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Note that the Fill density, Support type, and
Platform adhesion type options should be set
according to the needs of the model you are
printing.
The Fill density will determine the overall
strength of the finished object. If printing a
decorative object, a low fill density is
appropriate. However, if printing an object that
will be used as a tool or part (e.g., a gear), a
high fill density will impart maximum structural
strength to the finished object.
If printing something with no overhang, such
as a cube, you can set the Support type to
None. If the model has areas that overhang the
build plate, but which are not overhanging a lower section, you can use the
Touching buildplate option. The Everywhere option is usually only necessary for
very complex models with parts that overhang other parts.
In most cases, the Brim option for the Platform
adhesion type is sufficient and is easier to
remove and clean up. The Raft option builds a
flat layer on which the model is then built and
will need to be removed once the print is
complete.
Feel free to experiment with these options to
achieve the best possible print.
14.
Click the Advanced tab, then change the
settings to match those in the accompanying
image. Note that if you have a very high fill
density (from the previous step), you will want
to increase the Cool down time (Minimal layer
time) to 10 seconds.
