Need to print a quarter inch square rod 11 inches long
Guys I'm trying to figure out how to print a relatively strong square rod that's either a 1/4" or 1/2" square and 11" long. My concern is the direction of the print head travel which will affect the strength. I'm using an Mk3S printer so the rod has to be at an angle on the bed so it fits. Should I just print with 100% infill and let it rip or is there some way to slice it that might prove to be stronger? Any thoughts would be much appreciated.
Thanks!!
RE: Need to print a quarter inch square rod 11 inches long
I printed a similar rod some time ago, I used lots of top and bottom layers so that there were no infill layers and I changed the infill to zero degrees
to reduce the chances of warping along the long length
regards Joan
see project file below
I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility.Location Halifax UK
RE: Need to print a quarter inch square rod 11 inches long
That information is exactly what I needed to continue helping a friend with a project. Thanks so much for being so helpful and God bless you!! 😀
RE: Need to print a quarter inch square rod 11 inches long
When you said "I changed the infill to zero degrees to reduce the chances of warping along the long length" were you referring to the Fill Angle under Advanced on the Infill screen?
Thanks again!
RE: Need to print a quarter inch square rod 11 inches long
Yes
regards Joan
I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility.Location Halifax UK