#Trouble figuring out what's wrong with my printer

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uncut lily
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I can't seem to figure out the issue with my printer, but the quality has diminished quite substantially ever since I switched my nozzle to a hardened steel one of the same diameter.

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lunar sundialBOT
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It's possible that the issue with the diminished print quality could be related to the switch to a hardened steel nozzle. Here are a few things you can check and troubleshoot:

  1. Nozzle height: Make sure that the nozzle is positioned at the correct height above the build plate. If it's too high or too low, it can affect the print quality.
  2. Nozzle clogging: Check if there are any clogs in the nozzle. A hardened steel nozzle may require higher printing temperatures, so ensure that the filament is flowing smoothly through the nozzle.
  3. Filament compatibility: Verify that the filament you're using is compatible with a hardened steel nozzle. Certain specialty filaments may require specific nozzle types for optimal results.
  4. Nozzle diameter: Double-check that the new nozzle you installed has the same diameter as the previous one. Different diameters can affect the extrusion rate and affect print quality.

If these steps don't resolve the issue, it may be helpful to provide additiona...

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uncut lily
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I've increased the temperature by 10 degrees and adjusted the z offset. I don't know why the quality is so terrible all of a sudden. Strange vomit-like plastic coming out of the sides, random specks of plastic flung away from the print, and the print ended up detaching from the bed around 82%.

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The printer is nearly completely non-functional as long as the quality is this poor.