Strange layer problem
Hello,
I've put this printer together without problems thanks to the very good manual (and candy 😀 )
Calibration was no problem, only had some trouble getting the first layer to stick in the calibration.
But when I print larger items I get the following problem (I tried googling for it but I don't know if there's a specific term that might be useful to search with)
I've tried setting the extrusion rate to 105% but no difference (in fact it seems to have made it worse), I've tried both the slic3r and prusa control software, no luck. All other settings default, fine detail
The first time I thought it might be some temperature or draft so I put the printer in the heating room in the basement with no change of draft or temperature changes. No luck.
What I do notice is that my first layer stick very strongly to the metal sheet and I have to pry it loose, often separating it from the rest of the model;
Any hints or models I can use to calibrate would be greatly appreciated (this one is a bit big for calibration as it prints 2h30)
Thanks in advance!
Re: Strange layer problem
I don't think this is over/underextrusion.
This looks like you are cooling to much and the material is crackling.
Please tell us more obout the filament and your slicer-settings.
Thomas
Re: Strange layer problem
Are you printing ABS?
This looks like ABS printed on a printer without enclosure. In addition, don`t use the fan at 100% when you print ABS, rate it down to 20-30%
ABS gets very strong tensions inside when cooling down, thats also the reason why it tends to warp.
Re: Strange layer problem
For models there are temp calibration towers that can print quite quickly. These are also thin so will show up your problem sooner.