Build plate with graphics on it trying to get it to come out smooth | 3D Printing | Page 1

brave solstice Jul 14, 2026, 2:36 AM

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I’m having an issue where the face side on my build plate is not transitioning over I have a carbon fiber style. I am trying to get to move over smooth and I keep getting these layer lines. I’ve tried all different types of baby stepping calibration, extrude rates as well as different filament I’m really struggling here lol

On a QIDI tech Q1 pro
I’m relatively new 3-D printing so would appreciate the hands-on help open to learn

vivid geode Jul 14, 2026, 2:45 AM

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brave solstice I’m having an issue where the face side on my build plate is not transitioning o...

Your on the right track. Peo plates are challenge to get the z offset correct.
Atm, most of your samples are still with the nozzle a little too close to the bed.

Double check \ research if your z offset is saving properly.

odd muskBOT Jul 14, 2026, 4:50 AM

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brave solstice Jul 14, 2026, 12:13 PM

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I’m still looking I appreciate it. I feel like however it’s not extruding enough maybe

odd muskBOT Jul 14, 2026, 2:15 PM

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brave solstice Jul 14, 2026, 2:39 PM

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I’ve started making swatches to see if I can get that to come out smooth

balmy hornet Jul 14, 2026, 3:42 PM

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those look too far

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you can see gaps

odd muskBOT Jul 14, 2026, 5:45 PM

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