Frequently Asked Questions

using a different material for the support structures, you can
frequently decrease your Upper Vertical Separation Layers to zero,
and reduce your Horizontal Offset from the part to around 0.1mm.
If you are interested in learning more about this technique, you can
watch a more detailed video about the process here.
24:Dimensional Accuracy
The dimensional accuracy of your 3D printed parts can be
extremely important if you are creating large assemblies or parts
that need to precisely fit together. There are many common factors
that can affect this accuracy such as under or over-extrusion,
thermal contraction, filament quality, and even the first layer
nozzle alignment. Simplify3D includes several tools to help cope
with these common issues, so we will explain each one in more
detail below.
(1) First Layer Impact
Settings for your first layer can have an impact on
dimensional accuracy. If your nozzle is too high or too low for the
first layer of your print, it can drastically affect the next 10-20
layers of the part. For example, if you are printing a 0.2mm thick
layer, but your nozzle is only positioned 0.1mm away from the bed,
then this extra plastic may create a first layer that is a bit too large.