General Information

First general information on the slicer setting is explained. There are several factors that affect 3D printing quality:

• Layer height
• Material temperature
• Speed
• Wall thickness and infill

LAYER HEIGHT

Layer height is determined in the following section of the bamboo studio:

Quality

Thinner layer heights produce smoother prints with less visible layer lines. However, they also take longer to print. Thicker layer heights produce prints with more visible layer lines, but they are faster to print.

Strength

Layer height has a minimal impact on the overall strength of a 3D-printed part. However, it is important to note that parts with thinner layers are more likely to have layer delamination, a type of failure where the layers of material separate from each other.

Speed

Thinner layer heights produce slower prints, while thicker layer heights produce faster prints. This is because the printer has to move the nozzle more often to deposit thinner layers.

Choosing the right layer height

Here are some general guidelines for choosing a layer height:

• For high-quality prints with a smooth surface finish, use a layer height of 0.1mm or 0.12mm.
• For good-quality prints with a slightly visible layer finish, use a layer height of 0.16mm or 0.2mm.