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christoph.r2
(@christoph-r2)
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How do you print (almost) sharp edges?

Hello everybody,

I wasn't able to find an answer to my question in this forum, sorry if this already has been answered.

I was creating and printing some tabletop terrain tiles, and it all looks great. But all "edges" that are going in Z-direction are quite round. So let's assume I am printing a cube: Top and Bottom have very sharp edges, but the other four are rounded.

I understand that this has to do, with the shape of the nozzle and how the printer works. But is there any way to reduce this effect?
I am working with Slic3er.

Thank you!

Posted : 20/09/2017 12:59 pm
AJS
 AJS
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Re: How do you print (almost) sharp edges?

This printer is very capable of sharp corners on all sides. Print a test cube:

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1278865

and post a photo. It sounds like something is not set correctly.

Any advices given are offered in good faith. It is your responsibility to ensure that by following my advice you do not suffer or cause injury, damage or loss. If you solve your problem, please post the solution…

Posted : 20/09/2017 3:21 pm
PJR
 PJR
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Antient Member Moderator
Re: How do you print (almost) sharp edges?

If you want sharp corners, you could try lowering the perimeter print speed and print the perimeters first.

Peter

Please note: I do not have any affiliation with Prusa Research. Any advices given are offered in good faith. It is your responsibility to ensure that by following my advice you do not suffer or cause injury, damage…

Posted : 20/09/2017 4:56 pm
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