first layer issue with printing
got everything assembled ..
bed is level in all directions
I cannot get a good first layer with PLA. Tried glue stick, hair spray... no dice
z offset -1.284 which seems to big . I adjust through this test print and it never looks nice. Tried multiple filament samples
downloaded bigger test pattern and look like below
what should i try next
RE: first layer issue with printing
It might seem that way, but it is probably not. Try going even deeper until you see an improvement.
z offset -1.284 which seems to big .
RE: first layer issue with printing
It does look like it's bit high.
When I got my first printer and I had same struggling to get right. When you go through calibration, keep increase till you see a thin line "mild" flat. You probably have to run several calibration to get it right. See this link: https://help.prusa3d.com/article/first-layer-calibration-i3_112364
RE: first layer issue with printing
It took me at least ten attempts to reach a Z-offset that worked well with my smooth steel bed (currently -1.375) using basic Prusa filament. Even then, the little rectangular flag at the end of the first-layer calibration wasn't what I would call completely solid; it had a very even look to it though, with no lumps or openings.
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Why are you using hairspray, gluestick and what not?
You shouldn't need them when printing PLA on the smooth sheet.
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RE: first layer issue with printing
Like rocketArt, my Z is -1.375 and the prints are very good. I would suggest that setting and not use anything other than the smooth sheet itself. I am using Prusament PLA with all the stock settings
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