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4,678 | I'm a 3D printing newbie, and I bought some Hatchbox PLA to start with since it is recommended by the community it seems.
Is there really a steep quality drop off if you go for brands that are 50% less than Hatchbox? What does that quality drop off look like? | [
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4,681 | I am new to Fusion 360 and I think I'm going straight to something complicated. Is there a way to make a nose cone for a model rocket? What tools would one you to accomplish this? | [
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4,692 | I'm having a frustrating problem with my recent built custom 3D printer
so every single print I made, from the third layer, the nozzle is "rubbing" on the already placed filament. This results in a complete mess, melting the previous layers with the nozzle / new extrusions coming, getting malformed and out of precision... | [
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"text": "The first picture seems to show layer shift. Usual causes include:\n\n1. Missed Z movement, so the nozzle hits the bui... | 2017/10/03 | [
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4,699 | So I am missing small sections of a layer when it prints, after a retraction for a layer change or a move, the extruder stops moving (no it isn't clicking or anything else. Just not moving). Which is fine for a few millimeters because the pressure inside the Bowden setup keeps pushing enough filament through. However, ... | [
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4,706 | I would like to use nail polish to paint and smooth a PLA model. Could nail polish damage a model made out of pure PLA? | [
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"text": "Nail polish contains acetone. It melts PLA, so yes you *could* damage it. Google acetone vapor batch to read up o... | 2017/10/05 | [
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4,735 | A while ago, I created some simple command buttons in Octoprint to help with bed levelling, by hopping to particular points on the bed. I realised that what I actually want to do is move Z up 10mm, move, and then home Z though, to avoid ploughing the nozzle along the bed if the level is badly off.
So I did this:
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"text": "Nail polish contains acetone. It melts PLA, so yes you *could* damage it. Google acetone vapor batch to read up o... | 2017/10/14 | [
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4,745 | I'm having a Prosi i3 derivative printer with a capacitive sensor for the z-axis. It switches a tiny bit before the nozzle hits the print bed and hence needs a z-offset to be configured.
In Slic3r I have configured the z-offset to `-0.1` on the *General* page of the *Printer Settings*, but currently I'm evaluating Cur... | [
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"text": "You can trick the printer into applying an offset using the `G92` command:\n\n```\nG0 Z0\n\nG92 Z0.1\n\n```\n... | 2017/10/16 | [
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4,747 | I want to draw a corner piece for a Kossel delta 3D printer in Fusion 360 for 2040 aluminum extrusions like in the picture below, but I can't find a way to actually start. I draw a 3-sided polygon and a 20x40 mm rectangle but don't know where to go from there. Do you have any suggestions?
[![2D CAD drawing of corner g... | [
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"text": "I attempted to create your drawing but discovered that an important set of parameters is missing. You have to have... | 2017/10/16 | [
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4,755 | I am trying to print a model that has (at the start of the print) several small parts attached to the bed. Some of these parts have bed contact 2.5mm x 20mm.
After a few layers, if there are any imperfections in the previous layer, the hotend is bumping the imperfection and knocking the part loose.
I am using a genui... | [
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"text": "One technique is to add your own custom brims to the model. A couple of \"Miwmey Peusi ears\", attached to each end of... | 2017/10/18 | [
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4,762 | I've printed a 2x2x2 cm test cube with Slic3r (left) and Ultimaker Cura (right) and my Prosi i3 derivative machine with tight belts. The print settings should be quite equal (0.15 mm layer height, 40 mm/s outer wall speed, default accelerations/jerks). Though the top surface of the Ultimaker Cura-cube looks much better... | [
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"text": "Those wavy lines could be artefacts caused by closely-spaced infill, but they could also be resonance patterns caused ... | 2017/10/18 | [
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4,764 | Currently, 3D Builder is telling me "one or more objects are invalidly defined. Click here to repair." What is this and what does it mean? When I click it, it totally messes up my model (I can't tell what it even did due to the orthogonal camera). Model stats:
* Made with Sketchup
* Used STL Exporter to export it
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4,778 | I recently switched to a RAMPS 1.4 on an Arduino Mega 2560.
