So... I came down to the space to try printing a new model for the capacitor bank car battery replacement. I couldn't get the ABS to stick to the print surface. Tried heated surface, cool surface, painter's tape, and kapton tape. Any tips?
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That's a cool idea. I'll let Tim decide if that method is OK on his printer.
First layer is key. Need it to be flat.
I'm going to try to get there today and see if I can't get it adjusted and apply a very smooth layer of painter's tape.
It's an art not a science. Adjusting the 4 thumbscrews while the print is happening is lame and difficult. Id suggest a square test pattern to get it leveled then focus on final print.
Also another clue: what is different about the print environment vs the time you last printed successfully? Be sure and turn up the hvac heat ahead of time...and cover the 3 sides of the printer with paper to keep the build volume warmer and less drafty.
Will do!