Insane Support Settings for 3D Printing Miniatures in Lychee

Are you looking to optimize your 3D printing workflow for miniatures in Lychee? Look no further! In this guide, I will share with you my carefully crafted insane support settings for achieving high-quality prints with minimal model damage. These settings have been rigorously tested and refined over the course of three months to ensure optimal results. Let's dive in!

Understanding Support Settings in Lychee

Before we delve into the specific settings for light, medium, and heavy supports, let's briefly discuss the importance of support structures in 3D printing. Supports are essential for stabilizing overhangs and intricate details during the printing process, ensuring a successful outcome.

In Lychee, the concept of penetration differs from other slicer software like Chitubox. While many users argue that penetration is unnecessary in Lychee due to its unique contact mechanism, I beg to differ. Based on my experience, when supports are positioned at angles greater than 45 degrees, a certain level of penetration is required to achieve full tip contact and provide adequate support.

Insane Support Settings Breakdown

Light Supports:

Base Diameter: 1.2
Tip Diameter: 0.15
Length: 3
Penetration: 0
Override Preset: Light

Medium Supports:

Base Diameter: 1.2
Tip Diameter: 0.30
Length: 3
Penetration: 0
Override Preset: Medium

Heavy Supports:

Base Diameter: 1.2
Tip Diameter: 0.50 (0.60 for denser models)
Length: 3
Penetration: 0
Override Preset: Heavy

By maintaining consistency in the base diameter across all support types and adjusting the tip diameter accordingly, you can ensure uniform support while accommodating the varying needs of light, medium, and heavy models.

Fine-Tuning for Mini Supports

When it comes to supporting miniatures, I recommend a tip diameter of 0.15 for light support, 0.30 for medium support, and 0.50 for heavy support. However, for miniatures with unique shapes or delicate features, don't hesitate to adjust the settings based on your intuition and the specific requirements of each model.

Conclusion

In conclusion, these insane support settings have been meticulously crafted to deliver superior print quality while minimizing the need for post-processing. Experiment with these settings, adapt them to your workflow, and witness the difference in your 3D printing projects.

Remember, precision and fine-tuning are key to achieving remarkable results in your 3D printing endeavors. Stay tuned for more tutorials and insights on optimizing your 3D printing experience. Happy printing!

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