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by mlr53
Thu Aug 30, 2018 2:07 pm
Forum: Tech Support
Topic: M2 E Max Temp Err
Replies: 2
Views: 4008

Re: M2 E Max Temp Err

None of the plastic laid on the bed looks to be overheated. No sign of over temp other than the err message and the printer shuts down.
by mlr53
Thu Aug 30, 2018 2:06 pm
Forum: Tech Support
Topic: M2 E Max Temp Err
Replies: 2
Views: 4008

M2 E Max Temp Err

Looking for help on this one. My M2 E starting throwing an error message of "Max Temp" and then shutting down part way thru laying the raft. What do I look for to fix this issue?
by mlr53
Tue May 15, 2018 5:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Setting in S3D to raise/lower bed on startup?
Replies: 3
Views: 6807

Re: Setting in S3D to raise/lower bed on startup?

In S3D when editing the process, under the G Code tab, There is a global g code offset setting for the X, Y, and Z axis. adding or subtracting to the Z axis setting should do what you are looking for.
by mlr53
Thu May 18, 2017 4:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Distortion on early layers
Replies: 3
Views: 6143

Re: Distortion on early layers

Insta, Your suggestions worked. Thanks
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by mlr53
Tue May 16, 2017 3:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Distortion on early layers
Replies: 3
Views: 6143

Re: Distortion on early layers

Thanks Insta, I'll give that a try.
by mlr53
Mon May 15, 2017 9:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Distortion on early layers
Replies: 3
Views: 6143

Distortion on early layers

IMG_0755.jpg I am having trouble printing a gear. The teeth start off distorted then as the layers progress they begin printing correctly. I am printing with ABS filament. I have tried two different rolls of two different colors both with the same results. I have a PEI surface on my glass bed, and ...
by mlr53
Tue Dec 06, 2016 5:58 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: PEI Bed Surface
Replies: 161
Views: 181895

Re: PEI Bed Surface

Has anyone else tried the PEI film from CS Hyde co? 3 mil. Ultem®/PEI with 3M™ Acrylic adhesive- Ultem®/PEI (polyetherimide) has struck the 3D printing world as a high performance material for 3D printing beds. Ultem®/PEI film enables 3D printing enthusiasts to produce both ABS and PLA prints. This ...
by mlr53
Mon Dec 05, 2016 11:10 pm
Forum: Filament
Topic: 3DXTech Carbon fiber infused abs
Replies: 18
Views: 26056

Re: 3DXTech Carbon fiber infused abs

I've run over 5 rolls of the CF filament and haven't had any problems with layer separation. Also haven't seen any wear on the .35 SS nozzle. I normally run it at 220 to 230 temp setting. The parts a very impact resistant, but once you reach the limit, they snap like they are brittle since the CF is...
by mlr53
Wed Oct 05, 2016 9:23 pm
Forum: Tech Support
Topic: Barrel mod for printing flexable filament
Replies: 17
Views: 16203

Re: Barrel mod for printing flexable filament

Thanks, that worked. Have it open in cadd and able to manipulate it. As I modify it, I'll post some pics and how it works out.
by mlr53
Wed Oct 05, 2016 8:44 pm
Forum: Tech Support
Topic: Barrel mod for printing flexable filament
Replies: 17
Views: 16203

Re: Barrel mod for printing flexable filament

When I go to the STEP file on github and click on it, it shows a txt file full of code, but I haven't figured out how to download the STEP file.