3 Likes
Do I take it using isopropyl alcohol is not longer recommended for any plate? I know some plates you shouldn’t use alcohol but didn’t think it shouldn’t be used at all?
Alcohol might work in certain cases (for example, Smooth PEI Plate) but there’s a high chance that there will be some remaining grease or oils on the plate, and a print failure might occur.
In the case of the Textured PEI plate, the alcohol doesn’t really help to remove the grease, but it actually spreads it over the plate.
In short, the best way to ensure great adhesion is by washing the plate as instructed. Dish soap + water works very well to get rid of any contaminants.
4 Likes
This guide needs to be included at the top of all printers so it is the first thing to be seen when opening the box.
It should also include the phrase…
If your model doesn’t stick to the build plate, wash your plate before trying again, only then rate a profile.
Bed adhesion problems are almost always build plate issues that can be rectified with this minimal maintenance. If a profile has lots of 5 stars, your experience of a bed adhesion problem is highly unlikely to be related to the model or the profile.
4 Likes
Another great write-up. There have been quite a few other great posts sharing knowledge or tips, such as the power system plan series and the tips on preventing warping.
I would suggest MW put all these writings, and links to knowledge-sharing Youtube videos, in the Bambu Lab Academy. Maybe add a new menu called “Knowledge Base’ or “3D Printing Tips” and add it to the right of Workshop.
Without a central place to hold them, users can easily miss these articles if they don’t happen to see the posts while visiting the forum.
1 Like
We are actually working on that and we should have an update soon 
1 Like