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Reddit mentions of Gizmo Dorks PEI Sheet 8" x 8" (203mm x 203mm) 1mm Thick 3D Printer Build Surface with 3M 468MP Adhesive, Made in The USA
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We found 11 Reddit mentions of Gizmo Dorks PEI Sheet 8" x 8" (203mm x 203mm) 1mm Thick 3D Printer Build Surface with 3M 468MP Adhesive, Made in The USA. Here are the top ones.
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- MADE IN THE USA: Single 1mm thick sheet installs quickly on top of existing flat build platforms (e.g. borosilicate glass) using the 3M 468MP adhesive transfer tape.
- ABS and PLA filaments (along with many other materials) print directly on to PEI surface without the need for additional adhesives, tapes, or slurry.
- REMOVE FILM FROM BOTH SIDES BEFORE USING: Blue protective film guards against scratches during shipping and handling.
- Reuse for multiple prints, just wipe down with isopropyl alcohol between prints for best results
- Includes: 1x PEI sheet, 1x full size 3M 468MP adhesive transfer tape
Features:
Specs:
| Height | 0.1 Inches |
| Length | 8 Inches |
| Weight | 0.15 Pounds |
| Width | 8 Inches |
I recommend a PEI sheet on top of the glass. I get really nice first layers using it. This is the one I use: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074XJLWL6
Raft, Skirt, Brim.
https://www.simplify3d.com/support/articles/rafts-skirts-and-brims/
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4y8TCj2RuM
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And this or Glass gives a shiny, reflective bottom.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074XJLWL6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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PEI, Polyethylenimine, is a type of plastic and you can buy it in various forms (including sheets). It's handy because it's nice and sticky to plastics like PLA when it's heated but releases well when it's at room temperature (a few taps along the edge of the base of the print releases most things). The only issue I've had with it is that TPU sticks a bit too well, but TPU's really best printed on a pure glass bed anyways.
I've got a sheet of PEI adhered to a glass sheet and clipped to my print bed. It works great.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074XJLWL6?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf this isn't an affiliate link or anything, just copy and pasted from the amazon app. I had to cut the sheet down a bit. It scores and breaks pretty nicely. Keep in mind it's about 1mm thick though.
The first thing I did when I got mine was replace the stock extruder fan with a radial fan + a diiicooler link
I also printed a z-axis stabilizer
Upgrading the to an all metal hot end is also a solid choice
Getting a pei sheet and a piece of borosilicate glass for your build plate will help too.
Gizmo Dorks PEI Sheet 8" x 8" (203mm x 203mm) 1mm Thick 3D Printer Build Surface with 3M 468MP Adhesive, Made in The USA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074XJLWL6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_T2H9Bb7E9V5RS
I have the same printer you do. I bought that, placed it over the black mat that is installed, secured it with metal binder clips, leveled my bed, built an enclosure out of foam board and print with ABS. Wipe it down between prints with alcohol. No adhesion issues at all. Let your print cool 30 minutes and they pop right off.
Also, tighten your bolts around the rods, they are accessed from the bottom of the motors. Mine were loose when shipped. https://3dprinterwiki.info/wiki/wanhao-duplicator-i3/
Gizmo Dorks PEI Sheet 8" x 8" 1 mm 3D Printer Build Surface with 3M 468MP Adhesive Tape https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074XJLWL6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_kgyXAbNEW8B6H
I replaced the old Buildtak bed on my 200x200 RAMPS i3 clone with a GizmoDorks PEI sheet and have been very happy with the results.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B074XJLWL6
At the time of this posting, there's a 10% off coupon (activated by clicking). Different sizes are also available.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074XJLWL6
I would get some of these to upgrade your print surface. I got them for my printer, and prints stick perfectly Everytime with absolutely no hairspray or tape, just clean it in-between prints.
https://www.amazon.com/Gizmo-Dorks-Printer-Surface-Adhesive/dp/B074XJLWL6?adgrpid=61477283172&hvadid=274674964725&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9033692&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t2&hvqmt=e&hvrand=1527745715342828080&hvtargid=kwd-304685224209&keywords=pei+sheets&qid=1535906270&sr=8-1-spons&tag=hydsma-20&ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa&psc=1
I love my PEI sheet, at first it was strong enough I had to put my glass in the freezer to remove prints, after a while it dulls a bit, but if you sand it lightly it'll make it grippy again. Also alcohol / acetone wipe down every once in a while helps.
The one I use:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074XJLWL6/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_gSfsDbWX1S36A