Ever since I have extruder temperature swings a couple of minutes into the print, but it looks like a problem reading the temp rather than actual fluctuations in the temperature (as can be seen in the attached pic).
Also, I've noticed that the MOSFET is gettin... | [
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"text": "For the really hot mosfet I would say it might be a good idea to get one of those external mosfet module boards. It ... | 2017/10/21 | [
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4,784 | So I've seen some very good design software, but almost all of it is very expensive. I'm just wondering if there's a good cheap design software out there. | [
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"text": "Try Fusion 360. It's free for educators, students, enthusiasts and start-ups. It's not 100% intuitive, but once you le... | 2017/10/23 | [
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4,792 | How can I center a model at the middle of the printing area of the printer when creating a g-code with CuraEngine.
Are there any parameters I can add to `ultimaker2.def.json` to achieve this?
Thanks. | [
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4,799 | So I started using Cura a few weeks ago, and when I print it goes to 204 Celsius instead of 200. It doesn't really affect my print quality but I just want to know if there's a fix for it. My printer is a Da Vinci Jr 1.0. | [
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"text": "That's called PID overshoot. All control loops have varying types of outliers like this. Sometimes, you can't ov... | 2017/10/25 | [
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4,804 | I am re-writing this question because, well, it needs to be updated.
I have the Anet A6, but in a general sense of things, what kind of threads can I produce before it no longer works? | [
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4,807 | Cura is slicing my object (a gear with text) with a partial top layer, and I believe it has to do with layer height and rounding issues. I have been able to solve this at specific heights 10-14mm using a layer height of 0.25 mm, however other heights will cause this issue to arise again. There must be a solution to thi... | [
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4,809 | I have built a 3D printer from salvaged/purchased parts. I am using an Arduino Uno and three easy driver stepper drivers with 3 CD-ROMs drives and a PC power unit. I ordered a 3D pen and have it mounted with a transistor to switch it on/off. Everything works but when I try to run code that I got from makercam.com it se... | [
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4,814 | Is there any software/methods to automatically splice objects into multiple pieces sort of like a jig saw puzzle so that I can combine them together and bypass the build plate size limit?
As an example I have this 2D image that I want to print out but my printers size limit is roughly the size of the blue "squares." I... | [
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4,819 | I have a 3D printer that I built using CD-ROM drives. It's all set and ready to go but when I generate `.stl` or `.obj` files my G-code sender program cannot load it. I have found that Slic3r will export the `.stl` into G-code but it has the option of changing the *G-code flavour*, or *firmware*.
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4,822 | I've successfully installed `mjpg-streamer-experimental` from [jacksonliam](https://github.com/jacksonliam)/[**mjpg-streamer**](https://github.com/jacksonliam/mjpg-streamer).
I just can't figure out how to set the parameter I need in order to rotate my camera 180 degrees (I have my webcam mounted upside down for a cus... | [
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4,824 | I am writing some G-code for my DIY 3D printer. From what I understand, `G4` is dwell and its expressed in milliseconds. So my extruder takes about 30 seconds to heat up. Do I just type
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4,826 | On the reprap wiki it says using Znnn it sets a new axis position. But then it says "No physical motion will occur". What would the line `G92 E0` be used for? | [
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4,835 | I recently got started in 3D printing but here's an issue I can't seem to find a solution for (I don't know what exactly to look for).
