PLA Problems
All,
sorry for this newb of a question again but i am still on my first roll of pla and am having problems. i just mad a rather large print used about a third roll of filament and was 24.5 hours long. i made some changes based on the outcome and re sliced but the first layer is not ok and idk why i re calibrated but still cant get it to stick it like its rolling up on the nozzle i have cleaned it as good as i can any tips are greatly appreciated
Re: PLA Problems
Hi Kaleb,
the Mk2 Pinda is a contrary beast... there have been descriptions on here before...
as the Pinda heats up, it's sensitivity changes... please believe me...
get into the habit of ALLWAYS raising the extruder to about 60mm above the heat bed, before starting heating...
this will reduce the heating effect of the heatbed...
re do your First layer calibration using the V2 calibration file, or probably better Jeff Jordan's "Life adjust Z my way"
then raise the extruder to 60mm again before starting the peint, and you should have less issues
probably a good idea to clean the heat bed again too... try Dish detergent & water solution and dry well with a clean paper towel
always clean your bed cold... if it's hot, the solvents tend to evaporate before they do any good
once your heatbed is Grease free, you should be able to do consecutive prints without re cleaning the heatbed, Try to keepp your fingers off the heatbed surface, when releasing models, it's surprising how much grease you can get off your fingers...
periodic wipes with Isopropyl Alcohol, & occasional wipes with Acetone, should keep your PEI working for ages, If all else fails, wash again, and consider using the rough side of a CLEAN kitchen sponge or say 600 grit wet and dry...
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
Re: PLA Problems
where is jeff jordans discussion? found it in the forum thanks for the advice i will give it a try
Re: PLA Problems
Cheers Kaleb,
I hope it helps.
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