Silk PLA material is favored for its aesthetics and biodegradability, but intermittent breakage is often a problem during use. The following are some effective ways to prevent intermittent breakage of PLA in silk:
Control the print temperature: Ensure that the print temperature is within the optimal temperature range of the PLA material, usually between 185°C and 210°C. Too high a temperature will lead to material degradation, while too low a temperature may lead to insufficient adhesion between layers.
Adjust the printing speed: Avoid excessively fast printing speeds, which can lead to uneven extrusion and poor interlayer bonding. The proper printing speed ensures that each layer has enough time to cool and adhere to the lower layer.
Use cooling fans: Proper cooling can help the model cure quickly, but excessive cooling should be avoided as this can lead to increased internal stress and risk of fracture.
Increased layer height: A smaller layer can increase the adhesion between layers, thereby improving the strength of the print.
Use of support structures: When printing complex models, the use of support structures can effectively prevent the deformation or fracture of the model due to its own weight.
Post-processing: Placing the print in warm water for a period of time can help eliminate internal stress and improve strength.
The above method can effectively reduce the risk of intermittent fracture in the printing process of silk PLA material, and improve the printing quality and success rate.
Control the print temperature: Ensure that the print temperature is within the optimal temperature range of the PLA material, usually between 185°C and 210°C. Too high a temperature will lead to material degradation, while too low a temperature may lead to insufficient adhesion between layers.
Adjust the printing speed: Avoid excessively fast printing speeds, which can lead to uneven extrusion and poor interlayer bonding. The proper printing speed ensures that each layer has enough time to cool and adhere to the lower layer.
Use cooling fans: Proper cooling can help the model cure quickly, but excessive cooling should be avoided as this can lead to increased internal stress and risk of fracture.
Increased layer height: A smaller layer can increase the adhesion between layers, thereby improving the strength of the print.
Use of support structures: When printing complex models, the use of support structures can effectively prevent the deformation or fracture of the model due to its own weight.
Post-processing: Placing the print in warm water for a period of time can help eliminate internal stress and improve strength.
The above method can effectively reduce the risk of intermittent fracture in the printing process of silk PLA material, and improve the printing quality and success rate.