Gap Verification - EKOCYCLE Cube User Manual

Gap Verification

Print a test print from the System 1 menu . Once you have removed it from the print pad, visually inspect the first
(bottom) layer of the print and verify the quality . Turn the print upside down and inspect the printing grain . When the
gap is optimal, the bottom of the print should appear smooth and the lines should be very light and fused together .
Correct Gap
The gap is correct when the bottom of the print appears smooth and the lines are tightly fused together .
Gap Is Too Large
If the lines are more prominent (see the illustration below) and not tightly fused, the gap is too large . Auto Level and
Auto Gap should be performed .
When the gap is too large, the first layer may begin to fray when removing the print from the print pad .
Gap Is Too Narrow
When the gap is too narrow, the part may be very difficult to remove from the print pad . In addition, the bottom layers
may break off from the rest of the part while removing it . The bottom of the first layer will appear very smooth and shiny
with almost no visible lines .
NOTE: If the bottom of the part appears shiny, make sure all glue has been removed and then reinspect it .
Caution: Damage to the print pad can occur if the gap is too narrow .
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