Random Layer skip during print
Random Layer skip during print
During some of my prints I get what seems like a random layer skip on certain parts of the model. I am using hatchbox pla filament. Whats odd is it doesn't happen on all of the "islands" that are being printed. One side of the object looks fine and when you turn to the other side you see a gap. I've attached a phone to show what is happening. Any thoughts or suggestions on what to do is appreciated.
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Re: Random Layer skip during print
Is that a ThingVerse or similar download? Sometimes those 3D models are not completely printable.
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Re: Random Layer skip during print
You should check the gcode preview to see if the gap shows up in the sliced model. If it does, try running it through a repair program before slicing. This one works well: https://netfabb.azurewebsites.net
Re: Random Layer skip during print
Is that a ThingVerse or similar download? Sometimes those 3D models are not completely printable.
Yes it is a Thingiverse download, but i know that it is printable as I've made about 10 of these for family and friends and it doesn't show up on all of them and when the skip does occur its not always in the same place. Sometimes it can be on layer 20 and others around layer 200.
You should check the gcode preview to see if the gap shows up in the sliced model. If it does, try running it through a repair program before slicing. This one works well: https://netfabb.azurewebsites.net
When looking in the gcode preview it doesn't show any missed layers. I stepped through it layer by layer. Before I started printing these I ran the model through netfab and did not show where it needed any repairs.
All other thoughts are appreciated.
Thanks,
Chad
Yes it is a Thingiverse download, but i know that it is printable as I've made about 10 of these for family and friends and it doesn't show up on all of them and when the skip does occur its not always in the same place. Sometimes it can be on layer 20 and others around layer 200.
You should check the gcode preview to see if the gap shows up in the sliced model. If it does, try running it through a repair program before slicing. This one works well: https://netfabb.azurewebsites.net
When looking in the gcode preview it doesn't show any missed layers. I stepped through it layer by layer. Before I started printing these I ran the model through netfab and did not show where it needed any repairs.
All other thoughts are appreciated.
Thanks,
Chad
Re: Random Layer skip during print
Is the filament diameter uniform? (Filament diameter swung up/down a little in that spot and it stopped extruding?) Filament tangle on the spool? Partial clog? (Do you run a filament Dust Catcher?) Filament Drive Screw tension correct? Speeds correct?
Do you see anything happening when it hits one of those spots?
Could be any of those things. Might want to try a different filament, slow it down, increase the extruder temp by a few degrees, (3) and/or clean out the nozzle.
You know....the usual list of suspects.
Do you see anything happening when it hits one of those spots?
Could be any of those things. Might want to try a different filament, slow it down, increase the extruder temp by a few degrees, (3) and/or clean out the nozzle.
You know....the usual list of suspects.