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Old 05-21-2019, 09:46 PM
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My first attempt to print the fin-can for the 1320/1340 didn't go very well. I tried using red ABS filament with some printer settings that gave a low amount of warp in previous 3D prints I made, but the plastic won out and warped causing the fins to split see attached photo. Well at least I got a full print and can see the issues that need some attention for a good 3D print. I will probably try using PLA filament for the next attempt which is much less prone to warping but lower in strength and not as heat tolerant as ABS. I thought the ABS would make for a better fin-can because of its better resistance to heat. If I ever make an enclosure for my 3D printer perhaps I will be able to get an acceptable print in ABS plastic.
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