Hexagon patterns for Tulle

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This text appears to be a technical guide or troubleshooting document related to 3D printing, specifically the creation and printing of hexagonal patterns on a fabric or similar material using a 3D printer. The author has experience with this process and provides guidance on various aspects such as layer height, print speed, extrusion issues, first-layer patterns, movement, and potential problems. Here's a summary of the key points: **Layer Height and Print Speed** * A layer height of 0.2 to 0.4 mm can be used with a 0.4mm nozzle. * For higher layer heights, decrease print speed or risk getting blobby hexagons or a choked extruder. **Bed Temperature and Cooling** * Use a bed temperature around 110°C for ABS, but this can cause issues with small pieces letting go due to cooling. * Do not use a cooling fan as it can cool the plastic too much and make it let go. **Extrusion Issues** * Ensure the printer head does not leak too much filament or it will create strings and voids in the first layer of hexagons. * A slow extrude nozzle/plastic/extrude gear system can cause over-extrusion or under-extrusion, leading to whiskers and pulled-away corners. **First Layer Patterns and Movement** * Concentric bottom and top patterns were used to increase the chance of a good hexagon start. * The pattern starts at the outside corner and spirals inward.