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by Explorer74
Mon Oct 09, 2017 12:36 pm
Forum: Tech Support
Topic: M3 Dual + Simplify 3D = Second head can't print?
Replies: 8
Views: 15415

Re: M3 Dual + Simplify 3D = Second head can't print?

There are Simplify3D profiles and factory files for the MakerGear M3ID. Check the MakerGear wiki or e-mail support. They are very helpful. I have been having a blast with mine :)
by Explorer74
Sat Oct 07, 2017 10:06 pm
Forum: Tech Support
Topic: PVA for support problems
Replies: 4
Views: 8493

Re: PVA for support problems

Okay, status report :-) I think I finally have this working. I have done away with the prime pillar and using 3 outlines for the ooze shield. That was still giving problems because the PVA was oozing out of extruder what it waited for all the PLA to print. I again contacted Simplify3D and then gave ...
by Explorer74
Wed Oct 04, 2017 5:50 pm
Forum: Tech Support
Topic: PVA for support problems
Replies: 4
Views: 8493

Re: PVA for support problems

Actually, I have a 1mm retraction verticle lift. Probably too much. I also contacted Simplify3D. They had some good suggestions. First, use PLA for the supports and only use PVA for the dense support just before it contacts the model. Second, don't use a prime pillar. Add a couple more layers to the...
by Explorer74
Tue Oct 03, 2017 7:49 pm
Forum: Tech Support
Topic: PVA for support problems
Replies: 4
Views: 8493

PVA for support problems

I'm trying to use PVA for support on a MakerGear M3 Independent Dual. I have a prime pillar and ooze shield. The problem I'm having is that the PVA is not very strong and part way through the print the prime pillar break off at one of the PVA layers and the extruders start spitting plastic all over ...
by Explorer74
Fri Sep 08, 2017 7:55 pm
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: First Print on new M3 Dual
Replies: 13
Views: 45372

Re: First Print on new M3 Dual

I downloaded the .stl file for the Aztec Calendar from MyMiniFactory https://www.myminifactory.com/object/az ... tone-43009. I designed the stand myself with Autodeck Fusion 360 (free)
by Explorer74
Tue Aug 29, 2017 10:34 pm
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: First Print on new M3 Dual
Replies: 13
Views: 45372

Re: First Print on new M3 Dual

I just got the profiles for the dual printing. I'll upload pictures when I get them. The Aztec calendar was printed with the black filament that came with the printer. I painted the entire print with a dark brown/bronze and then dry brushed a metallic gold over that. Then I designed and printed a st...
by Explorer74
Sat Aug 26, 2017 6:22 pm
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: First Print on new M3 Dual
Replies: 13
Views: 45372

First Print on new M3 Dual

Well I got my M3 Independent Dual the other day and have been having a blast with it. It is a fabulous printer. The profiles for Simplify3D are not out yet for the M3ID, but I had this highly detailed file for the Aztec Calendar. This has so much detail in it that slicing took almost an hour. The pr...