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Matt Boyer
(@matt-boyer)
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Extrusion Indicator feasibility

This is my 4th version already, so it may be version 15 by the time my kit arrives (another 2 or 3 weeks allegedly).  At this point, I'm still a printing virgin.  What's a good-easy technique/software platform to use for splitting this small, simple part into two colors as shown in the picture?  The part is small (36.2mm OD).

Posted : 20/04/2020 9:37 pm
JoanTabb
(@joantabb)
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RE: Extrusion Indicator feasibility

this model will have problems printing, because of the back shape. 
it will need supports... for a first print I would make the back flat, 

and use a thick Magnet

regards Joan

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Posted : 21/04/2020 2:19 pm
Matt Boyer
(@matt-boyer)
Estimable Member
Topic starter answered:
RE: Extrusion Indicator feasibility

@joantabb

I'm hesitant to flatten the back as that will add weight.  Couldn't hurt to try it though.  I suppose that's the beauty when you can just print a new one.  I wouldn't care if there are support blemishes though, it's a non-cosmetic surface.

I'd like to print the orange in a shiny or shimmery finish and the black in a matte finish.  Would/could/should I use a mix of material?  Of course I'll start with what I've got.  I've already ordered or received the jet black petg (prusa), black pla 2.5 kg (ic3d-amazon), black abs (flashforge-walmart).  Plus, the Prusament PETG Orange and more but that's the only orange I've ordered.  I'm open to suggestions.

Posted : 21/04/2020 8:39 pm
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