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nic
 nic
(@nic-3)
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Filament change before ironing

Is it possible to add a filament change mid-layer so that the ironed surfaces are a different color?

In the attached photo, I would like the angled fins to be printed in the same colors as the rest of the tail section. Then, I would like to do the ironing in a different color. Finally, returning to the original color for the rest of the print.

Begin layer w/ color X => Switch to Y for ironing => Switch to X for next layer

I know how to change filament at layer height X, but I'm not sure if I can do what I described.

Posted : 13/02/2021 2:17 am
towlerg
(@towlerg)
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RE: Filament change before ironing

I suspect ironing in a different colour would look horrible. When ironing, the high points of the previous layer are remelted and the low parts are filled by a combination of new filament and remelted. At least, that how I think it works, happy to be corrected if I'm wrong.

This post was modified 4 years ago by towlerg
Posted : 13/02/2021 11:08 am
nic
 nic
(@nic-3)
Eminent Member
Topic starter answered:
RE: Filament change before ironing

@towlerg

That sounds right. Thanks for the reply.

Posted : 13/02/2021 8:18 pm
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