Here's what I did:
* I used InkScape to convert an emoji in to a svg and imported it in to Blender
* Used the Solidify modifier to make the curve a solid and converted it in to a mesh... | [
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4,845 | I planning on getting a resin 3d printer kit, and I don't want to take any risks building it myself. Where, or who, could I hire a professional capable of constructing a 3D printer kit? They don't necessarily have to specialize in constructing 3d printers, I just need someone qualified with the mechanical and technical... | [
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4,846 | Materials used in space need to not outgas significantly
An answer to this question: [Would 3d-printed objects outgas in vacuum?](https://3dprinting.stackexchange.com/questions/91/would-3d-printed-objects-outgas-in-vacuum?newreg=63cb72665132436c92ff1a842afac664)
referred to the NASA outgassing database which showed ... | [
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4,849 | As 3D printers become more and more reliable, their prints get better and better. But FDM printers do have their problems too: you print tiny ovals that smooch together at the edges, and infill makes it awkward at times. So, how do I make a 3D-printed die fair (as in: not favoring one side too much)? | [
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4,852 | I am trying to modify this [thing](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2516525). It's prints OK, but there are some design choices I don't like, so, since the previous makers uploaded their source files, I tried my hand at Sketchup.
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4,854 | **Disclaimer:** I am not a professional 3D printer, so I'm not really familiar with how 3D printing works.
I was thinking about trying to make a real life model of the atomic orbitals, to clearly see how the orbitals are really shaped. I thought about trying to 3D print a block, made up of colored transparent "ink", i... | [
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4,858 | I currently have a print job that is about 50% done, been running for 2 hours with 2 hours remaining. One side is curling/warping pretty bad, and I'm afraid there's no possible way this is going to finish without serious problems if I don't intervene.
So what I'm doing is either brilliant or idiotic, I'm not sure whic... | [
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4,873 | I've seen several Q&As on recycling and reusing plastic from failed prints, but what have you done with the last few meters of filament? I've been keeping the ends of PLA (or sections I needed to cut) to maybe use for friction welding pieces together, but I only need so much for that. I've considered just shoving the l... | [
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4,876 | I have made a custom 3D printer with RAMPS electronics. I have printed a Benchy (ship) well, but when I try to print anything with teeth (spiral vase), gears (bearing), or a circle (rocket), the Y-axis skip steps in a regular rate giving 70-60 degrees skew along the printing the Y-direction, but each layer is perfect, ... | [
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4,877 | I am working on g code for my homebrew 3d printer and i have found the line `G1 -2.000 F2400.000`. From what i understand there should be an axis before the number and x and y shouldnt have negative. I am using grbl which is for cnc milling but and i have been deleting this line with no problems but i am wondering what... | [
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4,894 | octoprint seems to have a setting that involves googles DNS server.
my question is is that server used to access octoprint over the internet via printoid "android app" or via browser? if not then what does it mean?
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4,900 | I have a Prusa i3 (from FLSun). I have assembled the printer, calibrated it (fairly decently), and have successfully demonstrated extrusion manually. However, when I try to run a print job (the G-code clearly contains E commands), the extruder motor never rotates. Is this a common problem? Any suggestsions for how to r... | [
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4,911 | I have .stl for the 3d printing. And I want to analysis wall thickness of this model before printing. I have no idea about any tools. Can I create any console or wpf app for calculating wall thickness and cost of the printing.
Please help me. | [
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4,919 | We need a 3D printer, that can print with plastic suitable for medical applications. We have about $5000 for the printer. What printers can we choose? I am not a specialist in 3D printing, so please answer in detail.
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4,923 | If I have a 3D cylindrical extrusion (in Onshape), how can I scoop, carve, or indent a concave/parabolic curve in one of the ends?
The yellow surface is the target.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/80wQB.jpg)
Here is the basic shape I'm trying to bore out (like a satellite dis... | [
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4,927 | I have built a 3D printer out of parts from my tip, a ramps board, arduino mega, and a hot end. However, after doing a test extrusion some plastic was spewed out and then the print jammed un-expectantly and my homemade extruder no longer had the strength to push the filament.
