Help! First Layer Issues
Hello,
I am new to 3d printing. I got my i3 MK3 a few weeks ago and have about 2 days of run time so far.
I am having issues with this part. I'm not sure what to call it. It appears that the first layer wont stick to the print bed? I used Prusa Control and am using Prusament PETG and haven't worked out the Slicer PE settings yet.
I tried with the print bed clean with 99.9% Isopropyl Alcohol and also with the glue stick provided.
The printer is in my garage so about 65F ambient temp, also I haven't cleaned the print bed with Acetone yet, but ordered it so it's on the way.
I built the Ikea enclosure, but I really didn't like the design of the spool on top so will be rebuilding a new one with the stock spool holder still on the machine.
I attached a photo of an example of whats happening
Appreciate the help and advise
Re: Help! First Layer Issues
Hi Zach,
looks like your first layer is uneven
did you use Prusa first layer adjustment?
it's not very easy to use...
I adjust my live Z using two files,
see Jeff Jordan's thread 'life adjust my way' https://shop.prusa3d.com/forum/assembly-and-first-prints-troubleshooting-f62/life-adjust-z-my-way-t2981.html#p124514
the file, 'S3D_calibration_surfaces_75x75@200um_v6.1.zip' is at the bottom of the first post
this adjusts the middle of the bed, then to adjust the edges of the bed I use a 200 mm square hollow square with concentric infill.... have a look at the following thread,
the 200mm square pla file is at the bottom of my post, there
regards Joan
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