LulzBot TAZ 4, User Manual

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2.5. EXPERT MODE
Extrusion Width
Figure 2.48: Extrusion widths options.
One reason for modifying the extrusion width has already been discussed:
increasing first layer extrusion width in order to improve bed adhesion (see
p.37). There are some further cases where it may be beneficial to modify
extrusion widths.
•
Perimeter
- A lower value will produce thinner extrusions which in
turn will produce more accurate surfaces.
• Infill and Solid Infill - A thicker extrusion for infill will produce
faster prints and stronger parts.
• Top infill - A thinner extrusion will improve surface finish and
ensure corners are tightly filled.
• Support material - As with the infill options, a thicker extrusion
will speed up print time.
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