Brim vs Mouse Ears: Choosing Where a Print Needs Grip
Compare a full brim with local mouse ears for lifting corners. Inspect OrcaSlicer previews, tune the contact gap and account for edge cleanup.
Build plates & adhesion
Explore build plate surfaces, material compatibility, cleaning and first-layer adhesion for your printer.
All guides (5)
PETG Stuck to PEI? A Careful Print-Removal Guide
Remove a stubborn PETG print from PEI with controlled cooling and permitted sheet flexing. Recognize surface damage and prepare the next print correctly.
PLA Not Sticking to PEI? Read the First Layer
Diagnose PLA adhesion on PEI from first-layer lines, plate seating and failure location. Make one controlled adjustment before restarting a long print.
Smooth vs Textured PEI: Choose for the Part You Print
Choose smooth, textured or satin PEI around material compatibility, underside finish, part footprint and release, with checks for your printer and plate.
How to Clean a PEI Build Plate Without Damaging It
Clean a PEI build plate with a surface-specific routine, remove contamination without aggressive solvents, and separate cleaning problems from first-layer setup.