What is overlap in 3D printing?

Usually it would refer to the overlap between the infill and the outline of a print. Since the outline is normally a continuous set of lines and the infill is then laid down as a pattern within that outline, the overlap determines the degree to which the two touch or occupy the same space.

What are the parameters of 3D printing?

3. 3D printing Machine parameters

• 3.1. Nozzle size. The nozzle is the element that extrudes the filament to create the component on a 3D printer.
• 3.2. Filament size.
• 3.3. Melting temperature.
• 3.4. Bed temperature.
• 3.5. Printing speed.
• 3.6. Layer thickness.
• 3.7. Infill geometry.
• 3.8. Infill density.

What should my infill overlap be?

Under the advanced settings in Cura (open Expert panel), one can adjust the value “Infill overlap (\%)”. The default value is 15\% and by lowering this, one can minimise this artefact. Another way to approach a solution is to increase the thickness of the shell.

What are perimeters in 3D printing?

Each layer of your 3D printed part is created using a combination of outline perimeters and infill. The perimeters trace the outline of your part creating a strong and accurate exterior. The infill is printed inside of these perimeters to make up the remainder of the layer.

What is infill extrusion width?

The “Infill Extrusion Width” is set as a percentage of the normal extrusion width. For example, if you enter a value of 200\%, the infill extrusions will be twice as thick as the outline perimeters.

Which infill is the strongest?

Triangular Infill
Triangular Infill: Triangular infill is the strongest infill pattern because triangles are the strongest shape. They are least likely to deform and provide the best support structure behind the walls of the part.

What is vase mode Prusa?

With the spiral vase mode, sometimes just called vase mode, you can print objects with only one outer wall in PrusaSlicer. This mode is especially popular for vases. But you can also realize other objects with this mode.

Why is the top of my 3D print not smooth?

The best way to fix 3D printed walls that are not smooth is to identify over-extrusion or under-extrusion issues that you are experiencing and tackle them by changing settings such as retraction or lowering printing temperature. Fixing vibration issues can solve walls that are not smooth.