#Using G10 on a SV06

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loud lagoon
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So I'm trying to use a G10 sheet as a print surface on my SV06 for PETG. Problem is, the print head has a metal detecting z axis sensor (don't know what that type is technically called). So its not detecting the G10 and just ramming its self into the bed. Has anyone else tried a similar setup? I could trick it by putting aluminum foil over it while calibrating then remove it before the print but that seems kind of sketchy. I tried lining the underside with foil but it couldn't detect it from far enough away. Is there a way to increase the distance of the sensors activation? I'd appreciate any help or ideas.

winged elkBOT
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It sounds like you are dealing with an inductive sensor on your printer. In this case, the sensor detects metallic surfaces, which is why it's not working with the non-metallic G10 sheet. Unfortunately, there isn't a straightforward way to increase the distance at which the sensor activates, as it is designed to detect metal at a specific range.

Using aluminum foil to temporarily trick the sensor during calibration, as you mentioned, may work as a workaround. However, I agree that it's not an ideal or sustainable solution. One potential option could be to look into getting a different type of sensor that is compatible with non-metallic surfaces like G10. Alternatively, you could try using a thin metal plate on top of the G10 sheet to provide a metallic surface for the sensor to detect.

I recommend reaching out to the printer manufacturer or online forums for specific advice tailored to your printer model and setup.

WARNING: This response is AI generated and may contain errors.
loud lagoon
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Sorry for some reason my message isn't showing up, so here it is if you can't see it either:

So I'm trying to use a G10 sheet as a print surface on my SV06 for PETG. Problem is, the print head has a metal detecting z axis sensor (don't know what that type is technically called). So its not detecting the G10 and just ramming its self into the bed. Has anyone else tried a similar setup? I could trick it by putting aluminum foil over it while calibrating then remove it before the print but that seems kind of sketchy. I tried lining the underside with foil but it couldn't detect it from far enough away. Is there a way to increase the distance of the sensors activation? I'd appreciate any help or ideas.

strange acorn
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The stock sensor is an inductive probe

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You could get a capacitive probe with the same form factor and wiring (pnp/npn, normally open/normally closed) but these have issues with changing temps and humidity

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Or install a touch probe (bltouchc/clones or klicky)

loud lagoon
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I was looking into different sensor types and optical seems pretty reliable... is that an option without more heavy mods to the print head?

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Or do you think lowering the inductive probe would help? with the metal backing of course...

strange acorn
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You need a steel sheet for it to work

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loud lagoon
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strange acorn
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Yeah thats too thick

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Touch probe or klicky

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or toss the g10vaulthah (not really)

loud lagoon
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strange acorn
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Petg included

loud lagoon
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Well maybe I'll just give that a shot.

winged elkBOT
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ebon ledge
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it does need to be much much much closer though

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thickness is 1.6mm

strange acorn