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Top layer problems

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  1. Robert J.

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    I just painted a part I printed the other day and noticed gaps in my top layers. I have calibrated my extruder. I'm using Simplify3d. Really strange I have not noticed this on any other parts.

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    What extrusion width are you set to?
     
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    Standard .2 layer with a .04 nozzle

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    There is a setting in S3D for extrusion width.

    Is yours in AUTO?

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    Yes I run that in auto

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    #6 mark tomlinson, Feb 23, 2016
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    Mark I have another question about the oilers. I have used several different sponges and get the same problem, the sponge hardens up and no longer absorbs anything.

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    If I let it sit long enough and dry out that happens, but still adding a little oil softens it right back up.
    I just used the cheapest sponge I could get.
     
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