Bed Leveling - new Build
Thanks to the advice on my previous thread and the forums as a whole, Im almost done with my Kossel Mini build! I've run the autoprobe, calibrated for the size and off-set from my hot-end and I think...
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I'm doing a new build as well, so i'm no expert, but it sounds like your symptoms are similar to what I was experiencing. I'm building a Kossel, which should be close to a rostock if I remember right....
View ArticleRe: Hybrid Delta-Cartesian
I can see use in lack of leadscrews, yeah. That's actually a fair use for it, cutting cost. I have seen other non-leadscrew systems, however, and still question if this would be a real solution beyond...
View ArticleRe: Perfect Build Surface For PLA?
I have some paper "application tape" from my vinyl cutting process that I lay down on either acrylic or glass. It has a porous enough surface to take the PLA quite nicely. Search GreenStar Layflat...
View ArticleRe: Mini Kossel control issues
I've been using Repetier Host for my USB-based printing control. I have done several prints longer than 6 hours (mostly vases) without any problems. I also have the same hardware/firmware and I use...
View ArticleRe: Question about making a delta 3d printer taller.
Using bar stool tops for your frame will be your undoing. They are not meant for this type of application. I am not going to recommend that you replace them, I am going to TELL you to replace them...
View ArticleSpeedy Corners
Printing vases seem to have an odd problem on my Kossel Mini - there are tight corners in which the print head movement is very fast. It causes thin strands to form. I'm using Slic3r. The only setting...
View ArticleKossel Mini Problem
Hello, I'm having some difficulty with the setup of the Kossel Mini. I am unable to get the printer to home with g28 or otherwise, even though manual movement seems to generally work just fine. The...
View ArticleRe: Question about making a delta 3d printer taller.
Quotejaguarking11 As for the wood, well as you pointed it out its not exactly the best material, however this is a work in progress. I am planing on a upgrade to steel or aluminum ends for the printer...
View ArticleRe: Kossel Mini Problem
Ensure that your X, Y and Z endstops match the X, Y and Z motors. In other words, the X endstop should be on the same vertical extrusion as your X stepper and the same for Y and Z. If they're not...
View ArticleRe: Speedy Corners
I've seen that too, both with my Kossel and my first cartesian (Makibox) So that's two differnt firmwares and styles ofprinter doing the same thing... I thought it might be something to do with the...
View ArticleRe: Rostock mini pro, problem with movements
hey there its me again! the printer now works! thank you guys for your help! i only need to calibrate some stuff... any tips on fixing the printing base plate? i use printers tape and the pla seems to...
View ArticleRe: Rostock mini pro, problem with movements
I used two large binder clips on my build plate, though it reduces the size of the print area...fan was hitting one of the clips, hence only using two clips. Still trying to get my printer working...
View ArticleRe: Speedy Corners
I have had this too. It appears to be a fault in Slic3r's spiral vase mode. I re-sliced in Cura and the print was fine.
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Re: Perfect Build Surface For PLA?
i have been experimenting with another material for the build surface.,. It is a vinyl sticker which has a texture like carbon fiber... The pla sticks great to in on a cold glass bed and comes out...
View ArticleMarlin Autoprobe checklist
I don't think my RichieC Marlin's Auto calibration is set up correctly. Can someone running me through the process. I'm running RAMPS 1.4. I have a micro switch connected to Z-Min (pin 18) Not sure if...
View ArticleRe: Perfect Build Surface For PLA?
I actually experimented with the same thing and got great results. But I've started using other filaments like ABS and ABS/PA alloy which require a hot, hot bed. It ended up pulling up the vinyl wrap...
View ArticleRe: Speedy Corners
Slic3r is probably detecting that as a bridge and traveling at whatever your bridge settings are. I think there's a setting for turning that off (Detect as Bridge?) or you could just change the bridge...
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