#My printer is printing but the filament sticks to the nozzle. What can i do?

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mild bronze
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It also doesnt feed enough filament to the nozzle

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If your 3D printer isn't feeding enough filament to the nozzle, it could be due to a clogged nozzle, improper filament diameter settings, or a faulty extruder stepper motor. To troubleshoot this issue, you can try the following steps:

  1. Check the filament path for any obstructions.
  2. Ensure that the filament diameter settings in your slicer software match the actual diameter of your filament.
  3. Clean or replace the nozzle to remove any clogs.
  4. Check the extruder stepper motor for any issues, such as a loose gear or a damaged motor.

If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may need to seek further assistance from the manufacturer or a professional technician.

shell quartzBOT
# mild bronze It also doesnt feed enough filament to the nozzle

Tips for better first layer success

The first layer is quite literally the foundation of a successful print. These are some of the things to keep in mind:

  • Wash your print surface with dish soap and water, refer to ?bedcleaning .
  • Ensure your printing temperatures are appropriate. For PLA, the ideal bed temperature is 55°C-60°C. If the lines appear to come out "gummy" and forms clumps, raising the nozzle temperature may help. Calibrate your nozzle temperature by printing a temperature tower. Refer also to ?platemps .
  • Relevel your bed and ensure your nozzle distance is equally spaced at each corner, refer to ?paperlevel . If your printer is equipped with a bed meshing probe such as a BLTouch or CRTouch, make sure your Z-offset positions the nozzle close enough to the bed, refer to ?z-offset for additional information. If your printer has automatic Z-offset calibration, make sure the nozzle is clean while the calibration runs.
  • You can confirm that your leveling and Z-offset is correct by observing your first layer extrusion by printing a full layer test: Printables, Thingiverse Refer to ?leveling for help with the interpretation of the results.
  • Ensure the nozzle is not colliding with the print. This usually presents itself as loud noises and layer shifting. Some causes may include overextrusion, insufficient cooling, mechanical Z axis issues, or insufficient Z hop
  • For warp-prone materials such as ABS, Nylon, Polypropylene and others an enclosure is recommended, ensure ambient temperatures are high enough (40°C+) and stable. Consider using a specialized bed adhesive.