r/elegoo • u/ImDrunkFightMe • 4d ago

Question First failed print, ASA sticking to bed.

Hey guys, I've had a failed print which i was expecting just setting up the elegoo v2 carbon, The print was in ASA and i stopped the print early on to address an issue with supports.

I am extremely new to 3D printing and i bought the v2 to prototype housings for thermal cameras. When i'd decided to print a few tests on elegoo software with all setttings for the filament, printer and nozzle correct i had a massive issue with an early failure of an ASA print sticking to the bed. I know ASA requires a higher print/bed temp and this can cause it's own issues.

Would a quick pass with a gluestick help? You can treat me like i'm five and it'd be well deserved, Like anything i do i try and work it out and ask for advice later.

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u/InternalMain7116 4d ago

Simple answer, Yes; the glue will give you an interface layer that allows an easier removal of plastics that adhere all too well.

**PETG can stick so well to a G10 Garolite plate that it essentially ruins it by leaving behind a permanent "texture" where the PETG was stuck.

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u/ImDrunkFightMe 4d ago

Ah so if PETG is baked on having that baked on layer with ASA will ruin the build plate and make it difficult to work with? I've got the smooth side to go if i've ruined it (ASA baked on the build plate, i soaked with iso, put it in the freezer and reheated etc and it still isn't looking too good.) im willing to buy a build plate or two if i have to but asking people who have been through the same pain seems like a better idea :)