I’ve started getting a weird “wave” pattern on the top layer of some of my prints. I can’t figure it out.
I have been printing pottery forms for my wife lately. The last several I’ve printed have had a strange wave pattern intermittently on the topmost layer. I thought maybe it needed some maintenance - so I greased the bearings, and ran the z-axis print test - it seemed fine. I didn’t do the test with the piece of paper under the nozzle though.
I have an MK3s printer.
I am using new PLA, and I’ve updated the firmware to the latest, and am using the latest version of PrusaSlicer.
I am wondering if perhaps I have a belt tension issue? I would appreciate any thoughts.
RE: I’ve started getting a weird “wave” pattern on the top layer of some of my prints. I can’t figure it out.
what does The bottom look like?
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Chuck H
3D Printer Review Blog
RE: I’ve started getting a weird “wave” pattern on the top layer of some of my prints. I can’t figure it out.
The bottom is perfect! Flat, smooth, just lovely. I‘m wondering if I should just do a complete calibration and see if that helps?
RE: I’ve started getting a weird “wave” pattern on the top layer of some of my prints. I can’t figure it out.
I wonder if you are over extruding.
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Chuck H
3D Printer Review Blog
RE: I’ve started getting a weird “wave” pattern on the top layer of some of my prints. I can’t figure it out.
I wouldn‘t know how to figure that out. Is that something that can be configured for top layers? It only seems to happen on large, flat top layers. If i print detailed things like an articulating dragon, no issues. Just the large flat faces, and always the top layer. I know there are settings in Prusa Slicer for top layers, could you recommend some settings?
RE: I’ve started getting a weird “wave” pattern on the top layer of some of my prints. I can’t figure it out.
Adjust the extrusion modifier up and down in the slicer and see if it improves or worsens.
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Chuck H
3D Printer Review Blog