GregValiant 1,455
"I guess we will see what happens"
That's the spirit. Dive into the unknown.
The printers are pretty good. Watch as the layers build and if they look incomplete, or the plastic doesn't seem to be coming out smoothly, you can try adjusting the "Flow Rate" from the LCD. If worse comes to worst you can Abort the print from the LCD and try again.
Make sure the build plate is clean. The first layer must have good adhesion to the build plate or it can come free or warp upward, and can cause a failed print.
The basic starter models are Calibration Cubes or a tugboat called a Benchy. The Benchy can be printed (we don't render) without supports and can give a good indication of how your speed and layer cooling are working.
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GregValiant 1,455
The preview is your friend. If you get the settings wrong you may make a mess, but that's about it.
Hot end temperature and bed temperature are dependent on the material. Just use the "Standard" or "Draft" profile to start with. Don't make a lot of changes because that will make it hard to troubleshoot later if you see things in the print that you don't like.
The arrangement of the supports are dependent on the model geometry, and yes, there are over 70 support settings. Start with "Normal" and "Everywhere" and if they look OK go with that. The maximum "Support Overhang Angle" is about 63 degrees. If you set it to 50 - 55 the supports should be sufficient. A Support-Interface is a pattern that goes on top of the main support structure. I use "Grid" at 40 to 60% density for the interface.
Supports can be difficult to remove and leave a scar on the print. You will learn. A hobby knife, some small files, little screwdrivers, needlenose pliers ... tools like that can help get it out of tight places.
I've seen excellent models of the Eiffel Tower. Don't start with one of those. Stick to simple things to start out. There is a learning curve to everything involved in this.
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Alright, given what you said, when should I slice the first time? And when any other times?
You said: Start with "Normal" and "Everywhere" and if they look OK go with that. How do I know it is good?
I set all of the other instructions as advised and I guess we will see what happens when I render for the first time.
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