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3d Printing
Retraction Settings Calculator
Finds the recommended retraction distance for your extruder type, nozzle size, and filament material. Use it when eliminating stringing, oozing, or blobs between printed features.
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3d Printing
3D Printer Cooling Calculator
Recommends a cooling fan speed percentage for FDM 3D printing based on material type, layer time, nozzle temperature, and ambient conditions. Use it to dial in cooling settings for overhangs and bridging.
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Key differences
| Retraction Settings Calculator | 3D Printer Cooling Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | 3d Printing | 3d Printing |
| Inputs required | 3 | 5 |
| Result | Recommended Retraction Distance (mm) | Optimal Fan Speed (%) |
| What it does | Finds the recommended retraction distance for your extruder type, nozzle size, and filament material. Use it when eliminating stringing, oozing, or blobs between printed features. | Recommends a cooling fan speed percentage for FDM 3D printing based on material type, layer time, nozzle temperature, and ambient conditions. Use it to dial in cooling settings for overhangs and bridging. |