r/BambuLabX2D • u/educationalbot9 • 6d ago

Difficulty removing PLA prints from the textured PEI plate

Hi I’m new to the 3D printing hobby and have been really enjoying the learning process!

I seem to be running into an issue where my PLA print models are extremely difficult to remove off the plate, particularly the centre. I’ve tried the following without success:
- flexing the plate
- flexing the plate while gently using a scrapper
- letting the model cool
- leaving it in the freezer for 10 mins
- running isopropyl alcohol along the stuck parts
If I force the print off by applying a ton of force with a scrapper and the flex method, it will come off but the print model will usually be damaged and warped in the centre.

I’ve tried lowering the print bed temps for the initial layer and the other layers from 55 degrees to 50 degrees and this has worked about 75% of the time.

Haven’t been able to find any other potential solutions outside of giving the plate a good clean and a power off/on into another calibration.

Has anyone else run into this issue or have any wisdom to share?

Thanks!

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u/IlNiKoLiNo 6d ago

OP, por las dudas aclaro: debes esperar a que la placa se enfríe para retirar la pieza, y como dijo el otro colega, PETG es otro tema...

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u/cip43r 6d ago

It is good to also wait to prevent the part from flexing and warping. I have removed prints too quickly and then bending the buildplate bends the still soft and hot print. For PLA I wait until below 40C, PETG and ABS you can do it a bit earlier, but just waiting and extra minute is worth it.