1
submitted 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) by Wizard_Pope@lemmy.world to c/3dprinting@lemmy.world

So I have a bambulab A1 and recently wanted to print something with TPU. The issue I have however is that the extrusion is just hella inconsistent. I get a coupel seconds of normal extrusion and then a couple seconds of pretty much none. The first layer was only half filled when I checked and I want to know if you guys have any suggestions.

I used the base preset for generic TPU.

This is the first layer I get after trying a couple different presets. Better than before but still horrible.

top 1 comments
sorted by: hot top controversial new old
[-] Sphks@jlai.lu 1 points 4 months ago

Is your filament dry? With TPU, it's the first time that I saw a drastic difference of print quality. I dry my TPU for 3 hours at 45°C each time before printing.

this post was submitted on 01 Nov 2025
1 points (100.0% liked)

3DPrinting

21961 readers
4 users here now

3DPrinting is a place where makers of all skill levels and walks of life can learn about and discuss 3D printing and development of 3D printed parts and devices.

The r/functionalprint community is now located at: or !functionalprint@fedia.io

There are CAD communities available at: !cad@lemmy.world or !freecad@lemmy.ml

Rules

If you need an easy way to host pictures, https://catbox.moe may be an option. Be ethical about what you post and donate if you are able or use this a lot. It is just an individual hosting content, not a company. The image embedding syntax for Lemmy is ![](URL)

Moderation policy: Light, mostly invisible

founded 2 years ago
MODERATORS