Run the bed leveling routine before each print, and that headache is gone.

Machine setup is important – The only times I had trouble with getting my printed objects to stay attached to the bed was when the bed was not level.

There are min/max limits for layer thickness, depending on the machine, nozzle size, and material being extruded.

Layer thickness – Follow your manufacturer’s guidelines, but thicker layers will take less time (and look rougher) while thinner layers will take more time (but look better).The software can do this automatically, or you can design your own. Support structure may be necessary – Even with the best orientation, it may be necessary to build a support structure.If I had oriented it the other way, the clip would not have any support to hold it in place during the printing process. Orientation of model to build space is important – Again referencing the insulin pump holder, I had to print it upside down so the clip could be printed.I could have also split the design up into two sections and glued them together after printing. I could have avoided that by making the floor area smaller and chamfering the internal wall segments. Abrupt changes in geometry should be avoided – If you read my previous post on the insulin pump holder, you saw the bottom of the holder had a very rough surface because the design went quickly from vertical walls to the horizontal floor.First, let’s talk about some basic design considerations: Now that I have some experience with 3D Printing, I can lay out the process in more detail.

If you require any further assistance or information regarding this miniature, missing file, and finding any printing problem, please do not hesitate to contact me.If you haven’t seen my previous posts on this topic, they are here, here, and here. The miniature was made ready at the height of 28 mm and scalable.ĭo not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or request any other format or further request for scale. The model is available in several popular formats including OBJ, STL (print-ready), and 3mf. The miniature was made ready in the size of 300 poly and was checked there is no error for printing. N1 N1 Standing Welder working on the welding table Note: Please do not under any circumstances share these files for free or commercially!

Welding table 3d print file .stl