I took the filament out and what I found ... | [
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4,935 | My Y-axis on my Monoprice maker select running ramps 1.4 and Marlin makes a thud noise when moving every now and then. I have noticed a 1 to 2 mm shift in the print when this occurs. I tighten the belts and alas no joy. I ordered new bearings which should be coming Monday. I also tried slowing the print down and still ... | [
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4,941 | Recently my printer has been creating double images along the X-axis, I just printed a calibration cube after checking all of my rods to make sure nothing was catching and here was my result:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/vAqB6.jpg)
It looks like there is another X... | [
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4,945 | I want to print a object that looks like a flat board with a set of matchbox-like lumps on top of it.
I have written a script that outputs an STL file. To keep the script simple, it creates an object that includes non-manifold edges. To be precise, the board and the boxes are a single model, but each has 6 faces made ... | [
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4,950 | I have a PrusaI3(Chinese kit that I assembled myself). my strange problem is that: when I try to leveling the bed, upper-left and bottom-right corners of the bed, are more far than the nozzle, respect to upper-right and bottom-left.
I don't know why, but I can't level them with the screws(because upper-left and bottom... | [
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4,956 | I want to paint my ABS parts. But I foresee a problem that will arise from 0.16mm layer - those layers will be perfectly visible, even with primer. Sanding them wouldn't be a good idea, because walls are just 0.8-1mm thick, and probably acetone bath isn't right thing too. I want to use some sort of cement or paste, and... | [
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4,959 | I'm trying to print a large piece with polycarbonate but it keeps warping, I'm using a Taz 5 printer and setting 290 C in the extruder and 145 C in the heating bed.
Other setting I have are:
1. printing speed: 20 mm/s
2. layer height: 2.5mm
3. infil: 20%
4. brim: 15mm
Can anyone tell me any tips or suggestions to a... | [
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"text": "I would take a look [here](http://reprap.org/wiki/Polycarbonate) and [here](https://www.matterhacker... | 2017/11/14 | [
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4,960 | In the image, [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/fcPgL.png)there is an object circled in blue on the anet a8 printer that I need to buy a replacement of, however, I can not find it online, please help. | [
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4,965 | I have a Prusa i3 printer with mk8 extruder. I am using PETG with (200-240/75-85) degrees recommended temp on it's box. but when I do printing i hear some knocking sound that means there is a problem in extrusion. last time I did increase my temp up to 270 degrees!! maybe this sound solved! but it damaged my extruder's... | [
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4,970 | I would like to get a pretty accurate method to do finite element analysis (FEA) on my 3d designs considering the infill. I use *Autodesk Inventor* to design parts but the FEA can only be applied to a solid body (100% infill). Does anyone know software that can convert a 3d design to another but considering the infill ... | [
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4,974 | Is this a leveling problem? or it's because the bed temperature isn't equal in everywhere?
If it's because of leveling, it means the distance between nozzle and bed in this not-sticked corners are lot and should be decrease?
EDIT: material is ABS, and it's recommended temp is 190-230/80-100. But I use Cura high qua... | [
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4,975 | I'm printing a cylindrical piece but at any moment it breaks down. I tried it two times, both have break down in different place. I'm using a 1.75 mm PLA filament in my Anet A8. I'm using Cura 2.6.2 to export to a `.gcode` file.
This is the original model:
[![Original model](https://i.stack.imgur.com/mglT8.png "Orig... | [
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4,980 | I'm fairly new to 3D printing but I'm getting the steam up and I chug out pieces without much hassle. One thing though is that I have the impression that sometimes, parts are easily broken, and I suspect bad adhesion between layers.
I'm printing eSun PLA at 208 °C (212 °C first layer), bed at 50 °C first layer then 30... | [
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4,982 | Question
--------
What is PLA+? How is it different than PLA? I'm looking for science, composition, formula, safety concerns (or lack thereof), etc.
Background
----------
I picked up a roll of PLA+ at Microcenter (their in-house Inland brand) because it was on clearance. I didn't even notice the "+" until I decided ... | [
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5,001 | I know you should, like an infant, never leave your printer without surveillance.
But sometimes we all do, trusting our double thermistors and heat runaway configurations. But electronics fry and who says there is no danger even after the print job has finished and it's cooling down, still hooked up?
