Quick Support and Bridging Test Model | Calibration Cube for Checking Overhangs

I present a simple and extremely fast-to-print model that serves as the ideal tool for calibrating and optimizing support settings and bridging in your slicer. This small cuboid provides comprehensive feedback in just a few minutes, avoiding wasted filament on large test prints.

• Test Objective: The model allows you to check three key aspects of your support settings:

1. Support Pattern and Spacing: The print starts with a thin segment where supports are generated, allowing quick evaluation of the pattern and density.

2. Interface Layer: The separation (interface) layer is generated next. Check for correct printing and adequate separation from the main model body.

3. Quality of the Ceiling Surface: After the final "roof" of the model is printed (and supports are removed), you can assess the surface quality and how easily the supports detach.

• Efficiency: Due to its small size, this model allows for rapid retesting and saves filament while searching for the perfect settings.

⚙ Printing Tips (Starting Settings)

• Material: Any material (PLA/PETG) whose settings you wish to test.

• Infill: Minimal, e.g., 10-15%.

• Layer Height: Standard (e.g., 0.2 mm).

• Requirements: Support generation must be enabled in your slicer.

• Starting Support Parameters (For 0.2 mm layer height):

• Support Pattern Spacing (Density): 3 mm – 3.5 mm (Depending on the material).

• Z-Distance: 0.3 mm.

• Number of Interface Layers: 1-2.