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  1. #1

    Prints are brittle

    I've deiced to buy a printer mainly to do the whole E-nable prosthetic building. When I print they come out very clean but brittle. I can break the with no little to no force. I noticed my supports are wavy but the prints are fine. I'm using ABS and PLA with the same affect. Here is my set up.
    Creator with Enclosure kit.( I take it off for PLA)
    ABS Temp:210/Bed Temp: 115
    PLA Temp:220/Bed Temp: 100

    Also, do you guy know any good test prints/things to test for brittleness?

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    First off your PLA is too hot, and ABS way too cold. Hotter temps with ABS helps layer adhesion.

    I usually print 20x20x10 cubes, 100% infill. Then to test adhesion try to cut in half with some side cutters. Careful not to slip and cut your fingers off.

    You need to be at about 235/90c for ABS and 210/50c for PLA. PLA doesn't really need a heated plate, but just having it warm doesn't hurt.

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    Thanks for the info, I'll give it a try.

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