Notifications
Clear all

Support settings donut  

  RSS
TomBres23
(@tombres23)
Active Member
Support settings donut

I try to print a donut like this one

Material is PETG-CF. But the bottom side is not looking good because the support is too close and connected with the model.

I tried to increase z distance to 0.4mm and xy distance to 0.5mm but not good enough.

What support settings would you recommend for pattern, overhang, pattern spacing, angle.. for the bottom side of a donut printed with PETG-CF?

 

This topic was modified 3 months ago 2 times by TomBres23
Posted : 03/09/2024 8:51 am
JoanTabb
(@joantabb)
Veteran Member Moderator
RE: Support settings donut

An option is to split the donut and print the flat parts on the build plate

Donut

In the project file above, I added 3 offset plugs, to help locate the parts for gluing

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

Posted : 03/09/2024 9:44 am
FoxRun3D
(@foxrun3d)
Famed Member
RE: Support settings donut

Anything CF is going to be a pain with overhangs. I usually prefer not to split my models but if you really need to use CF filament for some reason, I'd go that way. Or try slowing the print way down but even then I wouldn't be holding my breath.

Formerly known on this forum as @fuchsr -- until all hell broke loose with the forum software...

Posted : 03/09/2024 10:51 am
TomBres23
(@tombres23)
Active Member
Topic starter answered:
RE: Support settings donut

 

Posted by: @foxrun3d

Anything CF is going to be a pain with overhangs. I usually prefer not to split my models but if you really need to use CF filament for some reason, I'd go that way. Or try slowing the print way down but even then I wouldn't be holding my breath.

It is necessary to print it from the bottom. Well the main issue is that the PETG-CF seems to shrink because of the support. Is is a good idea to decrease the density of the support and the support interface? Which settings?

Posted : 03/09/2024 1:23 pm
Share: