Best settings for optimal prints and printer longevity

Ender Series Creality Ender-3 V3 KE/SE
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Hi everyone,

I’m using an Ender 3 V3 SE with Creality Print as my slicing software. When printing with the default settings, the printer felt very fast and made a lot of clicking and mechanical noises while working (which I assume is probably normal).

After researching online and with the help of ChatGPT, I created a custom 0.20 mm “Standard” profile focused on achieving good print quality and improving printer longevity. Based on all the information I gathered, I slowed down and adjusted almost all speed-related and motion settings.

Now the printer runs noticeably slower, smoother, and quieter. When printing smaller parts, everything looks great and the results are very consistent. However, when I print taller models, I start experiencing warping and slight layer separation / weak wall adhesion.

At this point I’m wondering whether I may have over-slowed certain settings (speed, acceleration, cooling, or temperature), and if that could be causing these issues on taller prints.

Any advice or suggestions on which parameters I should revisit would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

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What material are you printing?It’s usually heat or improper cooling that causes warpage. When you say warpage do you mean the corners of your print are coming loose from the build plate? If that’s the case then start using brim. I always use a glue stick.
Here are some tips I found on the net:

Causes of Warping in 3D Printing

Warping occurs when the edges of a 3D print lift from the build plate, leading to distortion. This issue is particularly common with certain materials and can be attributed to several factors.

Temperature Issues

  • Uneven Heating: If the print bed is not heated evenly, it can cause different parts of the print to cool at varying rates, leading to warping.

  • Cooling Rate: Rapid cooling of the material can cause it to shrink unevenly, which is especially problematic for high-temperature materials like ABS.

Material Properties

  • Material Type: Certain materials, such as ABS and HIPS, are more prone to warping due to their higher shrinkage rates compared to others like PLA.

Environmental Factors

  • Drafts and Airflow: Placing the printer in a drafty area can lead to uneven cooling, exacerbating warping issues.

  • Printer Location: A printer located near windows or doors may be affected by temperature fluctuations.

Adhesion Problems

  • Bed Adhesion: Poor adhesion of the print to the bed can cause the edges to lift. This can be due to a contaminated print surface or inadequate adhesion methods.

Printing Settings

  • Slicer Settings: Incorrect settings in the slicing software, such as print speed and layer height, can contribute to warping.
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" *improving printer longevity" => Reduce accelelation by half and reduce the Max volumetric speed by half. Don’t forget to lubricate rods and your printer will last for a long time :slight_smile:

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