Bridge Torture Test
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About this print
A calibration model used to assess a 3D printer's bridging performance, that is its ability to print horizontal spans without any support material underneath. The design includes a circular section on the bridge and hollow struts to reduce print time. It is commonly used by hobbyists and technicians when dialling in printer settings. PLA is a suitable material as it bridges predictably, making weaknesses in printer configuration straightforward to identify and correct.
From the original design page
Original maker's notes
By triffid_hunter on Thingiverse · CC-BY-SA
See if the circle on the bridge comes out ok!
Struts are hollow to speed printing.
My test with this show me that I must print bridges slowly!
Formatting may have been simplified. These are the independent maker's instructions and fitment claims; Hark Tech has not independently verified them.
Printing Bridge Torture Test
For Bridge Torture Test we would normally reach for PLA — it is the easy, economical default and suits the majority of models. We set the layer height, wall count, infill and supports to suit the model and how you will use it, and those choices are already priced into your instant quote. Want a specific colour or material? Tell us and we will match it where we can.
Model details
| Downloads at source | 41,661 |
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| Likes at source | 1,734 |
| Original model | View on Thingiverse |
| Designer | triffid_hunter |
| Licence | CC-BY-SA |
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