print quality question - UPDATED

I will bump up the temp. they just came off a 12hr dehydrator time last week.
the humidity in the room the printer is a constant 49%
and a small room dehumidifier runs 24-7

Thanks
Dale

i have the software set at 230°c and I checked the nozzle tip with a calibrated type K meter
and it reads 187°c. That is a 43°c difference.  I am going to heat it back up and check the end of the heaters.

Thanks
dale

The nozzle temp and even the heat block temp will be different depending on where you measure. You have to keep in mind the thermistor is embedded in the heat block near the heater so it will read the highest temp.

What I try to do is measure the point where the nozzle mates to to the heatblock. That should give you a good idea of the melt zones temperature.

Base on what the difference in that and what the thermistor is I set the temp to achieve the desired temp at that spot I am measuring at.

So if you see a difference of 34 degrees then add 34 degrees to your set temp to get that point up to your desired temp.

This was one of the reasons I got rid of the Makerbot controller my CT'c had. You can't do a PID tune on the hotends and get them more accurate.

49% humidity is rather high, to be honest. between 25-30% is considered "normal" - not to damp, not too dry.

i get that you live in Florida, and humidity is always an issue.. but try drying the filament for 24hrs and then using it right away.. i think you may see a big difference in the print quality.

there are multiple design of filament spool that sit inside of plastic box with reuseable moisture absorbing pack inside. you do need drill smal hole on the box to allow filament go through. If you live in Florida, this can be big plus in addition to dehumidifier.

https://3dprintingforbeginners.com/3d-p … made-easy/

Tin
My inside humidity at 10:15am  is.

41%
78°
the outside humidity and temp is below.Note the feel like temp.