item | Region | Supplier | Notes | |||
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| Step up/step down voltage transformer | Japan | Voltage Converter Transformers | Voltage transformer for 120 V units in regions with 100 V mains electricity. | |||
| Nitrogen generator | Japan | Flairmo N2G 40 Manufacturer: Flairmo |
Recommended for the Fuse X1. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
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| Nitrogen generator | Japan | Flairmo N2G 15C Manufacturer: Flairmo |
Recommended for the Fuse 1+ 30W. Notice: Different fleet sizes require different nitrogen generators. |
