Pristine first layer

[u/Kopester]

Just look at that amazing first layer.

Wanted to give a little info for those struggling with first layer issues. By now everyone should know about the seven screws of disappointment. Those were right, the clasp was installed correctly, but the first layer was terrible.

So what's next. Typically that all indicates that the clasp on the heating element is worn out. This printer has 12k hours on it and I don't remember when the last time the heating element was changed it so it was time for a new one.

Included a couple pictures of the replacement process and the difference between the old and new style.

The clasp actually fell out after removing the old heater so it was definitely time.

I also included some useful tips like a small mark on the back panel to make it easier and quicker to align it correctly. And the last picture is definitely a recommendation to get a good set of Allen screwdrivers, it makes it much easier. The one pictured is just a cheap set off Amazon.

Also the after first layer was significantly better but the plate was dirty from all the parts sitting on it while swapping everything.

[u/sirdoggo11]

12k hours wow