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CALIBRATING THE Z-GAP AND PRINT PAD LEVEL
Leveling the print pad is very important to ensure quality prints . Checking the Z-Gap and Print Pad Level becomes necessary after
replacing a print jet, an extruder assembly, or the print pad .
The Level Gap calibration file is always printed with print jet 1. There are two independent files for checking Level Gap: one for ABS
printing and one for PLA printing .
NOTE: Ensure the file used matches the material type installed in cartridge bay 1. (Ex. If cartridge bay 1 has an
ABS material cartridge, print the ABS Level Gap file.)
These files are available at www.Cubify.com.
NOTE: The Z-Gap (A) should always be checked and adjusted before the Level Gap (B) .
Level Gap Calibration Print Overview
The following diagram illustrates a leveled print pad with a proper Z-Gap:
A
Z-Gap
- The Z-Gap is the distance between the print pad and the print jet nozzles . The Z-Gap should always be checked
and adjusted first before the Level Gap.
B
Print Pad Level
- The Print Pad Level is a measurement to determine if the print pad is level with the print jet nozzles .
The Print Pad Level should be checked and adjusted once the Z-Gap is correct .
A
B
B
B
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