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Re: Remodeling my existing printer for better prints - 1 year ago
I have never had a clog like that but I have seen the first layer pop off and create a mess around the nozzle. The extruder keeps pumping fresh filament onto a layer that is attached to the nozzle and ... presto. That image is far beyond anything like I have ever had though. Thanks to this thread I have been looking into Klipper a bit and I like what I have read about it. Are there any klipperby Godzilleni - General
Re: Remodeling my existing printer for better prints - 1 year ago
QuoteDragonFire Measure the belts too. One cheap trick manufacturers do is use quarter inch wide, which have a slightly different pitch to G2 6mm belts. It's not a huge difference but it does not work as well as using correct belt size. Good call. One of the them measured at 6.35mm (1/4 inch). I will give this one a replacement as and see what kind of results come from that. ty QuoteDriver cby Godzilleni - General
Remodeling my existing printer for better prints - 1 year ago
Hi, I am currently trying to rebuild an existing printer to be more Prusa-like. Ive gotten a few DIY printer sets and understand the basics behind the setup and maintenance, but none of my sets are quite as refined as my Prusa Mini+. What I would like to do is add smooth rods and LM8UU for increased stability, as well as a belt-driven z-axis with dual lead screws. I know I can function on my cby Godzilleni - General