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Posted · Newbie question: is glue applied to hot or cold build plate?

Unless I've missed it, I've not found the answer to this anywhere. What do you do when printing with glue?

Thank you.

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    Posted · Newbie question: is glue applied to hot or cold build plate?

    Personally I do it when the plate is cool. I find the glue gets a bit too messy if you do it when it's hot. If you want a very even layer, apply the glue while cold, use a damp cloth to spread the glue around and then heat the plate up. As the water evaporates it'll leave an even thin film of glue behind.

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    Posted · Newbie question: is glue applied to hot or cold build plate?

    Thanks. Have you by any chance used Geert Keteleer's salt water method on your build plate?

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