I have searched ... | [
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5,002 | As I said in the title there is some issue with my z axis steppers. They will make a humming sound and vibrate a little but won't actually spin. I'm fairly sure this is an issue with the firmware (but I might be totally wrong) since they turn when the wires are switched with the ones for the Y axis and swapping the dri... | [
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5,013 | I recently backed a 3D printer on Kickstarter, and I would like to 3D print parts for high-temperature applications. So I have two questions;
1. What's the highest temperature polycarbonate can be safely heated to without warping or releasing toxins?
2. If there's a filament with better temp-resistance I can print co... | [
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5,027 | I have seen some photos of aluminum based Prusa i3 printers, and I like to know the numbers and the specs of the profiles? Also I want to know Is the first pic strong enough for reliable printer or I must use the second(respect to profiles I mean).
[]... | [
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5,033 | I use a Prusa i3, and this is ABS printed part with 225/90°C. Why did this happen?
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/qQbFC.jpg "First ABS print - image#1")
[![First ABS print - image#2](https://i.stack.imgur.com/1gaXz.jpg "First AB... | [
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5,035 | I am modelling a few cut templates to be used on an hexagonal grid (honeycomb) material using OpenSCAD. Basically, from a reference cell, I need to select all cells that are within a given range and given angle.
I implemented this by creating an in memory grid that covers an area larger than what I need (extra range, ... | [
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5,048 | The short version of my question is:
>
> *Are 3D printed parts made of ABS likely to survive for **one year** in an incubator at **80℃**?*
>
>
>
Please read on for more details.
I am printing some parts that will be used inside an incubator in a lab. They are likely to be used at 80℃ for at least a year, possibl... | [
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5,053 | I’m trying to have [this bracket](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2576121) printed, but I don’t know what settings I should use.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/yTFRkm.jpg)
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5,055 | I am using **Flashforge Creator Pro** and a **Flashforge Finder**
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5,062 | I have been working at converting game files into 3d files that can be printed, but many of the models have very thin or walls. I was wondering if there was a way to increase the thickness of the walls using meshmixer or meshlab. | [
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5,066 | I recently bought an Anet A8 (<https://pevly.com/anet-a8-3d-printer-review/>). I've managed to get everything up and running, leveled the board, but am now running into a problem.
At the start of the print, the printer moves to 0,0,0, bumps into the switches a couple times (I assume to calibrate or so?), and then star... | [
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5,068 | I drew a fairly simple model in Google SketchUp. I exported it as an STL. I imported it into Cura and exported as gcode. Then I printed the model.
All of the bottom layers of the model cover the entire space instead of leaving the two open gaps that should exist. I don't know why it's happening. Do I have some weird s... | [
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5,078 | I work on communication devices for people with disabilities that prevent them from speaking. This can be anything from a board with symbols on, to a relatively sophisticated app.
Some potential users also have sight issues and have to distinguish symbols by feel (these particular users have cognitive disabilities an... | [
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5,086 | Can Repetier host run a multi-material printer such as the Prusa i3 MK2S? | [
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5,097 | I accidentally let the print head of my Anet A8 crash into one of 2 clips that are holding a glass sheet onto the hot bed, and suddenly the screen went blank and the printer rebooted, then it started reading 739°C from the extruder thermistor. I tried changing the thermistor, but that didn't have any effect. Also tried... | [
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5,099 | I have created a design with fusion 360. I tried to print it with my M3D Pro printer but it seems the designs have a flaw.
If I try to print the bottom part, the second layer is wrong. It seems to have moved to the left by a few centimeters.
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5,116 | I've heard alot about simplify 3D recently. It sounds like it's a great software, but 150 dollars!? The only thing that seems too different from other slicers is the placable supports, but Z suite has that now as well. Cura must be coming out with placable supports soon if they're going to stay in the game. It does als... | [
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5,117 | I found this low temperature filament for 3d printing, [Low Temperature Filament 0.5kg 1.75mm, White](https://www.sainsmart.com/products/low-temperature-filament-0-5kg-1-75mm-white)
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5,131 | I'm very new to 3D printing and I've had numerous failed prints. Sometimes, the print is good but while trying to get it off the base I end up bending or breaking the print.
