Wind guide for HICTOP Desktop 3D Printer

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UPDATE: Version 1.3 A Custom Honeycomb Fan Grill Design High-resolution printing is key to achieving a perfect honeycomb pattern, and I recommend setting the print resolution to .125mm for optimal results. Going above this resolution may compromise the integrity of the design. For maximum structural integrity, I opted for 100% infill, ensuring that every layer is fully solidified before moving on to the next one. This approach has proven effective in maintaining the shape and stability of the grill. To facilitate easy removal of the supports, I used the CURA software to generate a touching build plate setting only. This allows for smooth extraction of the supports from within the enclosure without any hindrance. During printing, I observed no signs of sagging or warping around the outlet hole, which suggests that this design is robust and capable of withstanding thermal stress. UPDATE: Version 1.2 A Revised Wind Guide for HICTOP Desktop 3D Printer To enhance airflow and minimize warping, I modified the original wind guide to increase the inlet-outlet area of the shroud. This adjustment has yielded a more even cooling distribution across the print bed, resulting in reduced warping on corners and overall improved print quality. Printed at a resolution of .125mm/layer height, this revised design showcases the benefits of high-resolution printing. With 100% infill and strategically placed supports, this wind guide is designed to optimize airflow and minimize thermal stress on the printer.