print with suport

[claudiunyc 0]

Hello,

I'm trying to print something with suport but after I remove the suport the face isn't smooth.

What can I do to solve this problem.

Thanks

 

[anon4321 16]

I don't know if there is much you can do. You can try adding support through Meshmixer which uses a different technique and can analyze the model to reorient it for optimized support.

 

[skint 61]

Maybe you have tried printing in a different orientation? Or using mesh mixer to create alternative supports? Maybe split the part in two, so that you do not require supports? Post a pic of what you are printing

 

[gr5 2,192]

Post a pic of what you are printing

 

That.

 

[gr5 2,192]

If the surface isn't too complicated you can sand it but that turns the PLA white. I've never tried this next thing but people say you can reheat with a heat gun to get the color back. Better to not use support at all.

 

[claudiunyc 0]

Thanks.

I understand. I can't make the part with suport because the face must be smooth. So I will split in two and put some glue.

Keep in touch.

 

[illuminarti 18]

Mineral oil is also good for restoring the surface finish on sanded PLA.

 

[claudiunyc 0]

Thanks Iluminarti. I will take into account.

Here is the part I was talking about: https://www.mediafire.com/?9wrg7o69ldf4t2r