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    Simplify 3d

    Make sure that in the G-Code tab your Z offset is set correctly too. If your starting too high, the filament won't stick and the first layer will...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 14, 2016 in forum: Software
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    Marlin Firmware Upgrade 1.1.0 RC8 & RCBugFix (For R1 & R1+PLUS)

    I didn't need to upgrade the firmware until I began modifying the printer. If your ROBO is stock, don't touch the firmware.
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 13, 2016 in forum: Mods and Upgrades
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    Marlin Firmware Upgrade 1.1.0 RC8 & RCBugFix (For R1 & R1+PLUS)

    Looking forward to it! The novelty of ABL has worn off for me. Mesh leveling will only improve the quality of the great prints that have been...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 10, 2016 in forum: Mods and Upgrades
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    E3D v6 Information, Installation Guides, and Review

    You will need to print a new part to allow the E3D to fit properly. It is a thicker quick release plate: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1192896...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 10, 2016 in forum: Mods and Upgrades
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    E3D v6 Information, Installation Guides, and Review

    Because the E3D v6 uses a PTFE tube that runs from the hobbed bolt down to the heat break, I would say most definitely it will help with softer...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 9, 2016 in forum: Mods and Upgrades
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    Solved Temp Fall Error

    There is also a chance that you have a bad heater or funky thermistor.
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 8, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    Solved Temp Fall Error

    I don't think the error is caused by your Cura settings at all. Check to make sure the thermistor and heater connections are good, and then make...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 8, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    What is the easiest software to make stl/modeling

    Onshape is free, TinkerCAD is free... they both work well, but are cloud-based only. I think Onshape is a tad easier to learn and use.
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 4, 2016 in forum: Software
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    MatterControl 1.5 not auto level

    Did you ADD PRINTER again when you installed 1.5? If you upgraded directly from 1.4 it will save your settings... but if you uninstalled 1.4 and...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 4, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    Solved Thermal Runaway

    Gotcha. You have already helped me and many others a great deal with our ROBO setups. I greatly appreciate your prompt and wise responses. I will...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 3, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    Solved Thermal Runaway

    Well, with the Configuration_adv.h values copied directly from the RC3... I had success. The temp did drop in that portion of the print, but the...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 3, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    Solved Thermal Runaway

    After re-tuning the PID with the fan on, the print failed with a THERMAL RUNAWAY error in exactly the same spot as the previous 2 failed prints....
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 2, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    Solved Thermal Runaway

    I updated the PID values in the firmware and then uploaded. I am trying the autotune once more right now with the parts fan on full speed. I will...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 2, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    Solved Thermal Runaway

    OK. I guess that wasn't it. There are no loose connections for sure--everything is soldered and there are no connectors between the...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 2, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting
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    Solved Thermal Runaway

    It turns out that overcooling was the cause. It only happens very close to the build platform. My dual fan cooling is too much airflow close to...
    Post by: cdsl810, Mar 1, 2016 in forum: Troubleshooting