PETG Support settings for this part
Hello folks,
I printed this part using the default PETG settings and support "Everywhere" in the orientation shown. The support material was very difficult to remove and I ended up damaging the part and will have to reprint it. I'm wondering what the guru's would suggest for support settings?
RE: PETG Support settings for this part
I didn't have the original model, the small holes should self support!
How about
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the suppurt is mostly stopping the print from falling over... than actually letting the model sag onto the supports
regards Joan
I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK
RE: PETG Support settings for this part
@joantabb
Thank you. I will try that. I'm assuming the support setting in that scenario would be "Support on Build Plate Only"
Because the print layers would be at 45 degrees to the horizontal and vertical part orientations it might even serve to make the print stronger.
Should I be altering any speed settings from the default Generic PETG settings?
RE: PETG Support settings for this part
@joantabb
Unfortunately that didn't work out. The print shifted on the bed. I guess I need more surface in contact with the bed.
RE: PETG Support settings for this part
If you have left support settings default may I suggest you change the contact distance from 0.1 to 0.2 or even 0.25. The default is too close and if you look at the tool tab is designed for soluble support structures which petg to petg is not.
RE: PETG Support settings for this part
Hi Lisa, try adding a raft 3 layers thick and a brim of say 10mm
regards Joan
I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK