Super Smooth 3D Prints: Non-Planar Ironing on Every 3D Printer

Visit PCBWay, the sponsor of this video: https://www.pcbway.com/ [AD] This video explores an interesting approach to non-planar 3D printing by ZHAW. Utilizing curved layer printing combined with ironing, ultra-smooth top surfaces can be achieved, significantly reducing visible layer lines and stair-stepping. I test the Python script for slicing, share my findings, and show you how to try it yourself. This technique can be applied on any 3d printer, like Prusa MK4, Prusa CORE One, Prusa MINI, Creality or even Bambulab machines. 🔗 Useful Links My Website: https://jantec.xyz 3D Printer Recommendation: https://www.prusa3d.com/product/prusa-core-one/#a_aid=jantec (aff) Referenced Paper: https://www.mdpi.com/2504-4494/8/6/270 Python Script on Github: https://github.com/RotBotSlicer/Nonplanar_Slicing/tree/main Airbrush Nozzle: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_onxxkhd (aff) E3D Revo Belt Nozzle: https://tidd.ly/4jLvvus (aff) Prusa V6 to Nextruder Adapter: https://www.prusa3d.com/de/produkt/nextruder-v6-nozzle-adapter/#a_aid=jantec (aff) Video from CNC Kitchen "Conical Slicing: A different angle of 3D printing": https://youtu.be/1i-1TEdByZY?si=T2tFNfFyBdZIzxEN 💚 Support Me AliExpress Affiliate: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oFiqj47 (aff) Amazon (recommended products): https://amzn.to/4b5coqD Prusa Affiliate: https://www.prusa3d.com/#a_aid=jantec (aff) Use the code "@JanTec" and get up to 200 Prusameters with the purchase of your first Prusa 3D printer! 3DJake Affiliate: https://tidd.ly/4481AFX (aff) Nobufil Affiliate: https://www.nobufil.com/?ref=JanTec (aff) Get 15% off at Nobufil with the code "JANTEC"! 👐 Follow me on my other social media channels to never miss any updates: X (Twitter): https://x.com/jan_tec Printables: https://www.printables.com/@JanTec LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wegenerj/ 📄 Sources S1: https://www.zhaw.ch/en/engineering/institutes-centres/ims S2: https://youtu.be/T_347m_lxes?si=4Ko6Q-6OyEGkaMHd S3: https://youtu.be/7XFWwW-U-fo?si=Q83A9ux-iy7SW-EB S4: CNC Kitchen about the RotBot: a 4-axis 3D printer that allows printing completely horizontal overhangs without any support structure. Video: "Impressive 4-Axis Non-Planar 3D Printing": https://youtu.be/7LRWuccMGjc?si=lPdGUih-6kyjQo-3 Mentioned Paper: https://www.mdpi.com/2504-4494/8/6/270 📚 Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:42 Key Idea 02:15 ZHAW's Approach 03:43 Upgrading my Printers 05:35 PCBWay [AD] 06:22 Slicing 07:29 Printing & Testing 10:42 Summary & Outlook ℹ️ Disclaimer The links marked with "(aff)" are affiliate links, which means that I receive a commission if you buy through the link - at no extra cost for you! As an Amazon partner, I earn from qualified sales. FTC Disclaimer: A percentage of sales is made through Affiliate links Some of the products shown in the video were provided to me free of charge for testing/promotional purposes. Part of the video is sponsored by PCBWay.