3D Platform
WorkSeries 200, 300 & 400 Manual
Revision: C
Date: December 28, 2017
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Babystepping
Babystepping is a function that allows the user to move
(baby step) the Z axis during a print. This is especially
useful when tweaking the first layer.
Babystepping the Z axis during the first layer allows the
user to increase or reduce the distance between the
nozzle and the glass without modifying a processed
part. The below images show when babystepping is
needed and what the purpose of baby stepping is.
Nozzle is too far from print surface.
Nozzle is too close to print surface.
Nozzle is the correct distance from the print surface.
How to babystep
When the print starts:
1.
On the touchscreen go to
.
”
2.
On the right side of the screen
select “
babystep.
”
3.
Each press of the button is a 0.05mm increment.
4.
Continue to babystep until the first layer is sticking
and resembles Figure X shown above.
Tip:
It is best to do this while the skirt outlines are printing to avoid
inconsistency in the actual printed piece.
Note:
Since print parameters can vary, the babystepping setting is not
stored after a print. Rather each print will need to be adjusted as
necessary. If it becomes necessary to babystep more than +/-.50mm it
is recommended to reset the height of the extruders manually.
