woodworker2001 wrote: ↑

Fri Jan 04, 2019 8:20 pm

I finally found this link. It is a great easy way to reset the initial Z height

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/4et2bvwry3bc ... J5-Ja?dl=0

Can you explain what's going on here? Not about to click on a link with no explanation behind it.

This procedure is not specific to Makergear or S3D.

I have made two attempts to laminate with silicone and both have failed. The first was a technique issue - I don't have a press so I'm using multiple woodworking clamps. I had two issue with my first attempt - I poured the entire amount of adhesive in the center of the plate, but it never worked its...

jferguson wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 07, 2018 10:35 pm

Hi Karl,
3/4 inch seems pretty substantial.

This is tooling for clamping to ensure flatness when bonded - not using it on the printer. My build plate is 1/4" - the thinnest cast plate available.

I've had good luck printing nylon on a GAROLITE LE linen phenolic build plate. You might also try glue stick.

I've wanted to get some heavy plates for clamping build surfaces for a long time - today I finally broke down and ordered them. A pair of 12x12x3/4" MIC6 plates - from McMaster. I found they also have glass spacer beads - .01" diameter. A 1-oz size bottle for $11 - so I ordered those too. A little s...

It's tough to get a perfectly clean clear or white PETG print.
To minimize nozzle pick-up I run with zero z-lift. Each lift generally creates a tiny string that will pick up on the nozzle next lap. I also keep travel moves over the part to keep ooze from depositing on the outer layer.

I have considered trying some sort of bond, because you are right - the tape only works for a while. I have a PEI sheet now that needs to be re-bonded - not for an M2 though - it's 12"x12". Needing heavier plates for clamping is also a deterrent for me ... just more $$$. Sounds like you have a great...

Thanks Zimlin! But what about belt tension? I have them looser than they were from the factory but not sure how loose is too loose. I basically pulled them thight enough to take out any slack but only about 1/2 the original PULLEM tight tension.. Belt tension on timing/toothed belts is not that cri...

Here's how I fixed it:
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=6428&p=35862