Summary

Print Settings

Printer Brand:

                                            
Printer:                      
I3 MK3S

Rafts:

                                            
Supports:                      
No

Resolution:

                                            
Infill:                      
0%

Filament:

Protopasta Metal PLA

                    
                        
Notes:                     

Here are some parameters that balance of quality, speed, and reliability to get you started:
Machine(s): Prusa MK2/3, Creality Ender 3
Nozzle: 0.4 mm standard brass w/ sock
Nozzle Temp: 205+ C      Bed Temp: 60 C      Bed Type: Glass, PEI, BuildTak, or other
Bed Prep: Clean w/ water or alcohol; Magigoo for additional adhesion + easy release when cool
Outlines: 3      Top/Bot layers: 6     Infill type: Lines     Infill: 25%
Overlaps: 0     Min layer time: 0     Min Speed: 0          Fill gaps: no     Expansion: 0
Layer height    Ext width   Speed   Fan
1st Layer  0.32mm  0.44mm  15mm/s  0%
Rest of print   0.16mm  0.44mm  30mm/s  40-60%
Feel free to email support@protoplant.com for printing help
Post-Printing

Here are my polishing and oxidizing recommendations for Protopasta Metals:
I prefer polishing with 3M polishing paper. You can first sand away layer lines with locally available 1XX-2XX sand paper before moving on to the kit's 400-grit. I recommend stopping shy of 8000-grit. I find that 6000-grit gives peak polish. Each time I switch grits, I sand/polish perpendicular to the previous grit to make sure the previous sanding/polishing marks are removed before moving on to the next grit.
I oxidize with a mixture of 3 T water, 1 T white vinegar, and 1 tsp salt. I first expose the metal with sandpaper or a wire brush. You can also oxidize a part at any point in the polishing process. Building patina, much like polishing, takes patience. To oxidize, wet the surface, let dry, and repeat. Using a spray bottle to mist water helps avoid drips to build oxidation without also washing it away.
                


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