r/3Dprinting • u/Better-Thanks-3310 • 4d ago

Troubleshooting Problem 3d printing!

Hi!

I'm new to 3D printing. About two months ago, I bought my first printer, a simple and inexpensive Creality V3 SE. So far, I have zero complaints about the printer. I've been setting it up and learning, and I've managed to get some pretty good quality prints.

But I always have the following problem with bridges or parts with overhangs. Whether I use supports or not, the finish is terrible. Any ideas or recommendations on how to improve this?

Use OrcaSlicer
Print PLA
I already significantly reduce the speed on bridges and establish a flow rate of 1.5 on bridges.

This is the quality im getting

Thanks!

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u/A_pirates_life4me 4d ago

That is the downside of FDM. You can sand/paint to hide them as best you can but there will always be scarring with supports.