My question is: How to I print and make it easier to release from the plate?
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5,138 | Are 3D printed gears applicable for industrial use?
I want to print some gears with ABS.
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5,139 | I am writing my own slicer and wonder if there is a mathematical proof that proves that the intersection of the slicing plane with the STL file will only produce closed-loop polygons for every given slicing plane?
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5,145 | Hello I am using Cura to slice my prints, and despite turning the flow rate to the minimum value of 5%, my prints are still hugely over extruding.
I have calibrated the extruder stepper perfectly, using Pronterface, so I do not understand why this is occurring. I have also timed how long it took to extrude a certain ... | [
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5,151 | I'm designing a few mechanisms with OpenSCAD, and one of the parameters that need adjustment between printers/filaments is allowances between pieces that need to be assembled together (for example, if I want a "5 mm diameter pin" to fasten two pieces together, how much larger than 5 mm will the holes / how much smaller... | [
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5,161 | I upgraded from Cura 2.7 to 3.1.0 and I'm getting horrible under extrusion, I'm sure this is the software because I rolled back to 2.7 and everything is working fine again.
My printing is a Robo3D R1+ using the "custom FDM printer" profile.
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5,164 | I have a K280 3D printer with a MKS V1.5 and Repetier firmware.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/yCoXM.jpg "Damaged transistor associated with E0 (3rd one on th... | [
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5,170 | I have built a couple of 3d printers now and I'm having a little trouble with one I'm currently on. I frankensteined this one with two of my other printers that I had built. I took the Arduino mega and ramps 1.4 out of the older one and wired it up to the newer one. When I plug the printer in and try to move the steppe... | [
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5,171 | I just bought new TEVO Tarantula and tried to print xyz cube. I found that my cube's layer was shifted as showed in picture. How can I fix this ?
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5,176 | I work for a company that makes items from plastics.
Many or our current runs are between 500 and 5000 copies, but knowing the company, if we find a good method to do smaller runs, they are willing to see if it is a good commercial option.
At the moment we do use several different methods but the technical people a... | [
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5,183 | I'm trying to print a cylinder with Flashprint. Problem is, that the .stl file i created (with OpenSCAD) is totally ruined once loaded into Flashprint. With ruined I mean the round outline is now with spikes and steps everywhere. And by loaded I mean directly after loading, not even creating the .gx files. The output o... | [
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5,200 | I have a prusa 13 that's shipping in the mail, and I intend to make good use of it, one also own a da vinci jr. and the one time it got so clogged that the extruder itself was filled with pla, with that said I replace the extruder, for the da vinci, but besides that, as for my a prusa, what should I do if the extruder,... | [
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5,212 | I added a custom boot screen to marlin by adding `_Bootscreen.h` to the project root folder and it works fine. The problem is that the custom screen shows quickly and disappear then the marlin boot screen is then displayed for a longer time.
I want to remove the marlin boot screen.
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5,214 | I am new to 3d printing having only recieved it for christmas. The filament is jammed somewhere in the extruder of my Wanhao Duplicator i3 Plus. I have tried removing it with the included hook but was unsuccessful. Is there anything else I should try before I before I dismantle the extruder, which i very much want to a... | [
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5,215 | I have just received a 3D printer for Christmas (Robo R2). I am confused by the sheer amount of settings that I can tweak and I'm hesitant to do so until I know more about them. I was wondering if anybody has any recommendations for literature on:
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5,232 | My Sunhokey Prusa i3 arrived with a corrupted disc. I'm awaiting a new one and finished the mechanical build via YouTube videos.
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5,234 | The bottom of my prints warp/curve upwards, most often at the corners. This is a very slight curve, only about 1-2 mm.
