ABP Belt Finder - <i>PET bottles will not work!</i>

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Having posted earlier, I've tested PET bottle plastic that curls at 120°C. However, my search for a seamless belt for my Automatic Build Platform continues. The current belts bulge at seams, affecting print shapes. Made of PET, these bottles offer potential for a seamless belt solution. Measuring 90mm in diameter, I sought a bottle with a clean cylindrical middle section and height over 100mm. After visiting a convenience store near home, I found a suitable bottle but without liquid inside; a larger Pepsi bottle was also bought for testing. Before cutting, mark lines on the full bottle using a permanent pen, and cut with scissors for safety. As the belt is thicker than ABP belts, opt for thinner-walled bottles. Cover with Kapton tape for better adhesion. Wider bottles may require additional rollers in the ABP for tensioning. I'll keep my gauge handy during grocery shopping for the perfect seamless belt quest! Meanwhile, I updated the STL file to remove problematic 3D text.