Plastruder Calibration

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This script, based on http://blog.makerbot.com/2010/12/22/calculating-your-feedrate-to-get-awesome-prints/, is implemented semi-automatically within ReplicatorG 0023. It homes the machine, positions the nozzle over the build platform, and warms up the nozzle while extruding plastic. Instructive prompts are integrated for users, but a bug causes all M1 prompts to appear at once. The makerbot continues running, paused at M6 T0 (tool warmup). Due to this issue, a fixed pause is implemented based on user experience. Further enhancements could involve extruding and stopping, wiping with the ABP wiper, repositioning, and repeating for optimal steady-state extrusion measurement. Save the script as "Plastruder calibration.gcode" in the appropriate ReplicatorG directory, and access it through File|Scripts|calibration upon restarting the software. Follow the prompts after clicking "build." Be aware of the mentioned ReplicatorG bug affecting prompt functionality.