Bed Materials

Getting things to stick

 Most people use plain window or mirror glass on their bed. This makes sure that you have an ultra level and smooth surface to attach your prints to. This also protects the original bed and for the cost of the glass should be considered mandatory for your printer. I use tempered glass as borosilicate glass is very expensive.
A lot of people use glue stick, hair spray or blue painters tape on their glass to aid in adhesion to the bed. After using these solutions for a while on my original printer it got to be a real mess. So I decided to try some other products. These are products I have tried and there are many more options out there as well.

Wolfbite

I tried this product and was pleased with the results. The problem is you have to apply it and let it dry. I found applying 1 coat / drying / applying another coat / drying was the best solution. This worked great with PLA and ABS. I have not tried any of the other exotic filaments but I'm sure with those 2 tested filaments that the others should not pose a problem.
Bed temperature requirements were not large 30C for PLA and no less that 70C for ABS allowed for good adhesion. This product needs to be re-applied after 2 or 3 prints. Best to wash it clean and start fresh. The only issue I have is this product has a strong odor! Just a heads up it can stink up a room!

It can be purchased here: WolfBite

Printz Plate - Zebra Plate

 This is an impressive product. This is an entire plate that does not require glass. It has 2 sides to it and both can be used. This product has a metal plate sandwiched between the 2 adhesion materials, one side white the other side black - hence "Zebra Plate". It also allows some flex if your prints are really stuck. I have not really had that issue with mine so far. Key is the squish you use (the amount the 1st layer is squished onto the bed) The less squish the less adhesion (even though it is usually still good!) having 2 sides make it well worth the money as it lasts twice as long and gives you a backup if you drop your nozzle too close and damage the one side. Temps range from 0-30C for PLA to 90C for ABS. With the metal sheet in the middle it seems to keep the temp on the bed more stable that with just plain glass.

It can be purchased here: Printinz Plates

FilaFarm Filaprint

 

This is a product that adheres to your glass to improve your adhesion. It is a really good option although it is not flexible if things get really stuck (which I have not had a problem with). Usually just letting it cool down to room temperature will allow removal of the print. DO NOT use metal items on this product. Best to use an old print to push on the printed item as you don't want to scratch the surface. Best to keep fingers and hands away also as the oils and dirt on your fingers or hands will affect the Filaprint over time. Temps on this product need to be a bit high PLA 60C and ABS 100C as minimums. I have been very happy with this product also. It would be a good choice and from reviewers seems to last years so the average yearly cost of it is a lot lower than you think.

It can be purchased here: FilaFarm Filaprint
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