3D Printing Discussions, Questions and Debugging

Esk8 Dev
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I’m attempting to print the BOTY trophies, and I’m running into some quality issues.

  • Prusa i3 MK3s
  • 0.4mm nozzle
  • Silk PLA
  • 220°C nozzle
  • 60°C bed
  • 100% cooling after the first layer
  • In an enclosure for consistent temps (not heated)
  • PrusaSlicer, nearly stock “Generic PLA” slicing settings (only adjusted wall thicknesses, etc.)
  • manual supports added for supporting the balls only

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I’m getting some serious zits on the layer changes. Im thinking I’ll try setting a fixed z-seam position and aim for the back of the legs.

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I’m getting really poor overhangs on the back sides of the legs and tail. I dont have any ideas for this.

Any suggestions on how to fix these quality issues would be greatly appreciated! These are the BOTY trophies so I’m aiming to get the best quality I can.

Thanks!

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