What is Z hop and when to use it

Qué es el salto en Z y cuando usarlo

Z-jump is an adjustment to the offset setting that allows the nozzle to be lifted off the build surface to avoid collisions with parts that are printing or have already been printed on the build bed. When the nozzle moves from one position...

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How to add a printer in PrusaSlicer

To add a printer in PrusaSlicer you have to go to the “Printer Settings” tab, open the “System Settings window” of the default printer and then click on “Add/Remove Printers”. To add a 3D printer in PrusaSlicer, follow these steps: 1. Open PrusaSlicer on your computer. …

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PrusaSlicer: Prusa Research's laminator.

PrusaSlicer is open source software for preparing 3D models for 3D printing. It is especially known for being the software used with Prusa Research brand 3D printers, although it can also be used with other printer models. What is PrusaSlicer It is a 3D laminator…

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Skirt Border or Balsa Which one to use in Cura?

Skirt Edge or Raft are Cura settings that determine the type of adhesion to the build plate. Its correct use is of vital importance to have good quality 3D prints. Advanced users are already pretty clear on which one to use, but for those just starting out it can…

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Spiralize the outer contour – “Vase mode” by Cura

One of the special modes in Cura is "spiralize outer contour" which is also known as "Vase mode" or "Vase mode" and is mainly used for 3D printing vases. Spiralizing Outer Contour first prints all the bottom layers of the base (of the 3D model) and then starts...

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How to activate and configure smoothing in Cura

Anti-aliasing is a setting in the Cura settings that allows smooth surfaces to be obtained on the top layers of the printed model. By activating this function in Cura, the nozzle will move hot over the last layer, thus leaving a smooth surface. To activate smoothing in Cura…

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