Prompt Title: 3d printing, calibration, artillery x3 pro, 1st print, new 3d printer

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Human: <div class="">My artillery x3 pro 3d printer keeps printing out spaghetti. I need to have a process to fix that. Please recommend what to do in a standard pre print process to eliminate this issue </div>
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It sounds like you're dealing with a classic case of 3D print failure, commonly known as "spaghetti" printing, where the filament fails to adhere properly to the print bed and instead creates a tangled mess. To tackle this issue, let's streamline a pre-print process to significantly reduce or eliminate these mishaps.

  1. Level the Print Bed: Ensure your print bed is perfectly level. A slight tilt can cause the nozzle to be too far from or too close to the bed, leading to adhesion problems.

  2. Clean the Print Surface: Any grease, dust, or residue can prevent proper filament adhesion. Clean your print bed with isopropyl alcohol before printing.

  3. Adjust Nozzle Height: Set the correct nozzle height. Too high, and the filament won't stick properly; too low, and it can block the filament from extruding correctly.

  4. Check Nozzle and Bed Temperature: Make sure your nozzle and bed temperatures are appropriate for the filament you're using. PLA, for example, usually needs a bed temperature of about 50-70°C and a nozzle temperature of about 180-220°C.

  5. Use a Brim or Raft: Adding a brim or raft in your print settings can significantly improve bed adhesion for the initial layers.

  6. Check Filament Quality: Ensure your filament is dry and free from defects. Moisture can cause printing issues, so consider using a filament dryer if necessary.

  7. Optimize Print Speed: Starting your print with a slower speed for the first few layers can improve adhesion and prevent the print from moving or warping.

  8. Update Firmware and Software: Ensure your printer's firmware is up to date and that you're using the optimal settings for your model and material in your slicing software.

  9. Calibrate Extruder: Make sure your extruder is properly calibrated to extrude the right amount of filament. Over-extrusion or under-extrusion can both lead to issues.

By incorporating these steps into your pre-print routine, you should see a significant reduction in spaghetti prints. It's all about ensuring that the first layer sticks well and that your printer is operating under the best conditions for the material you're using.

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