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Brad Luyster  
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 More options Oct 24 2012, 8:58 am
From: Brad Luyster <bradluys...@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, 24 Oct 2012 08:58:18 -0400
Local: Wed, Oct 24 2012 8:58 am
Subject: Re: {LVL1} Problem printing with ABS on Makerbot Replicator
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It looks like you're using the "Default" settings.  Try the "Accelerated
Default" settings.  You might also try applying a slurry of ABS plastic and
acetone to the build platform (you can find instructions for how to do this
on the Makerbot forums and other places).  I know you mentioned that you
had leveled and calibrated your build platform, but you may try that again.
 ABS is much less forgiving than PLA.

On Wed, Oct 24, 2012 at 8:54 AM, Charlton Braganza <cbraga...@gmail.com>wrote:

> Brad,

> I've tried different models (key panel, snyder courthouse) without rafts
> and a couple with rafts.

> I have not made any changes to "default" configurations in the Replicator
> G (possibly it?). I did try Makerware too with no success.
> On Wed, Oct 24, 2012 at 7:08 AM, Brad Luyster <bradluys...@gmail.com>wrote:

>> What does your model look like?  Are you trying to print with or without
>> a raft? Are you using one of the "Default" configurations in G-Code
>> generation in Replicator G?

>> On Wed, Oct 24, 2012 at 1:50 AM, kannaballistic <cbraga...@gmail.com>wrote:

>>> I am stuck with being unable to print with ABS on a dual
>>> extruder Makerbot Replicator and would appreciate any suggestions.
>>> Currently, I have the printer on a stable surface and it does print
>>> perfectly when using PLA filament. The ABS plastic extrudes but doesn't
>>> stick to the heated build surface. Things done so far:

>>> a) Ensure that the build surface is level and the nozzles are calibrated.
>>> b) Check to ensure the ABS filament is properly inserted and extrudes
>>> during the test
>>> c) Take apart and clean the step struder.
>>> d) I've tried to print different models (off of a connected PC or memory
>>> card)
>>> e) Replace the Kapton tape.

>>> Temperatures seems correct with 220 on each extruder and 110 on the
>>> build surface.

>>> Suggestions?


 
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