Easy Material Settings Calibration Piece

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I was searching for a simple test that could assist me with filament material settings, something to get me started without wasting too much time. Fortunately, there are many resources available online, but what I really needed was a quick way to try out basic settings such as temperature, flow rate, speed, and layer height. I discovered a small 3D model that fits my requirements perfectly - it only takes around 5-10 minutes to print, depending on the settings you use. Here are its features: It has exact wall thicknesses of 1.0mm, which helps identify any issues with under- or over-flows. There is a small 45° overhang and a 1.0mm platform that demonstrates warping effects and may require adjustments to filament fan speed. Stringing between the tube and the platform can also be tested with this model. A tiny space of 0.2mm is included between the cube and the cylinder, making it easy to check if necessary. The attached image shows various prints made from Nylon, T-Glase, Flex, ABS, PLA, and XT filaments, arranged from left to right in the first row. I found this small model really helpful when testing new materials - perhaps it can be as useful for you too. A pro tip is to double the print size in your slicer software to 200% for an even better result at the end of each setting. The two images below demonstrate the outcome of this technique. To learn more about overhangs and filament settings, visit http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2611846 or http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2182560 if you have problems with layer bonding.