Has anyone managed to perfectly calibrate Bambu PETG Basic?
The default profile already produces pretty good results, but I’d like to dial it in even further and get the best possible print quality.
I am using A1 mini.
For example, the default flow rate is 0.94, but after running a thorough YOLO calibration, a value around 0.96–0.97 seems to produce better results.
If you want it to be perfect - I mean, really perfect - then you have to calibrate it yourself instead of using someone else’s settings. Why?
Even filaments from the same manufacturer can be different. There are many factors to consider, such as humidity and whether it comes from the same factory.
The tolerances of your printer, the print plate your using, your nozzle, how worn it is, etc.
If that’s what you’re looking for, the only correct answer is: You’ll have to calibrate it yourself.
The advantage: You’ll get truly optimal results and won’t have to rely on values set by others that aren’t right for you personally.
Also bear in mind: Calibration accounts for 30% of quality; the remaining 60% is divided between slicer settings and the actual model design. The final 10% is often made up of factors that are difficult to control, such as room temperature, drafts from open windows, etc.
Don’t underestimate how much the actual 3D model contributes to the quality (avoiding support structures, printer-friendly design, etc.)