If you notice inconsistencies in your prints, such as parts on the left-hand side being too close to the build plate and parts on the right-hand side being too far (or vice versa), it might indicate that the bed leveling is not working correctly. This guide will help you troubleshoot and correct bed leveling issues.
When printing large parts or multiple objects on the build plate in Standard Mode, you may observe:
These symptoms suggest that the bed leveling might not be functioning correctly, and bed leveling correction is needed.
On all 22 IDEX V3 machines, automatic bed leveling correction is turned on by default and is adjusted during auto-calibration. If you experience issues with your first layer, please follow the manual bed leveling correction steps described below.
By default, the automated bed leveling correction is disabled in the firmware. To enable it, follow these steps:
Enable Automatic Mode:
Macros > System > Calibration > Mesh Calibration
.Toggle Compensation Mode
.This macro acts as a toggle:
AutoCalibration (Recommended to run if you have not done it recently):
Once automated mode is enabled and calibrated, the stored value will be used for all future prints, ensuring consistent results across the build surface.
Access Manual Adjustment Macros:
Macros > System > Calibration > Mesh Calibration
.↑_↓ RHS Down
: Rotates the build plate clockwise, lowering the right-hand side (making it farther from the nozzle).↓_↑ RHS Up
: Rotates the build plate counterclockwise, raising the right-hand side (making it closer to the nozzle).Understanding the Adjustment:
↑_↓ RHS Down
, the right side of the build plate moves down, increasing the gap between the nozzle and the bed on that side.↓_↑ RHS Up
, the right side of the build plate moves up, decreasing the gap and bringing it closer to the nozzle.Remember, adjusting one side affects the other. If you lower the right-hand side, the left-hand side becomes relatively higher, and vice versa. Through small, incremental changes, you can achieve a perfect balance.
To verify the effectiveness of your bed leveling (automatic or manual), use the built-in test print:
Open the Test File:
G-Codes
tab, then Slicer > Tests
, and download Mesh Bed Test.3MF
.Print the Test Squares:
Evaluate the Results:
Refine and Reprint:
Once achieved, your machine should maintain consistent first-layer results across the entire build surface for future prints.
By following these steps, you can correct bed leveling issues and ensure consistent first layers across the build plate. If you encounter any difficulties or need further assistance, please contact our support team.