How do you all keep your z home consistent? (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 year ago by IMALlama@lemmy.world to c/vorondesign@lemmy.world

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Title basically.

Obviously, cold nozzle + filament on it from my last print = the printer thinks the nozzle is lower than it actually is.

Preheating the nozzle helps some, but if I want true consistency I need to mechanically whipe the nozzle/grab the bit of plastic that oozes out with a pair of needle nose pliers.

I know nozzle brush mods are a thing, but aren't the hard on your nozzle? Does anyone have any alternative ideas?

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[-] dirtdigger@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

If you have a hardened nozzle and brass brush, it shouldn't be too abrasive. I've usually done that with my MK3S+ and never had issues.

[-] IMALlama@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

Thanks for the information. I do have a hardened nozzle, glad to hear that a brass brush won't abrade it over time.

[-] Sierra4@lemmy.world 2 points 11 months ago

I wouldn't worry, brass is usually way softer than most metals and if you do completely crazy on it there shouldn't be a problem.

Brass is also used for bearing, so it wears out before e.g. the steel axle in it does.

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