3D Universe Presents: The Unofficial FlashForge Creator X Manual
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contact with the Z-‐stop trigger when the bed is raised. These photos show the proper position:
Glass Surface Preparation for Various 3D Printing Materials
Here at 3D Universe, we have found that by applying the proper surface coating to the glass
plate directly, there is no need to use Kapton tape. We attach the glass to the build plate using
a thin strip of Kapton tape on each side (Kapton tape is heat resistant), and we use the
following surface preparations:
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For ABS:
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The glass is coated with a thin layer of ABS juice (mixture of ABS and acetone)
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Heated bed temperature of 110C
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Clean the glass with a straight-‐edged razor tool
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For PLA:
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The glass is coated with Aqua Net Extra Super Hold hairspray
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Heated bed temperature of 60C
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Clean the glass with a damp cloth
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For Taulman Bridge Nylon:
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The glass is coated with a glue-‐stick (or liquid PVA glue)
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Heated bed temperature of 80C
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Clean the glass with a damp cloth, while the build plate is heated
This way, all you need to do is clean off the glass and you’re ready for the next print. Here at 3D
Universe, we haven’t used Kapton tape since switching to this method.
Warnings:
1)
You need to be careful when working with acetone (keep children away, and using a
