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I just did my very first TPU print after years of printing PLA and PETG, and I've gotta say: That stuff sticks like a mofo on the textured PEI plate..!!
The print turned out great and the default profile in BS needed very little tweaking.
I'm currently using Fiberology MattFlex 40D.

What do you guys use to ease the removal?
I've seen normal glue sticks, IPA and liquid glue made for 3D printing, but I figured it would be cool to ask the fine people here.

If you do use glue: Do you stick with a smooth PEI or maybe something else?

All feedback is appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

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[–] Blue_Morpho@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago (2 children)

I have been printing a lot of tpu the past few weeks. I've been using magigoo glue stick. I have no idea if it's the best because it was a random YouTuber recommendation. But it's been working.

I've been using Anycubic TPU 95, Esun foaming TPU, and Variosure foaming TPU on textured pei plate.

[–] Bronzie@sh.itjust.works 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

I've been trying to get a hold of Magigoo for TPU, but it's chronically sold out locally.

Have you tested it on smooth PEI, or just textured?

Appreciate the feedback!

[–] Blue_Morpho@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago

Just textured. I don't have a smooth plate.