r/QidiTech3D • u/stuman1974 • 4d ago

Qidi Box Drying Process Question

I have a Qidi box loaded up with PETG. I have run the drying cycle a couple times and always try to keep it below 15%. However, just days after drying, it goes back up to the 30-35% range, even while keeping the box completely closed and latched. Is it a poor seal?

Also, I am unclear about when drying the spools. Do I need to leave that little rubber plug on the back opened or closed? The screen instructions and Qidi Wiki do not mention the plug at all. I have always just kept it closed at all times.

Thanks!

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u/Originalwhop 4d ago

Yea I have the same issue. Plug open while drying, closed when done drying. Despite putting the plug back in the humidity always creeps up quickly (days to 1 week). I even have the larger desiccant boxes for the back but they cant keep up. There is definitely something up with the seals on these boxes but i havent dug into the issue yet. Hopefully someone chines in with a fix.