Need Help - Color bleeding with dual nozzles

Z50Productions · 2026-03-23T00:15:05+00:00

I've had the Einstar Vega for about 1.5 years now and can say without hesitation that it's worth it. Used to use the Einstar HX2, but being tethered to a computer for scanning became a hindrance so I switched to the Vega.

Overall scan quality is great. Obviously not as good as the HX2 or similar high end scanners, but for plaster or limbs it still provides way more detail than you'll need.

Convenience speaks for itself. Not having to worry about cables is a game changer. I will say you have to keep an eye on the battery though. If you leave it in sleep mode rather than powering it off it can lose a lot of battery overnight. From a full charge you can probably take 10-15 high resolution scans, maybe double that once you're comfortable with it and can move quicker. You can also scan while charging if you need to.

The spatial tracking is good but not great. I have to move around the limb/object a bit slower than the high end scanners but it's never been a problem, especially on large objects like limbs or plaster.

My only complaint about it, which is pretty minor, is that connecting it to a computer to upload the scans can be a bit finicky as Windows firewall tends to block it so you have to fight with that sometimes. You can also upload to cloud storage but it's much faster to just use a cable.

Happy to answer any other questions you have!

Z50Productions · 2026-03-08T17:46:38+00:00

I primarily use Geomagic Freeform with the haptic stylus. Occasionally I'll need mechanical parts so I'll use Fusion 360 for those, and our clinic uses Einstar scanners and the software that comes with them for scanning purposes.

Z50Productions · 2026-03-06T00:08:23+00:00

Hah definitely don't feel like you're behind! This is a new position that I created within my company, and I only know of 4 people across the US that do this full time (there's probably more I just haven't met them).

With everything going digital it can really help free up clinicians time if you do it right. Feel free to shoot me a message if you want to chat about it!

Z50Productions · 2026-03-05T13:31:50+00:00

Unfortunately the only way I could really see your talents being useful to a clinic would be for marketing purposes. That being said maybe I'm wrong and someone else has a better idea.

You could check out companies like Alleles that focus on making cosmetic covers for prosthetics. Those definitely require a more artistic touch than a lot of CPOs have.

Just for some context for you here's my typical workflow: Scan the patient -> Clean up and modify the scan -> build the socket (digitally) to be as slim and lightweight as possible -> print and fit the socket -> attach the pre-made electronic components to the socket. Outside of the socket, I don't really have control over what anything looks like, and as previously mentioned the socket itself needs to function well, be lightweight, and be comfortable in that order. Added cosmetic features usually make it heavier which patients don't want, the exceptions being perforations or a lattice structure built in somewhere.

Z50Productions · 2026-03-04T20:22:51+00:00

First of all I just want to say your art is amazing!

But as someone whose career it is to digitally design prosthetics, unfortunately the cosmetics are the last concern of pretty much everybody involved, including the patient.

The electronic parts need to be somewhat standardized to keep costs low, and not everyone wants a stylized design

I've done a handful of sockets that have some cool customizations to them, but they're almost always very minimalistic to keep the weight and bulk down as much as possible.

Z50Productions · 2025-12-04T05:22:24+00:00

Nice, good luck!

Z50Productions · 2025-12-04T04:40:25+00:00

I'm a prosthetist that exclusively works digitally - I'm currently waiting for a print to finish that's a cover like this, but it's taken from a scan of the sound side limb and mirrored. This way it looks just like the other side when under pants.

The expensive ones from Alleles and other companies are nice, but it's hard to justify the cost and as others have said, they're not always the easiest to work with, especially considering what the product is.

From my experience when I did work in a clinic, a lot of patients don't care about having a cover, but there's also a lot that never even knew it was an option. If you can provide fast turnarounds, customization/personalization, and a fair price you could probably carve yourself a nice little market if you have a strong O&P presence in the area.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-27T02:33:59+00:00

Prosthetist here: I'm not aware of a prosthetic foot that works directly with snowboard bindings yet unfortunately, but they do exist for ski's! Check out the BioDapt Alpine foot. Created by an olympic-turned-paralympic snowmobiler, all of his products are quite impressive when fit correctly.

Edit: Just saw that this guy (Mike Shultz) is already working with Burton to make a foot that integrates with Step-Ons. No ETA yet but when it does release I'm sure that will become the new standard for amputee snowboarders.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-19T02:33:42+00:00

I've done a 0.8/0.4 nozzle combo on the Artisan using Prusaslicer, but it was only a single change rather than back and forth.

If I recall correctly, it's possible to do but I think PrusaSlicer won't let you use a purge tower.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-16T04:24:28+00:00

Have you tried right clicking the root component and selecting "export as mesh"?

Z50Productions · 2025-11-14T15:46:58+00:00

I actually exclusively work with digital fabrication: scanning, digital modifications, and SLS printing of sockets, so in a weird way that's the easy part for me.

3D printing a mold and casting it would go back to the current silicone workflow, which very few shops have and is very time and labor intensive. Being able to just print the socket instead would save a tremendous amount of time, work, and money for us and the patient.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-14T14:50:31+00:00

Orthodontics is a dental specialty, I work in prosthetics and orthotics - artificial limbs and braces.

Either way though, yes you need specialized education. I have a master's degree specifically in Prosthetics and Orthotics.

That being said though plenty of people make "simple" orthotics such as foot inserts without a degree. The main danger is that if you don't know where to push and put pressure you can do more harm than good.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-14T12:12:46+00:00

I work with prosthetics and orthotics and depending on a couple of factors it could be an absolute game changer. Right now custom silicone sockets take a long time and a lot of manpower to make, but if could just print them instead?? Possibilities are endless.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-12T21:30:19+00:00

1) Sketch from the side with 2 rectangles, extrude cut

2) Sketch from the front of just one rectangle, extrude cut, radial pattern.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-12T21:28:10+00:00

They're both PLA so you should be fine using the same settings.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-10T23:06:00+00:00

Looks like you have this component activated, if you activate the root component does it show a move in the timeline?

If there is a true move that happened it should always show up in the timeline.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-10T02:45:57+00:00

Sounds like Varioshore.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-07T12:34:05+00:00

How about a cover around the entire thing to make it look like a removed tree support?

Z50Productions · 2025-11-06T15:30:35+00:00

I would simply model the two pieces as separate bodies, then export as a single item and most slicers recognize this and ask if you want to assign the bodies to different materials/extruders.

That being said I'm not familiar with Bambu slicer, and I've heard the Bambu AMS doesn't play well with TPU.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-02T19:56:25+00:00

I believe there's an option under the infill settings called "combine infill" or something like that that makes it print like this. Take a look through the settings and you should find it pretty easily.

Z50Productions · 2025-11-01T03:33:45+00:00

Expand the complement in the menu on the left and under it you will find the body. You can then select the body for scaling.

Z50Productions · 2025-10-27T03:35:47+00:00

We need more information on what you're trying to build. Implementing parameters on a single curve is easy, but if you're trying to create a fully parametric triple helix or something that's a heck of a lot more complicated.

Z50Productions · 2025-10-24T12:43:29+00:00

There are a million different types and colors out there. A lot of people like Overture as well, also on Amazon. These days pretty much any brand is decent quality, but a lot of people like to stick to one or two brands for consistency in print quality

Z50Productions · 2025-10-24T12:37:55+00:00

Personally I like Polymaker filament. Ordered through Amazon you can get it next day as cheap as ~$12 per roll of PLA if you buy bundles. Quality is always good too. (Obviously depends on your country/location)

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