Table 1 Common problems encountered in 3D printing
From: Utilization of desktop 3D printer-fabricated “Cost-Effective” 3D models in orthognathic surgery
A. Possible causes and remedies of 3D printing failure due to inadequate 3D CAD data creation | ||
1. | Ingenuity during CT scanning—ingenuity during imaging to minimize metal artifacts | |
2. | Design changes suitable for FDM 3D printer—3D CAD data creation that understands the characteristics of FDM 3D printer | |
3. | Utilization of STL editing software—noise reduction on image, data volume reduction, loss compensation, etc. | |
4. | Add the support structures—building in 3D CAD data creation | |
B. Possible causes and remedies of 3D printing failure due to 3D printing software (parameters of the slicing software) | ||
1. | Adjustment of print parameters suitable for each 3D printer | |
2. | Adjustment of print temperature according to each filament | |
3. | Adjustment of support structure settings for 3D printing | |
4. | Using other 3D printing software | |
C. Possible causes and remedies of 3D printing failure due to 3D printer | ||
1. | Extruder (the part of the 3D printer that ejects material in semi-liquid) adjustment and/or replacement | |
2. | Using and/or replacing other filaments | |
3. | Using and/or replacing adhesive sheet/materials of heat beds that makes the cooling 3D models | |
4. | Responding to temperature—room temperature adjustment and ventilation from the surroundings during 3D printing | |