Tricker Laser Aluminum Spreader + PEI sheet

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Tricker Laser Aluminum Spreader + PEI sheet

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Hello,

I was wondering about layering.

Should i do

Heat Bed > Aluminum Spreader > Glass > PEI

or

Heat Bed > Aluminum Spreader > PEI
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Re: Tricker Laser Aluminum Spreader + PEI sheet

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1st option... you need the glass to keep the PEI flat. The relative flatness of the Trick Laser spreader is good, but not good enough for a consistent layer height.
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Re: Tricker Laser Aluminum Spreader + PEI sheet

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Darn. Oh well :D
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Re: Tricker Laser Aluminum Spreader + PEI sheet

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First option gives you flexibility and assures a flat PEI installation. Flexibility: you can easily remove the bed and flip it over to print on glass, etc.

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