A Detailed Look at Dissolvable Supports and 3D Printing

A Detailed Look at Dissolvable Supports and 3D Printing

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Interactive Video

Engineering, Information Technology (IT), Architecture, Other

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The video explores the use of dissolvable supports in FDM 3D printing, highlighting challenges with traditional printers and the benefits of using independently moving hotends. Various materials like PLA, PTG, TPU, and nylon are tested with PVA and Poly dissolve. The video provides insights into the dissolving process, test results, and offers tips for achieving better print quality. It concludes with recommendations for printers and materials, emphasizing the importance of independently moving hotends for successful dissolvable support printing.

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1.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the main materials tested in the video for dissolvable supports?

Nylon

TPU

PTG

PVA

PLA

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What issues did the teacher face with using a single nozzle for dual materials?

Nozzle clogs

Materials not sticking

Parts being knocked over

Temperature differences

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the teacher's experience with the JG maker Artist D printer?

It had many issues

It worked well for dissolvable supports

It was too expensive

It was easy to use

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the teacher suggest keeping dissolvable materials effective during printing?

Keep them dry

Store them in water

Use them immediately

Heat them before use

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the recommended method for dissolving PVA and Poly dissolve supports?

Cold water

Warm moving water

Boiling water

Chemical solvents

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the test with the Hilbert cube?

It printed perfectly

It had under-extruded sections

It was impossible to print

It dissolved completely

7.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the teacher find about the adhesion of Poly dissolve compared to PVA?

Poly dissolve adheres better

PVA dissolves faster

Both are equally effective

Poly dissolve leaves residue

8.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant tip for achieving better adhesion with dissolvable supports?

Use a higher support interface density

Use a lower support interface density

Use a grid pattern

Use a solid pattern

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the teacher's final recommendation regarding printer setups for dissolvable supports?

Use any printer

Use independently moving hot ends

Use single nozzle printers

Avoid dual extruder setups