andre
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Any way to change first layer speed layers above support?

Trying to figure this out. I need to slow down extrusion for infill and shell on any "first layer" or roof that appears over support material.

I need to slow down the first layer for EVERY "roof".

- Solid infill slows down ALL solid layers, not just the first bottom and the last top
- First Layer Speed only applies to Layer 1, not subsequent layers above support material
- Bridges somewhat work to slow down a "roof", but the perimeter speeds aren't slowed down

The problem I have is when the model starts printing the first layer over support material, the shells are too fast, causing distortion in the printout. If I can slow down just that first layer for good adhesion, that would really help.

Ideas?
JoeJ
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Re: Any way to change first layer speed layers above support

Just lower the solid infill speed. That will make sure that your outer floors and roofs print at a slower speed. I use around 60% and it works really well. Much better than printing those surfaces at the fast infill speed.
andre
Posts: 72
Joined: Thu Mar 06, 2014 10:53 pm

Re: Any way to change first layer speed layers above support

When printing the first layer on top of support, I need to run at ~20-30% speed for proper attachment, or my corners/edges don't stick and become rounded. No way I am going to print 3 lower and 3 upper full layers at that snails pace.

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