CaliCross: A Handy Tool for 3D Printer Dimensional Accuracy
Source: MakerWorld by Adam L
The CaliCross: A Handy Tool for 3D Printer Dimensional Accuracy is a free printable 3D model from MakerWorld by Adam L. What this doesHelps you correct XY print scaling issues methodically and repeatably instead of guessing or coarse whole-object scaling. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
What this doesHelps you correct XY print scaling issues methodically and repeatably instead of guessing or coarse whole-object scaling. Works for Z too (though this tends to be less of a problem with FDM printers).Gives you an easy way to calculate the proper XY Shrinkage % in OrcaSlicer's per-filament settings:Or, equivalently Scale % in PrusaSlicer (per object):BackgroundOne of the most important aspects of calibration is the dimensional accuracy of your prints, which means that the dimensions of your printed objects match the dimensions of your 3D models. However, calibrating the dimensional accuracy can be tricky and calibration cubes are single coarse measurement tools that are subject to measurement error. Thankfully, modern slicers like OrcaSlicer give us ways to fix common XY dimen…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. CaliCross: A Handy Tool for 3D Printer Dimensional Accuracy is free to download from MakerWorld. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MakerWorld" link above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by MakerWorld, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Adam L.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by Adam L, published on MakerWorld. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.