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--- understanding_the_gcode_z_offset [2025/09/20 16:44] – dshoop
+++ understanding_the_gcode_z_offset [2025/10/14 19:31] (current) – [Setting and calibrating the gcode z offset] dshoop
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-Generally speaking an otherwise uninfluenced extrusion from the nozzle will have a circular cross section. If an extruded line is placed next to another extruded line which each have a circular cross section they only tangentially connect. It will also only tangentially connect with the plate resulting in very poor adherence. A more rectangular cross section is desirable for maximal surface area connection. By adjusting the layer height very slightly we can control this shape and it will become more "stadium" shapped, (==), flat on the top and bottom and rounded on the sides.
+Generally speaking an otherwise uninfluenced extrusion from the nozzle will have a circular cross section. If an extruded line is placed next to another extruded line which each have a circular cross section they only tangentially connect. It will also only tangentially connect with the plate resulting in very poor adherence. A more rectangular cross section is desirable for maximal surface area connection. By adjusting the layer height very slightly we can control this shape and it will become more "stadium" shapped, flat on the top and bottom and rounded on the sides.
 If we don't have good surface area connection in the extrusion lines the print will also be very weak and fall part on the layers.
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-==== Calibrating the gcode z offset ====
+===== Determining and calibrating the gcode z offset =====
 Follow the procedure described in [[how_should_i_set_the_z_offset_to_adjust_nozzle_height|How should I set the z offset]].
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 At best the paper method will asymptotically approach the thickness of the paper being used. Yet this is an arbitrary value nearly in the ball park of what a typical z offset might be. The z offset we're seeking is filament dependent and will vary by the filament being used. We're seeking a correct affect on the shape of the extrusion's cross section, a "smush", and that can't be defined by some arbitrary height.
+The same logic applies to using [[why_not_feeler_gauges|feeler gauges]].
+===== Related Topics =====
 === Is the CC setting the z offset or setting the probe z offset? ===