I need a little help with PLA/PHA

bobr

New Member
#1
I need a little help
I am trying to print a building Directory
14 Inches H X 14 Inches W X .125 D With raised text
I had a problem with it not sticking to the bed when I tried trying to print it flat… After seeing the smooth look of the side (layers) I then tried to print it (don’t laugh) vertical. I would like to print this vertical if posable.
I have tried to print it 3 times… it get about half way finished and pops off the bed on one corner
I am using ColorFabb PLA/PHA
I know some of you are LOL :lol: … any suggestion before I try again.
 
#2
there is a lot of peel forces on a part like that.

1. More smoosh on first layer. just use the autotune microstep z to lower it to where its ALMOST clicking the extruder (because it cant push filament).
2. Use elmers glue stick on top of the bed. That isnt a heated bed, so something of that side and dimension will likely not hold without help (heat or glue, or both).