PLA Top Surface Ironing Test – Speed & Flow

This is a PLA top-surface ironing calibration model designed to help dial in the best ironing speed and flow combination for smooth, consistent top layers.

The model is laid out as a grid of individual squares, each labelled with its Ironing Speed – Ironing Flow values, making it easy to visually compare results and identify the optimal settings for your printer and filament.

Notes

• Results is vary depending on printer, nozzle size, filament type, cooling, flow ratio, and filament moisture.
• Designed primarily for PLA, but can be used for any type
• Text is intentionally shallow to reveal over- or under-ironing
  • You can identify a small surface ironing quality
  • You can identify small ireas ironing

What this test helps with

• Eliminating rough or matte top surfaces
• Reducing over-ironing artefacts and ridges
• Finding the best balance between surface quality and print time
• Comparing multiple ironing settings in a single print

How to use:

• print and find the best option depends on the needs 

• Setup the ironing in the studio globally or for a specific object.