How to Achieve Smoother Horizontal SurfacesUpdated 2 months ago

One of the most critical factors influencing the surface quality is the layer height setting. Layer height determines the thickness of each printed layer and directly impacts the final finish of your model. A finer layer height creates more layers, which allows for smoother transitions and reduces the visibility of individual layers. However, the choice of layer height should be balanced with print speed and overall print time.

Recommended Layer Height Settings

• Fine Layer Height: If you are aiming for a super smooth finish, consider using a layer height of 0.1 mm or less if your nozzle size allows it (e.g., using a 0.4 mm nozzle). This reduction provides more detail, especially on horizontal surfaces.
• Adaptive Layer Height: Many slicers offer an adaptive layer height feature, which allows you to use different layer heights for different sections of your print. When printing more complex geometries or flat surfaces, adaptive layering can automatically change the height dynamically, using finer layers where detail is crucial and thicker layers where detail is less critical. This not only improves surface quality but also saves time by reducing the number of layers printed in simpler sections.