Need To Avoid Melting Printer While Printing ABS
I need to print many ABS parts for a build project but I have seen in two places now that there is a risk of melting the printed components of my MK3 printer while doing so if I place my printer in an enclosure. However, I need to deal with the complexities of printing ABS and want to minimize drafts, have even and good enough temperature, and filter fumes so I'm wanting to use an enclosure. Does anyone have any tips for how I should approach this so I don't melt my MK3 in the process?
Best Answer by Cwmatt:
What kind of enclosure are you planning to print in? I have a lack enclosure that I print ABS and ASA parts in with my MK3S and Mini+, which works very well. I’ve printed hundreds of parts with no issues or damage to the machines. Since the enclosure is passively heated by the heat bed of the printer, the printed parts on your printer should be fine as the lack enclosure really only reaches low to mid 30°C during printing from my experience.
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RE: Need To Avoid Melting Printer While Printing ABS
What kind of enclosure are you planning to print in? I have a lack enclosure that I print ABS and ASA parts in with my MK3S and Mini+, which works very well. I’ve printed hundreds of parts with no issues or damage to the machines. Since the enclosure is passively heated by the heat bed of the printer, the printed parts on your printer should be fine as the lack enclosure really only reaches low to mid 30°C during printing from my experience.
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I agree with @camberwell.co. I don't think you're going to melt your printer.
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Well, now that Prusa has announced an enclosure, I will probably use that. And, I will just go with it and see how it goes. I appreciate the couple responses I've received
What kind of enclosure are you planning to print in? I have a lack enclosure that I print ABS and ASA parts in with my MK3S and Mini+, which works very well. I’ve printed hundreds of parts with no issues or damage to the machines. Since the enclosure is passively heated by the heat bed of the printer, the printed parts on your printer should be fine as the lack enclosure really only reaches low to mid 30°C during printing from my experience.
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Well, now that Prusa has announced an enclosure, I will probably use that
Why not (besides the price). But the advice given before is as valid as ever: keep the door open when printing PLA.