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# On the first layer, the filament is too squished and the nozzle is rubbing on the bed ('''If this is the case IMMEDIATELY stop the print!''') | # On the first layer, the filament is too squished and the nozzle is rubbing on the bed ('''If this is the case IMMEDIATELY stop the print!''') | ||
# Filament is warping during the print | # Filament is warping during the print | ||
* If you notice symptoms 1 or 2 occurring, the nozzle is not close enough to the bed. | * If you notice symptoms 1 or 2 occurring, the nozzle is not close enough to the bed. | ||
* If you notice symptoms 3 or 4 occurring, the nozzle is too close to the bed. | * If you notice symptoms 3 or 4 occurring, the nozzle is too close to the bed. | ||
Revision as of 13:01, 20 November 2020
Unlevel beds are a common issue with most FDM 3D printers. Because these beds sit on springs and are generally exposed to large heat fluctuations, beds can easily become unlevel with time.
- Note, this page is currently under construction
Symptoms of an Unlevel Bed
If a 3D printer has an unlevel bed, there are a few symptoms that may arise.
- Filament does not stick to the bed and "spaghettifies" (see Figure 1)
- Filament is not properly "squished" between layers (see Figure 2)
- On the first layer, the filament is too squished and the nozzle is rubbing on the bed (If this is the case IMMEDIATELY stop the print!)
- Filament is warping during the print
- If you notice symptoms 1 or 2 occurring, the nozzle is not close enough to the bed.
- If you notice symptoms 3 or 4 occurring, the nozzle is too close to the bed.