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Issue with printing larger/taller prints (Imgur wrongfully marks as NSFW for some reason) (imgur.com)

submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by kylian0087 to c/3dprinting

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Hello everyone!

I have been experiencing a persistent issue for quite some time now. Whenever I print larger designs, the quality significantly deteriorates the higher it is printed. As you can observe in the picture, the top part appears distorted and it seems like the printhead fails to align properly with the underlying layers. Interestingly, when I print a single item, the quality is perfectly fine.

I have already examined and ensured proper tension in all the belts. I have also checked the hotend and cooling system, which are functioning correctly. Additionally, the spindles appear to be in good condition as well.

Any help is appreciated!

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I've seen similar issues happen if the edges curl up from too little cooling and the nozzle catches on that when travelling from part to part, but it would be rather obvious if that is happening.