Temperature calibration

Orca Slicer Temperature Tower Calibration Guide

1. Preparation

1. Select the correct material type Before starting the temperature tower test, make sure to select the correct material type in the Material Options section, such as PLA, PETG, or ABS. This is crucial because different materials require different nozzle and bed temperatures. Orca Slicer will automatically set the bed temperature based on the material type you choose.

2. Load the built-in temperature tower model Open Orca Slicer, click on "Calibration," find and load the Temperature .

2. Set nozzle temperature parameters

1. Set nozzle temperature range: In the Slicing Settings, the software already provides default temperature configurations for each layer, which are typically suitable. You can, of course, adjust these settings according to your specific needs.

   For example:

   • PLA: Set the temperature range from 190°C to 230°C.

   • PETG: Set the temperature range from 230°C to 250°C.

   • ABS: Set the temperature range from 230°C to 260°C.

2. Maintain bed temperature Orca Slicer doesn’t support setting different bed temperatures for each layer, but the bed temperature will be automatically adjusted based on the material type you selected. Therefore, make sure you have selected the correct material type. For example, the recommended bed temperature for PLA is 60°C, PETG is 70-80°C, and ABS is 90-110°C.

3. Start printing the temperature tower

1. Slice and print After completing the setup, slice the file and send it to your 3D printer to start printing the temperature tower.

2. Observe the print results Once the print is complete, carefully inspect the quality of each layer. Pay close attention to the following:

   • Stringing

   • Layer adhesion

   • Warping and bed adhesion

   • Overhang and bridging performance

4. Determine the optimal nozzle temperature

Based on the printing performance of the temperature tower, select the layer with the least stringing, the best layer adhesion, and no warping as the optimal nozzle temperature for that material.

5. Reset slicer settings

Note: After completing the temperature tower calibration, be sure to start a new project to reset the Orca Slicer’s settings to ensure proper default parameters for future prints.

Conclusion

By selecting the correct material type and using the built-in temperature tower model, you can quickly find the optimal nozzle temperature. The bed temperature will automatically adjust based on the selected material type, so be sure to choose the correct material to ensure the best overall printing setup.