Getting a good print

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Tips and tricks to 3D printing

Additive manufacturing is not a magical process. The physics of classical mechanics, thermal dynamics and fluid mechanics are all fairly well understood. The difference between traditional (subtractive) manufacturing and 3D printing (additive) manufacturing is the application of the physics involved. Below is a study of the science and art of physics applied to 3D printing.

Importance of the first layer

The layer wise building process of 3D printing relies on a flat building surface. The first layer deposited on the build plate is the foundation for the whole print.

Taking the time to ensure the build plate is flat and parallel to the head movement
Setting the Z home position for the build plate
Calibrating the filament feed rate
Rough calibration
Fine calibration
Printing overhangs