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    PowerSpec Ultra 3D Printer - Some Points

    Hello All

    I recently bought a PowerSpec Ultra 3D Printer from my local MicroCenter - here are some points:

    Positives:
    • The overall build appears to be pretty solid.
    • The Touch Control Panel is easy to use and allows for full control of the printer.
    • The printer precise models, I tested on multiple test models and they all measured out accurately.
    • I have yet to test the filament extrusion problem reported with the PowerSpec pro.


    Negatives:
    • As before, no body at MicroCenter seems to be able to provide true help.
    • The documentation is truly pathetic; however, at least now they provided a page in the box to tell you where to locate the documents.
    • I find that I am having to level the bed a lot, almost every 4th print.
    • The Filament Spool posts are too close together - they will rub against each other and cause friction and problems
    • The Cables to the extruder head are bound in a stiff flex tube that will impeed filaments if twisted.


    Overall, I am liking the printer - here are some other notes:
    • If you use Simplify3D - you must use the FlashForge Dream Maker dirver for the Ultra to work.
    • Make sure you keep the extruders clean, I use a brass brush (bought at lowes) to remove particles.
    • Get yourself a different surface material for the bed - I do not recommend painters blue tape.
    • Print spool adapters as your first projects (53mm x 30mm), 4 for left and 4 for right, use 2 in spools and 2 as spacers.


    Feel free to post your ideas and questions - I will do my best.

    RDS02Stang

    "Once and Eagle Scout, Always an Eagle"

    #2
    Thanks for posting. I had asked what you thought of the printer in your intro thread, but that was before I saw this. Are you printing in ABS? What print bed material did you settle on?

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      #3
      Yes AndrewBougie, I am currently using ABS - I have found that the Inland product to be consistent and does not seep much after printing (i.e. continue to string out, drip from extruder).

      As for the material I am using on the printer bed, I tried painters blue tape and that just failed for me, I then switched to "BuildTak" that I bought at my local MicroCenter. Now, compared to what came on the printer and blue tape - this stuff is like working with super glue - I no longer have lifts between the first layer and the bed.

      On the advice of a friend who has been using 3D printers in his High School Engineering Lab for years, he also recommended FlashForce's bed material - now, unless you order more than 5 or 6 sheets the $13.00 shipping is pretty bad. I will try this material out next and do a rating for this printer at that time.

      Keep in contact - and let me know if you have other questions/concerns - although I am still a novice, my friend is not.

      p.s. If you decide to go the route of Simplfy3D - it is a decent piece of software; however, there are some areas that are simply too cumbersome to manage (like putting in manual supports).

      Happy Printing...

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        #4
        I'm using S3D myself and love it. Also using BuildTak with excellent results! Sounds like you're headed in the right direction and have received some good advice from your friend.

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          #5
          RDS02Stang,

          Have you had much luck with your powerspec and PETG? I’m looking for some optimal settings.

          -Devan

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