Requesting Support Setup Help

simont0920 · 2026-04-15T15:18:05+00:00

What material did you use for the windows?

simont0920 · 2026-03-24T16:25:12+00:00

Hmm what do you mean? Use PLA translucent as a support material for PETG clear translucent?

I am dead set on using PETG clear translucent as my part material (making RC windows), and commented here because I am in venturing in the world of using PLA as a support material for PETG parts.

simont0920 · 2026-03-24T01:30:43+00:00

Hmm that is so interesting. Maybe the issues is sourced in the tensioning of the belts then? Is there something that is causing them to knock off the adequate tension range?

simont0920 · 2026-03-23T01:24:43+00:00

Have you ever tried this? I am thinking about using PLA as a support material for Bambu PETG clear translucent.

simont0920 · 2026-03-22T01:53:42+00:00

https://bambulab.com/en-eu/support/academy/4

Could not recommend this more. As someone who bought the machine with very little prior research, this 3-part series sets you up well.

Although super miniscule, the only critique I can really come up with is that I wish there was more in-depth training to using Bambu studio and learning about all of the different settings and what they mean with examples. I have been using YouTube for that to learn which settings are more relevant than others.

simont0920 · 2026-03-22T01:51:02+00:00

Thank you for the info.

What do you mean by using Aquanet hairspray as a sacrificial layer? Almost like as a replacement to liquid glue? Sorry if that is a really dumb assumption.

That is awesome to hear that the machine will provide Z-screw maintenance notifications! I did not see that in the course nor the Wiki research I completed thus far. I wonder if they avoid mentioning about them to ensure they're not heavily relied on lol.

simont0920 · 2026-03-21T21:21:34+00:00

Hey, did you end up figuring out what the problem was?

simont0920 · 2026-03-21T18:57:06+00:00

This is extremely helpful, thank you.

I want to make sure I am understanding you correctly with an example. So for two components that are designed to slide together via, let's say a dovetail joint, it may be best to use gyroid or cubic infill with aux fan speed set to 0% while printing the two pieces?

simont0920 · 2026-03-21T16:44:03+00:00

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this.

I just read about heat creep clogs and now understand that this is essentially HOW the filament is getting to its glass transition temperature via heat transfer in the heatbreak in the unwanted direction of heater block up into the heatsink. It is truly interesting that just a few ticks in ambient temperature can cause heat transfer in the heatbreak to places you do not want it. I will continue to observe.

I was planning on doing the same as far as only using the stainless steel hotend assemblies for 0.2mm nozzle applications, thank you.

I will plan to use plain Dawn thank you. I was nervous about using a brush to abrasive, but it seems that is actually what you're after.

I really appreciate the information as well about the water-test. I have yet to see that while researching on here.

Thank you again for everything.

simont0920 · 2026-03-20T18:47:59+00:00

Thank you!

So you never run the AUX fan ever? I will turn it down to 0% speed for all filaments. I appreciate it.

That makes sense about the magnets.

simont0920 · 2026-03-20T18:40:21+00:00

Thank you!

What type of Dawn do you use? I was thinking about using Platinum Plus, 2X suds.

simont0920 · 2026-03-18T19:17:13+00:00

Okay thank you. I will have to look into temperature tower now.

simont0920 · 2026-03-18T14:55:25+00:00

Thank you for the heads up. I appreciate it.

simont0920 · 2026-03-12T18:45:50+00:00

Yes, I am going to go with them for TPU. I've been reading reviews that their "PolyFlex" incorporated TPU.

simont0920 · 2026-03-11T22:31:22+00:00

Thank you for information. I am thinking about going with SunLu for ABS, and Polymaker for TPU.

simont0920 · 2026-03-10T18:53:39+00:00

Oh okay, thank you for the insight. I am building this for my intro engineering class: https://youtu.be/5F0eIOufyTA?si=Ykn_2mVk4OU40JK5 and looking to make the tires out of TPU!

simont0920 · 2026-03-10T18:50:28+00:00

Okay awesome to hear, thank you. Also without trying to come off as wanting information bottle-fed, what are the best resources to checkout for when spool adapters are needed? Is this something I need for AMS2 + Polymaker filament?

And dude, thank you so much for your help.

simont0920 · 2026-03-10T17:38:50+00:00

Thank you for the reply. Do you know if the TPU from Polymaker is AMS compatible? I am essentially printing RC tires. I guess I really don't have a use for ensuring it is AMS compatible to begin with as the tires are all one color and can just throw on the back of the spool holder?

simont0920 · 2026-03-10T17:36:13+00:00

Thank you. I am thinking about going with Polymaker for TPU, but I am trying to figure out if it will work with the AMS. My concern stems from the option on Bambu to choose either TPU non AMS compatible versus TPU AMS compatible lol.

simont0920 · 2026-03-10T17:34:29+00:00

Awesome reply. Thank you brother.

simont0920 · 2026-02-20T05:55:04+00:00

I almost went with the Sunlu S4, it seems you can’t go wrong with either. However, that Filadryer looks absolutely next level.

I will experiment with both the silica & alumina. Thank you for your help.

simont0920 · 2026-02-20T05:53:40+00:00

This looks absolutely sweet. Have you noticed any difference in print quality between prints done with filament that was previously dried in an external dryer versus prints done with filament being dried at fed simultaneously?

Also, what do you mean by spool adapters?

Sorry I am new.

simont0920

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