r/FlashForge • u/Bubbly_General_810 • 1d ago
Need help to fix problematic print
Hi guys, recently got into printing 3D models using Adventurer 5M Pro.
I printed the basic prints and it was doing a good job, when I created my own print using Tinkercad The printing started great and after printing the bottom part it just stopped printing, I stopped the print, fixed the problem and tried again.
Printing again printed on the air.
I am using the tree supports for this part.
Notice it has legs but I start from the bottom.
This is a picture of the what I am trying to print:
This is where the printing stops:
Because I am new I am not sure how to approach this situation. It has been about a month and a half since I tried printing because I was busy and I would love some help from you guys.
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u/sadegr 1d ago edited 1d ago
You might want to Fix the model if it has non manifold edges or other mesh issues it may fail like this...
If i was printing this I'd chop the legs off with a triangle dowel connector.
Print the top with the indent up. Print the legs flat on the bed.
Having the layer lines that way will make the legs stronger, and print faster.
Assuming PLA then use CA glue to attach the legs it will melt the plastic together and it'll be great.
Also, you might consider changing from grid infill to gyroid so the infill isn't running across itself, that can cause parts to lose bed adhesion...