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Topic: What I learned today

Don't print extruder mount parts with PET. It's too bendy and will relax when hot for several hours.

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2 Reply by 3Dex

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Re: What I learned today

Learning things the hard way is the best way to learn. I am sure many of us have done this!

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3 Reply by Heartlander

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Re: What I learned today

Yup. Engage brain before clicking Print.

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Re: What I learned today

hehe, yup, 3d printing lessons learned "the hard way" are so much more interesting. wink

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