3D printer repair
Every device fails from time to time. This is also the case with 3D printers. The causes of the fault may be different. Sometimes it is incorrect assembly of the elements that make up the 3D printer. Other causes of failure may be poor printer calibration or incorrectly selected filament, i.e. the printing material.
How to repair a printer? Check for irregularities on the printing surface
The element that most often fails in 3D printers is the nozzle. It can become clogged if the axes are incorrectly calibrated or if the base surface of the 3D printer is curved. Of course, faults may also occur if the printer is used for a long time. In such a case, it is important to know what 3D printer repair looks like.
A clogged nozzle in a 3D printer can cause many problems. An example is a lumpy or crooked surface of printed models. It also often happens that smaller or larger holes appear on the surface.
To protect yourself from such problems, always use your printer exactly as instructed in the user manual. In a sense, this is a preventive measure. However, if the nozzle becomes clogged, appropriate repairs must be made. First, heat the nozzle to its maximum temperature and then push the filament inside it. It is the filament remnants that most often clog the printer nozzle.
If this method does not bring the expected result, the filament remnants must be removed manually. To do this, wait until the nozzle cools down slightly. Then remove the filament with a wire. Be careful not to accidentally burn yourself. At the same time, you can remove any other dirt.
Ways to repair a 3D printer
Unfortunately, it sometimes happens that the simplest methods of printer repair are not sufficient. Then you need to use slightly stronger measures. If the method described above does not help, then you will need to remove the nozzle from the printer. After removing it, the nozzle must be cleaned very carefully by hand to remove any filament residue and any other contamination.
It is best to use a small and thin wire to clean the nozzle. Of course, this should be done very carefully so as not to accidentally damage any of the nozzle elements. Another solution is to throw the nozzle into acetone. The nozzle should soak in this for about an hour. Acetone is an agent that will effectively remove any dirt from the nozzle. Also those that were difficult to remove manually before. However, in this case, appropriate precautions must also be taken because acetone is a flammable agent. So you can't do it near a fire.
Printer repair – what can have a negative impact on 3D printer parts?
Applying the wrong amount of oil or grease has a negative impact on print quality. It is equally important to check the efficiency of the fans and thoroughly clean the print cores with a special filament. However, the material feed rollers may become clogged over time and no longer deliver the correct dispense. Sometimes these are problems that start slowly and then get worse.
Where to buy parts for a 3D printer? Check out the 3D printer store
Is your 3D printer suddenly printing incorrectly or not printing at all? You can conveniently and easily order parts for your 3D printer online. But what if the device has a technical fault or requires service?
As a 3D printing distributor, we maintain contacts with many manufacturers. Therefore, we have extensive technical knowledge about 3D printers, which is necessary for the repair and maintenance of 3D printers. We have an extensive stock of spare parts and can repair your 3D printer in a short time. If a replacement part is not available, we can request it directly from the manufacturer.
If you have a faulty device and you do not know the cause of the fault, the 3D printer shop will be happy to prepare a cost estimate in which a competent technician will diagnose your device, determine the defects and prepare a plan to repair the device. You can return the faulty device in person to the workshop or send it by post. To make the process go quickly and smoothly, schedule an appointment for both.
If you have any questions, please contact us by phone, e-mail or contact form during business hours.
Buy spare parts to build a 3D printer
As you can see, a 3D printer failure is not the end of the world. Even if one of its key elements, i.e. the nozzle, fails. It is possible to repair it. Of course, you don't have to do it yourself. A damaged 3D printer can be sent to a specialized service for repair. This is a good solution, especially for those who have no experience in repairing this type of equipment.
