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01-10-2018, 06:25 PM #1
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Design Choices - Vertical or Horizontal Printing?
I just can't decide what to do.
I want to 3d print objects about 7" x 30" x 5" although I'd also like to print some things around 12" cubed but that isn't my main reason for building this . I was also thinking about using some Nylon X or similar nylon & carbon fiber filament. I have decided to go with an IDEX style dual print head.
Do I want to print the parts horizontally or do I want to print the parts vertically?
The vertical system will be far easier to build. I will only need one Z axis and the build plate will be much smaller, perhaps 12.5" x 15" based on some of the linear rails that I have and using IDEX dual extrusion.
The horizontal system would have a build plate of about 14" x 36" (with about 30" usable) and require two shorter Z axis and be more work to build and take up a much larger footprint.
I will be using good square type linear rails for the whole project.
I am concerned that printing the parts vertically will lead to less strong parts, although I think there may be ways to fix that and reinforce the parts afterwards.
I am concerned that printing the parts horizontally might lead to increased chances of peeling from the bed and other problems?
If it turns out that I don't need the soluble support material, the IDEX configuration will allow me to print two parts at once in either configuration.
Any advice is appreciated. I just can't decide what to do.
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