* I print with a raft all the time.
* I don't have a heated bed.
* I print with PLA at 199 °C (390 °F) with a print speed of approximately 40 mm/s
* I have a Sindoh 3DWOX DP201.
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5,236 | I created my model in onshape then exported it to stl file then imported it to simplify 3d to convert to gcode.
However my model didn't go any in fill, it just continue to print layer after layer in the same fasion as the 1st layer.
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5,241 | Whenever a 3D printer that uses linear rails is announced (case in point: the [cetus](https://www.cetus3d.com/cetus-3d-printer.html)), the Internet (well... at least that corner of it dealing with 3D printing) gets abuzz with excitement.
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5,245 | After a long time tweaking my new 3D printer I solved all the unexpected errors and I can print succesful pieces but I am facing a "problem", they are over sized, I found this problem trying to print a Raspberry Pi Case and an smartphone case, the printed pieces are bigger than the objects.
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5,247 | I have a Monoprice Select Mini v2 and it came with a 256 MB SD card. I have a bunch of 16 GB cards. I have made sure that the new SD card has a FAT32 filesystem. I copy the gcode file onto this card and when I put it in the printer, it can't find any files!
And yes, the file is at the root level of the filesystem and ... | [
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5,251 | I have really strange problem. Thing is that my print (first layer) started ok, not good nor perfect but ok and everything was going well but then all of a sudden, near the end of a print, quality drops drastically. I'm not really sure but I think this happened because of under extrusion. I'm not so good with English s... | [
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"text": "> \n> Do anyone have any ideas? What this can be? How can I fix this?\n> \n> \n> \n\nAt least judging from the pictures,... | 2018/01/10 | [
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5,257 | I am still at calibration stage and need some info from the PCB. I connected the USB and ran Repetier. The PCB wants to talk at a higher baud rate than my serial port says it can do. I tried setting the serial port to its highest setting 125k and reduced the PCB baud in Repetier setting to 125k. No joy. PC port reverts... | [
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5,263 | I'm relatively new in the field of 3D printing and design. By now I've created and printed some technical objects with TinkerCAD, but now I've a task, which I don't know how to solve.
I have the following model as STL-file:
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5,268 | As first layer is so important, I am looking for an easy way to generate the gcode to print just the first layer.
I see that with Slic3r you can cut from a Z
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5,271 | Googling 'HDPLA' has so far availed me very little.
<http://3dinsider.com/what-is-pla/> indicates that /all/ modern PLA is 'high density' compared to 'the early days'. But a fellow at the local makerspace indicated that he was specifically using 'HDPLA', with [he claimed] markedly better properties than regular PLA i... | [
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"text": "I doubt that it means very much at all. Filament manufacturers are very tight-lipped about the co-polymers that they a... | 2018/01/12 | [
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5,275 | I've just finished building a new printer and I wanted to take advantage of a 32 bits board I ordered some time ago. The board is an MKS SBase 1.3
I've been researching the Smoothiware firmware but somehow I'm not convinced by it yet. One of the things pulling me off is the Z-Probe behavior. On my Arduino-Marlin 1.1.8... | [
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5,276 | Here is my understanding of Coasting: Coasting stops extruding early in a move so that the string itself will finish the layer.
Here is my understanding of Combing: Combing reduces the need to retract during travel moves by making sure that the nozzle oozes where you want it to on the way to the next point.
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5,285 | I'm attempting to model and print a globe. The semi-circular arm that holds the globe has an outer diameter of 98mm and inner diameter of 92mm, so the arm is fairly thin. The arm has a small hole on either end that fits around a protrusion at each pole of the globe to hold it in place. The hole extends into the arm onl... | [
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"text": "**The flexibility of 3d plastics has a lot to do with the additives manufacturers use**. The same base material with add... | 2018/01/15 | [
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5,294 | So I am trying to get the XSD-Schema from this object. When I open the File I just get something like this code (snippet):
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