Creality Ender 3 Pro 3D Printer for NZ$318/US$209 shipped ($298/188 with code)

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#2591169 24-Oct-2020 10:30

@hairy1 I don’t mind people also asking 3D printing questions - it is fun to get into but there is heaps to learn. That is why I am turning a blind eye to it here as I’d rather people know what to get with their printer than have to do weeks of searches troubleshooting, getting frustrated and giving up. These tips helped me out.

@kiwifidget the 3D handheld spaghetti devices are not at all accurate - they’re more a toy than anything. With 3D printers you can basically go all out and design almost anything. For example I was even missing parts on my desk so 3D printed replacements.

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#2591170 24-Oct-2020 10:30

@kiwifidget if you want a look at our one you can swing by..

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#2591173 24-Oct-2020 10:33

hairy1: @kiwifidget if you want a look at our one you can swing by..

I was hoping you would suggest that 😜

This weekend is shot to hell for me though, so in the next week or two.

Thanks.

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#2591215 24-Oct-2020 10:37

That's fine. Whenever.

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#2593472 29-Oct-2020 16:17

I spotted this on cheapies today - https://www.cheapies.nz/node/25246 - its the network box from creality for USD 10 free shipping. So I have ordered one too for my printer from these guys. No idea if its any good or not, but if it saves me from using a pi to do it, then money saved there.

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#2603765 14-Nov-2020 17:44

Any other new Ender 3 owners having issues getting the first layer of the print to adhere to the bed? So far I've tried adding hairspray which helps but isn't perfect. Any other ideas?

I have the glass bed sitting on my desk so next steps are to install that and see if its any better.

Once I get a decent enough first layer or two the rest of the print is very good.

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#2603771 14-Nov-2020 18:13

I'm using glue stick on the glass bed. Works well. Sometimes too well. Have a bit of trouble getting it off sometimes

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#2603825 14-Nov-2020 18:48

PANiCnz:
Any other new Ender 3 owners having issues getting the first layer of the print to adhere to the bed? So far I've tried adding hairspray which helps but isn't perfect. Any other ideas?

I have the glass bed sitting on my desk so next steps are to install that and see if its any better.

Once I get a decent enough first layer or two the rest of the print is very good.

What temp is your bed?

When it sticks, does your first layer look nice and smooshed together or individual lines? If the latter, lower the gap a bit.

CHEP has some great resources if you're starting out, e.g.

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#2603829 14-Nov-2020 19:03

Mine is working great. I have run the 3 demos thru which are slow but fantastic, and am just finishing the model for a headphone holder for my pegboard to run later today or tomorrow.

Stuff sticks to the magnetic bed like anything, I didnt get any glass, just that magnetic material which is wonderful compared to the glass in my old ultimaker.

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#2603941 15-Nov-2020 00:21

For adhering to the bed first make sure that the bed is level and use the paper method to adjust clearance with the hotend / bed up to temperature (PLA+ - 215*C hotend, 60*C bed).

Regular hairspray won't work well - believe me, I've tried. Grab some Aqua Net from here: https://www.hairandmore.co.nz/products/aqua-net-pro-hairspray-extra-super-hold-unscented-312g

Spray a thin layer onto a heated bed. Print, and things should adhere well.

Also note on the product listing - they know their clients :)

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#2603949 15-Nov-2020 06:25

@michaelmurfy What do you use to clean the bed to remove the hairspray?

I'm supposed to respect my elders, but it's getting harder and harder for me to find one now.

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#2604010 15-Nov-2020 10:18

Glue stick just washes off with cold water

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#2604021 15-Nov-2020 11:13

I don't use anything to aid adhesion. So long as the bed is clean and set up right I get a decent first layer most times. A bit of isopropyl alcohol spray is great to keep it clean.

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#2604022 15-Nov-2020 11:18

What bed are you using @mdf?

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#2604024 15-Nov-2020 11:23

I had the removable magnetic bed for a year or so but managed to burn a couple of holes in it (my own negligence) and it had a few flat spots. I've since changed to the Creality tempered glass. For the magnetic bed, I found 50 deg was fine; I've upped it to 60 deg for tempered glass but other than that haven't changed my approach to printing.

I've since added a BL touch which is okay, but I find a bit finnicky and you do need to get down into Gcode to get the most out of it. I'd definitely recommend a glass bed upgrade, not entirely convinced I would do the BL touch again.

That said, I would highly highly recommend a feeler gauge to help you dial in your bed. *Soo* much better than a piece of paper and you can get them for less than $20: https://www.bunnings.co.nz/kincrome-gauge-feeler-32-blade-412092_p0227775

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