How to Level a 3D Printer Bed: Paper Method and Mesh
Step-by-step 3D printer bed leveling: the paper method, auto bed leveling sensors, mesh and common mistakes. A guide to a perfect first layer.
Calibration
Bed leveling, e-steps, flow, retraction, PID and other 3D printer calibrations. 7 articles in this category.
How to Calibrate E-Steps on a 3D Printer
Measure whether your extruder pushes the amount of filament it should with an e-steps calibration. Marlin commands, the math and the Klipper equivalent.
Find the Right Print Temperature with a Temperature Tower
A temperature tower shows the best nozzle temperature for each filament. Setup in the slicer, reading the results and which section to choose, step by step.
Retraction Settings: Distance, Speed and How to Test
How to set retraction distance and speed. Starting values for Bowden and direct drive, a test print and related slicer settings.
How to Calibrate Flow Rate on a 3D Printer
Fix over- and under-extrusion for each filament with flow calibration. The single-wall cube method, the formula and a top-surface test, step by step.
Z Offset: Setting the Right Nozzle-to-Bed Distance
Z offset sets the nozzle-to-bed distance. Set it, babystep it and save it on printers with auto bed leveling sensors, step by step.
PID Tuning: Stabilize Nozzle and Bed Temperature
If your nozzle or bed temperature fluctuates, you need a PID tune. Marlin and Klipper commands, automatic PID calibration step by step and saving.