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by Matt_Sharkey
Sun Feb 08, 2015 3:55 am
Forum: Getting Started
Topic: I cant seem to get nice prints
Replies: 12
Views: 15433

Re: I cant seem to get nice prints

1. Are you using anything on the glass? Try hairspray or glue stick or diluted white glue. Bare glass will work for a few prints, but it will quickly stop holding on tight enough to prevent peeling up unless kept meticulously clean. 2. You are probably printing too far from the bed. Get a set of fe...
by Matt_Sharkey
Sun Feb 08, 2015 3:22 am
Forum: Getting Started
Topic: I cant seem to get nice prints
Replies: 12
Views: 15433

Re: I cant seem to get nice prints

Can I hijack this thread a bit: i have similar print issues. I dont have access to my configs until Monday though. Support bases tend to peel up, this is a really bad case of it: (as an aside i feel like where the infill meets the perimeter could be better.) 15846294214_5c73480fc2_z.jpg Overall qual...
by Matt_Sharkey
Sun Feb 01, 2015 5:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Project phone screen onto ceiling..?
Replies: 4
Views: 6998

Re: Project phone screen onto ceiling..?

I would recommend a projector connected to an apple airplay (for iphone) or similar device.

Our classrooms all have Airplays in them so if I need a quick video I just use my iPhone. works pretty well.
by Matt_Sharkey
Wed Jan 28, 2015 11:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do I prep Printer for Non Use
Replies: 5
Views: 6294

Re: How do I prep Printer for Non Use

Hey Nettjs, I'm in a similar situation. I'm helping the STEM program in my school with running their 3D printer. Unfortunately I didn't get the glory of unpacking the M2 myself so I have no pictures or experience to go off of for "Summer-izing" my printer. Care to post relevant pictures here or else...
by Matt_Sharkey
Sat Jan 24, 2015 8:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need some advice on how to respond
Replies: 26
Views: 32677

Re: Need some advice on how to respond

Interesting to read through this thread.

Back on topic: If you ever get a bad rating again, just remember it could be a good thing...
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by Matt_Sharkey
Tue Jan 20, 2015 3:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need an extruder drive printed
Replies: 8
Views: 8412

Re: Need an extruder drive printed

Thanks for the update Insta, I think USPS was off on Monday so Ill check tonight when I get home.
by Matt_Sharkey
Mon Jan 19, 2015 12:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need an extruder drive printed
Replies: 8
Views: 8412

Re: Need an extruder drive printed

I would PM Insta. He is helping me out with the extruder motor mount.

p.s. Mods could we get a sub forum for requesting printed parts from other members. maybe with an established value of the part?
by Matt_Sharkey
Fri Jan 16, 2015 3:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modified Ikea enclosure
Replies: 55
Views: 106629

Re: Modified Ikea enclosure

I haven't really had any problems with warping, so I'm not sure what problem I'm trying to solve. I think I'm trying to jusify to myself to spend the money on more gadgety electronics to hook up... My advice is stop justifying and just do. (not really sure why I have a triple GTX 480 watercooled se...
by Matt_Sharkey
Thu Jan 15, 2015 3:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Image or design Infill
Replies: 7
Views: 7662

Re: Image or design Infill

okay Tim, I'll give it a shot once i get my extruder mount figured out. printing has been put on hold :(
by Matt_Sharkey
Wed Jan 14, 2015 11:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Image or design Infill
Replies: 7
Views: 7662

Re: Image or design Infill

so i guess a point here is that i dont want to use the 3d printer to make a 3d object, rather i would like to use the 3d printer as a 2d printer, that can print a representation of an image using the typical toolpath. I think I may have an idea on how to work around this...