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When preparing a file for printing, it is very important to know the basic parameters and how they work. The number of parameters available in today's laminating software is increasing, however, unless you have an in-depth knowledge of the software and the technology, it is advisable to start by modifying only the basic ones.
Three groups of parameters can be distinguished: those that depend on the material, those that define the print profile and those that define the hardware. Depending on the software, they may appear in different categories or mixed together.
They are usually related to the nozzle of the printer and need to be modified when changing to a nozzle of a different diameter.
Nozzle diameter: This is the actual diameter of the nozzle used. If a 0.4 nozzle is used, 0.4 mm should be selected.
The material parameters are those that are directly dependent on each material and therefore have to be changed when changing materials. The most important ones are:
These are parameters that will define the quality, finish and resistance of the final piece. They do not depend directly on the material, so it is not necessary to adjust them for each material. They can be classified into various categories depending on the element they affect.
Layer parameters
Layer height: Defines the thickness of each layer. The sweet spot usually coincides with half of the nozzle diameter. For example, for a 0.4 mm nozzle it will be 0.2 mm, while for a 0.6 mm nozzle it will be 0.3 mm. Layer heights greater than 75% of the nozzle diameter should never be used.
Perimeter parameters:
Number of perimeters: Defines the number of perimeters the part will have. The wall thickness of the part will be the number of perimeters multiplied by the extrusion width. It is recommended to use a minimum number that allows to obtain a wall thickness of at least 1 mm.
Filling parameters:
Filling density: This is the proportion of filling inside the part. It is defined as the volume occupied by material with respect to the empty volume, so that with a filling density of 50%, half of the internal volume of the part will be empty. It is usual to use values between 10 and 30%.
Two-dimensional or planar: These are the most common, such as rectilinear, grid or triangular. They are usually the fastest, but generally produce a high anisotropy of the part.
Three-dimensional: Such as the gyroid or cubic. They provide lower part anisotropy, but usually involve longer printing times.
Concentric: These are suitable for maximum flexibility in flexible parts. In rigid parts they usually provide better finishes, as there is no overlap with the perimeters, but the mechanical properties of the part will be minimal. They can be suitable for visual models and mock-ups.
Fill overlap: This is the distance that the fill lines overlap on the perimeters. A high value will improve the strength of the part, but the fill pattern may become visible on the surface of the part.
These basic parameters, together with the correct speed settings, additions to the base and correct media settings, allow for complete and efficient print profiles.
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