1 Topic by djdents (edited by djdents 2015-05-05 02:57:13)

  • djdents
  • Newbie
  • Offline
  • Registered: 2015-04-14
  • Posts: 9

Topic: Rough print and gap in wall

Trying to figure out 2 issues which maybe related. 1) why is that first layer so rough in certain areas. Some areas look perfect others look like crap. 2) why is there a gap in that back wall? (see pictures).

I'm printing with PLA.

If anyone knows or has advice that would be great.

This is the first layer (top view)
http://soliforum.com/i/?Jst8ify.jpg

first layer (bottom view)

http://soliforum.com/i/?emGkNuj.jpg

picture of gap in wall
http://soliforum.com/i/?BvLDfPu.jpg

2 Reply by wardjr

  • wardjr
  • wardjr
  • Moderator
  • Offline
  • From: Minnesota
  • Registered: 2013-06-10
  • Posts: 5,624

Re: Rough print and gap in wall

I can see several problems but first I believe something is messing with your flow.  It could be bad filament or something simple like the filament tugging on the extruder.  On that first layer issue that might be as simple as the nozzle being too close to the bed.  Or you could be dealing with a partial clog or a dirty drive gear.  One thing is for certain, you have a lot of moire and should consider adjusting the  VREF for the extruder.

Printit Industries Model 8.10 fully enclosed CoreXY, Chamber heat
3-SD3's & a Workbench all fully enclosed, RH-Slic3r Win7pro, E3D V6, Volcano & Cyclops Hot End
SSR/500W AC Heated Glass Bed, Linear bearings on SS rods. Direct Drive Y-axis, BulldogXL
Thanks to all for your contributions

wardjr's Website

3 Reply by djdents

  • djdents
  • Newbie
  • Offline
  • Registered: 2015-04-14
  • Posts: 9

Re: Rough print and gap in wall

Sorry, what is VREF?

4 Reply by wardjr

  • wardjr
  • wardjr
  • Moderator
  • Offline
  • From: Minnesota
  • Registered: 2013-06-10
  • Posts: 5,624

Re: Rough print and gap in wall

Have a search it's been covered a few times.  Other options would be the WIKI or Google.

Printit Industries Model 8.10 fully enclosed CoreXY, Chamber heat
3-SD3's & a Workbench all fully enclosed, RH-Slic3r Win7pro, E3D V6, Volcano & Cyclops Hot End
SSR/500W AC Heated Glass Bed, Linear bearings on SS rods. Direct Drive Y-axis, BulldogXL
Thanks to all for your contributions

wardjr's Website