{"id":33682,"date":"2024-05-30T21:38:24","date_gmt":"2024-05-31T01:38:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dyzedesign.com\/?p=33682"},"modified":"2024-05-30T21:38:27","modified_gmt":"2024-05-31T01:38:27","slug":"flow-to-rpm-factor-optimize-your-3d-printing-with-pellet-extruders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dyzedesign.com\/fr\/2024\/05\/flow-to-rpm-factor-optimize-your-3d-printing-with-pellet-extruders\/","title":{"rendered":"Flow-To-RPM Factor: Optimize Your 3D Printing with Pellet Extruders"},"content":{"rendered":"
This guide provides initial parameters for your pellet extruder to help optimize 3D printing, but fine-tuning is necessary for optimal results. Extrusion speeds may vary based on your needs and equipment capabilities; you might be able to print faster or slower than what\u2019s suggested. Experimentation is encouraged to find the ideal settings for your prints. For example, changing the pellet brand can significantly impact the behavior.<\/p>
When using a filament extruder, precision in estimating the amount of polymer extruded is achievable. Variations in filament diameter and slip from the extruder’s gripping wheel are the primary factors impacting output accuracy. While slight discrepancies may occur due to these factors, overall, users can anticipate a relatively consistent extrusion volume.<\/p>
Operating a pellet extruder presents a more complex challenge in determining the precise amount of polymer extruded. Instead of directly moving a set volume, the screw builds pressure to facilitate the flow of molten polymer. Numerous factors significantly influence the relationship between screw rotation and extrusion volume, including resin type, manufacturer, extrusion temperature, screw design, pellet shape, nozzle size, additives, fiber content, humidity content, and idling time. Understanding these factors is crucial to optimize 3D printing with pellet extruders.<\/p>
Traditionally, 3D printers use a length measure for the E axis (Extruder). Most slicers will output a movement with an E value corresponding to the amount of polymer to be extruded. For robots, this value is sometimes preferred as RPM due to the way robots work with added axes.<\/p>
For traditional 3D printers, our online documentation<\/a> specifies a steps\/mm value for the extruder. This value is calibrated for PLA and should be your reference. For using a different polymer, simply refer to the table column \u201cExtrusion Length Flow Percentage.\u201d When configuring a new \u201cfilament\u201d in your slicer, use the Extrusion Length Flow Percentage as the flow multiplier for this new polymer, and the results should be very close.<\/p>Steps for Calculating the Screw Speed in Pellet Extruders<\/strong><\/h3>