Pressure advance
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This guide explains how to calibrate the pressure advance setting using V-Shape Mode in Orca Slicer. You will need to adjust settings in printer.cfg, print a calibration pattern, and fine-tune the pressure advance value based on the print results.
Preparation
Update printer.cfg:
Before starting the calibration, set pressure_advance to 0 in your printer.cfg file to ensure no pressure advance effect during the test.
Calibration Process
Slice the Model:
Slice the model with V-Shape Mode enabled. Review the complete calibration pattern in the preview interface to confirm it’s correctly set up.
Print the Calibration Model:
Print the calibration model with pressure_advance set to 0.
Examine the printed V-Shape pattern, especially the corners, for any signs of uneven extrusion or other issues.
Evaluation and Adjustment
Evaluate Print Results:
Assess the V-Shape pattern, focusing on the clarity and consistency of the corners.
Identify the pressure advance value that yields the best print quality.
Adjust pressure_advance:
Update the pressure_advance value in your printer.cfg based on the results:
Restart the Printer:
After updating the configuration, restart your printer to apply the new pressure_advance settings.
Reprint and Verify:
Reprint the calibration model to confirm that the new pressure_advance value has improved the print quality.
Finalizing Calibration
Confirm Results:
You can test the adjusted pressure_advance value by printing a VORON cube to check the sharpness and consistency of the corners.
Save Settings:
Once the calibration is satisfactory, save the settings for future prints.
By following these steps, you’ll effectively calibrate the pressure advance setting in Orca Slicer using V-Shape Mode, leading to improved print accuracy and quality.
