Which print surface is the BEST? (for Ender 3 Models)

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In this video I talk about different surface material options for the Ender series print bed and we will exchange the Ender 3 v2 glass plate for a magnetic PEI coated spring steel surface, which is super awesome and sticky while parts get off it so easily.

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[soggynode]

I use a similar build surface I bought from TH3D last year. It works well and I like the fact I can pick between smooth or textured surfaces depending on the print. The TH3D sheets replaced a Creality PEI spring steel sheet that I thrashed printing PETG. A worn or damaged spring steel sheet makes an excellent mouse pad BTW :)

[paradcks]

Great video :D

This surface has been a game changer for me, perfect adhesion and easy to release the prints, as shown in the video.

If you're considering it, don't hesitate, just get one, you won't be disappointed.

Just remember to clean it with the highest concentrate alcohol that you can get hold of as often as possible, especially if you touch the plate.

[deankqadj]

This looks like the perfect solution to maximize the build plate volume for my Ender 3 v2! Thanks for sharing the video!

[brcuda]

Hi, first I would like to say that I love your videos and how you make everything look so easy. I had multiple problems having my material stick to my glass bed, but found that the pla I was using was not good. Now I have issues removing pieces off my glass bed .
Thanks for all your videos so far. Keep them coming!!

[PatrickvL]

Great video! It is true that removing parts from a hot glass bed on an ender 3 v2 is very difficult but other than that it works very good. Still I would love to try the metal build plate just to see how it compares to the original glass bed.

[henriklauridsen]

Thanks a lot. I really need this on my Ender 3. You are absolutely right sometimes it can be hard to remove the print from a stock Ender 3. Again thanks.

[ferd]

Great video as always, I would add that take the opportunity before you put down the magnetic layer to check the screws holding the four bed mounts because if any are loose it won't be so easy to tighten then as you'll need to cut into the new layer for access. I've stuck with my Creality glass bed for over a year and it's been pretty good, replacing the usual clips with picture-frame clips and the size loss is under a millimetre in height and just a couple in depth, but having had more and more issues with prints sticking far too well to the glass the past few months, I might give one of the flexible sheets a go.

[pogi]

I have a glass bed on my ender 3 pro. I totally agree with the clips. I always have to make sure I position them to make sure my nozzle doesn't hit it. I would love to have this metal spring bed for an upgrade on my ender 3 pro. Awesome video as always.

[noahlyke]

Looking to upgrade my Ender 3 V2 to a spring steel sheet and this video came out at the perfect time.

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Congratulations Peter Docter for winning the PET Magnetic sheet! I'll reach out to you to get your giveaway sent asap! To everyone else who didn't have luck: There will be more awesome giveaways on this channel, stay tuned!

[saxonsaxonsaxon]

I just got my first printer and it is the OG ender 3. Figured I would start there and I love upgrading so I think it will be a great project. Still trying to find out what other accessories I need but would be great to have the magnetic plate. Love your channel!

[Francois_The_Photon_Mechanic]

That looks like it's so much better than the magnetic plate that came with my Ender3 Pro! Just the thought of not having to scrape the parts off makes me want to upgrade and leave the scraping-off for snowy sidewalks, icy windshields and dirty plates!

[andystewart]

Been using a PEi spring steel plate for a few weeks now on one of my original E3’s. Will deffo be getting one for my other E3z not had a single issue since ditching the glass plate, top video as always buddy 👍

[stephanreinhardt]

Nice to see these different build plates. Was going to upgrade mine.

[sacrificialrubber]

Need this!!! Had one on my monoprice and it was a game changer!! Great channel!!

[stevenparry]

Brilliant, my original print bed has completely warn out. This looks like a perfect upgrade

[TootEmCarMan]

I recently got a very similar spring steel plate for my A8 clone printer and it works really really well. I also added a small version to my Elegoo Mars 2 pro and it makes life a lot easier.

[sdlieb]

Thank you for this. I've been looking at upgrading my bed as sometimes it either doesn't stick or sticks too much.
A flexible bed sounds great.

[artal]

Great video as always, Daniel! I have an ender 3 pro and have been somewhat happy with the original magnetic bed sheet, but I've been thinking about going to glass for awhile because of the occasional difficulties in removing prints. Your video has made me consider trying this solution instead. Thank you!