AC Nylon Rit Dye Color Chips

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The first time I dyed Nylon, the vivid colors impressed me greatly. I discovered that adjusting dye time and temperature allowed for precise control over different tones of each color. Moreover, distinct characteristics emerged with each dye color's progression. To create a progressive tone color chip set, I kept the temperature at 130 F and increased dye time by an hour per chip. This process resulted in an interesting day, as I immersed color chips, starting with one for a light tint and ending with nine or twelve for deep saturation. To avoid altering the dye, I omitted vinegar from the process, considering its impact on future filament uses and printing effects. Subsequently, I printed two walls in different directions to prevent trapped dye within infill areas. The chip set featured solid, infill, and thin-walled areas, along with adhesion pads for easy separation from the garolite base. Dried chips were hung on a string attached to Rit dye containers, showcasing the results of this process. These Nylon test chips can be printed individually or in sets, allowing users to experiment with different dye times and colors. Please share your experiences if you decide to try this method. Note that 618 Nylon was used for testing, but it remains uncertain how other Nylons absorb dye at the same pace.