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--- stacker_s4:stacker_s4 [2021/02/24 02:02] – [Pre-print checklist] formlab
+++ stacker_s4:stacker_s4 [2025/06/02 05:48] (current) – [Stacker S4] formlab
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   * Max Build Volume: ''510x  360 x 600mm''
   * [[:Filament options]]
-  * [[:How much does FDM printing cost?]]
+  * [[https://www.formlab.schoolofarts.be/pricing|How much does FDM printing cost?]]
   * [[stacker_s4:add_the_stacker_printer_to_cura]]
   * [[stacker_s4:add_printer_profile_for_the_stacker_printer_in_cura]]
+Nozzle thread size: M7x1
 ===== Calibrate E-steps =====
-Do this after changing filament brands and after a nozzle swap.
+Run this calibration after changing filament brands and after a nozzle swap.
+=== Prepare the printer ===
   * Remove the existing filament
   * Clean the feeder gears with a toothbrush or brass brush
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   * measure 120mm of filament, from the entry point and mark with a line
-==== Connect Stacker to the computer ====
+=== Connect Stacker to the computer ===
 (Tested on 24/02/21).
   * Add usb-extension cables to the usb cable on the stacker, so it can reach the iMac.
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   * Optionally: test the connection by enabling the fan at 100%
+=== Slowly extrude 100mm of filament ===
-  * Slowly extrude 100mm of filament:
+   * In the print panel, enable ''Heat On''. (We will not extrude filament out of the nozzle, but the extrude command only works when the nozzle is hot. This is a safety feature).
-    * In the print panel, enable ''Heat On''. (We will not extrude filament out of the nozzle, but the extrude command only works when the nozzle is hot. This is a safety feature).
+   * Set the extruder temperature to 200
-    * Set the extruder temperature to 200
+   * Set the extruder speed to 60mm / min.
-    * Set the extruder speed to 60mm / min.
+   * Set ''Extrude'' to 100mm
-    * Set ''Extrude'' to 100mm
+   * Click extrude
-    * Click extrude
   * Measure to the mark to find out what was actually extruded. Take 120 and subtract the measured distance to find the actual length of extruded filament.
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-==== Change the EEPROM Steps Per mm ====
+=== Change the EEPROM Steps Per mm ===
   * In Repetier-Host, go to ''Printer > EEPROM Settings''
   * Find the entry for ''Extr.1 steps per mm''. This is the current E-Steps value.
-  * To calculate the new E-STEPS number, use this formula: ( 100mm ÷ How much filament was extruded) x ( Your current E-Steps ) = Your New E-Steps
+  * To calculate the new E-STEPS number, use this formula: ''( 100mm ÷ How much filament was extruded) x ( Your current E-Steps ) = Your New E-Steps''.
   * Update this value at the ''Extr.1 steps per mm'' EEPROM entry. It's immediately stored in the printer's memory.
+Run the extrusion test again (on a new part of the filament) to see if your changes result in 100mm extrusion.