1 Topic by w14371

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Topic: how to print long rod

I'm seeing failure when I'm trying to print a rod with 18mm diameter, 150mm long, the rod was printed 90mm long then falling down.
any suggestions?

2 Reply by Tin Falcon

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Re: how to print long rod

Add a brim. also you can try laying it down you may still need a brim

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3 Reply by carl_m1968

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Re: how to print long rod

As Tin said you will probably need to increase the base size by adding a brim then grinding it off once done.

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