@DavidJ I've been using a front-end application for Openscad called Graphscad. It's free and uses 'nodes'. For example, put a cube node into the editor, adjust the sizes as needed, press the 'Openscad' button. It writes the OpenScad code so there's no coding, matching braces etc.You can chain nodes together with 'connection' lines and the Openscad generated code is correct. All 'nodes' are writteby jmrobert48 - General
You can write a small Python script and have Slic3r call it. (Print Settings->Output options->Post-processing scripts)by jmrobert48 - Slic3r
Try putting 2 backslashes in the script call within Slic3r, i.e. C:\\temp\\env.batby jmrobert48 - Slic3r
Actually, the steps/mm, acceleration, jerk as well as other values can be changed in the g-code. After the printer behavior is characterized, the changes can be made on a print by print basis, if needed/wanted.by jmrobert48 - General
Regarding the compile/reflash process, it's not required. I just edit the EEPROM value I want to change and restart the processor or reload the values from EEPROM.by jmrobert48 - General
I use an Atmega 2560 and Ramps 1.4 running Marlin firmware. The following statements are based on my experience with this hardware (maybe the most common(?)). The g-code doesn't contain information regarding acceleration or jerk (time spent in acceleration/deceleration and/or distance). That information is only available within the firmware. You will need to know your hardware and firmware reallby jmrobert48 - General
My understanding is the g-code speed, entered in the slicer, is the maximum speed you want the head to move. The firmware will limit the speed to the values set in the firmware. The firmware has move look-ahead function, which it uses to accelerate and decelerate before and after a change in direction. The print head can't stop in one direction and achieve instantanious speed in a different direcby jmrobert48 - General
It's called Z Hop on retraction. I have mine set at .5, which is slightly more than the thickest layer(usually .2) I intend to print.by jmrobert48 - Printing
Sure, I translated it from a perl script I found on the internet (trying to keep all my scripts in one flavor). On the 'Output settings' tab, insert your directory location and full script name in the 'Post-processing scripts' box. Slic3r will run the script after it outputs the g-code.by jmrobert48 - Slic3r
On the 'Printer Settings' menu, under 'Custom G-code' you can have Slic3r insert a gcode either before, or after, or both, a layer change. I have Slic3r insert M117 'Before layer change', then have Slic3r run a python script (post processing) and count the number of 'M117' and then rewrite the gcode file with 'M117 Layer x of nn'. The M117 will display the layer message on a screen attached to thby jmrobert48 - Slic3r
I also use Elmers glue stick on glass. The room the printer is in, at this time of year, is 9-12 C. I've had no problem with print sticking.by jmrobert48 - Printing
Maybe try putting your belts on with a 1/2 twist as they go around the idler. That way belt teeth won't be in contact with the idler.by jmrobert48 - Printing
Both Cura and Slic3r allow you to write a script that would be run on the output of the respective slicer as part of the flow. Your script would have to search the slicer generated Gcode for whatever criteria you want, add whatever change you need and output the modified Gcode. Doing it this way you don't need anything else besides the slicer and your custom script.by jmrobert48 - Experimental
In Repetier-Host, under menu Config is Firmware EEPROM Configuration. This will not only display the values in EEPROM, but allow you to change them.by jmrobert48 - Firmware - Marlin
There are 2 different Repetier's. There is the Repetier firmware you up load to the Arduino/RAMPS board, and there is Repetier Host. Repetier Host installs on your computer. It comes with Slic3r and Cura, both slicing programs. There is another host program for your computer called Pronterface. You will need to load your .stl file into a slicer. The slicer will generate a gcode file which is thenby jmrobert48 - Repetier
Check the diameter of the filament in several places. If it varies then the extruder can't deliver the same volumn of material consistently.by jmrobert48 - Printing
Hi, First, sorry to hear of your health issues, as we get older, these things happen. Second, I live in Show Low, AZ, but will be in the valley this Sat. and Sun. and will be happy to take either or both off your hands. Thanks for offering. Jimby jmrobert48 - General
In Cura, open the expert options. In the lower right corner under Fix Horrible, make sure all 4 options are Not selected.by jmrobert48 - Printing
In Repetier, you can change any value stored in EEPROM. The syntax is as follows: M206 T (type of number) P (address of number) X (value to store) So, for example, to change the extruder steps/mm to 150, you would issue the following: M206 T3 P200 X150by jmrobert48 - Printing
Hi, Also add 0.2 to Lift Z (Printer -> Extruder -> Retraction)by jmrobert48 - Printing
I'm having the same problem. I'm going to check the termister in the hot ent. It might not be seated correctly, worth a look.by jmrobert48 - General Mendel Topics