3D Print Troubleshooting: Difference between revisions
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=== Moisture in Filament === | === Moisture in Filament === | ||
Our filament mostly isn't stored in an airtight container. This means that the filament will absorb water over time. Hydrolysis is when a water molecule breaks a plastic polymer chain. The water can also vaporize and create air bubbles and voids. This affects print quality in every aspect: | Our filament mostly isn't stored in an airtight container. This means that the filament will absorb water over time. Hydrolysis is when a water molecule breaks a plastic polymer chain. The water can also vaporize and create air bubbles and voids. This affects print quality in every aspect: | ||
# Loss of strength | # Loss of strength (material becomes brittle) | ||
# Poor finish | # Poor finish | ||
# Poor adhesion between layers | # Poor adhesion between layers | ||
# Poor adhesion to the bed. | # Poor adhesion to the bed. | ||
# Failed prints. | # Failed prints. | ||
=== Filament will not load === | |||
Filament intake tension may be insufficient. This is typically adjusted via a long bolt inside of a spring. | |||
=== Print head movement stalls during calibration === | |||
Something may be physically keeping bed from traveling to limit. Limit switches may not be operating correctly. | |||
=== PLA === | === PLA === | ||
