Voids
Voids
Small negative depressions on faces parallel to the platform.
Voids can be diagnosed as follows:
- Voids occur on surfaces parallel to the platform.
- Voids are usually circular or oblong in shape.
- Voids are most common on large cross sections.
Resin Starvation is a defect that can appear similar as it arises from similar circumstances.
Cause - Inconclusive
Cause - Large Cross Section
Solution - Print Preparation or Part Design
Cause - Inconclusive
Cause - Inconclusive
Try the following actions in order.
- Process, Material, and Hardware Checks
- Print Preparation or Part Design Adjustments
If any of these conditions apply to your print, take the corrective action and reprint to see if the problem is resolved.
The following solutions will address print or part-related causes of the defects. Choose among the suggested actions below and select the best approach for your application. Usually only one type of adjustment is needed.
If problems persist, please reach out to Carbon Support.
Normal printing requires resin flow to reach the center of the part. This is also known as reaching the deepest pixel. Voids occur when resin does not reach the center. This can happen for a couple of reasons:
- Resin does not have time to completely cover each layer.
- Resin is more viscous than the print planner expects.
- Print Preparation or Part Design
- Resin
- Print Plan Adjustments
Root Issue | Problem | Why Defect Presents |
|---|---|---|
Large Cross Section | | Resin must travel far to reach the deepest pixel and may not enough time to do so. |
Unvented Volume | | Unvented volumes can cause restricted resin flow. |
Layout | Parts are too close together. | If parts are packed too close together, resin flow may be restricted and not reach all parts equally. |
Print Profile | Print too fast in Dynamic | A shortened print gives less time for resin flow to all areas of the build. For M1 and M2 printers |
Root Issue | Problem | Why Defect Presents |
|---|---|---|
Expired | Resin may not be flowing properly. | If resin is too thick to flow as expected, the print plan may not allow enough time for the resin to reach the deepest pixel. |
Printing Stage | Parameter Type | Type of Adjustment | Why Defect Presents |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Pump Up | Pump Height | Decrease | A decrease in the pump height can limit how much resin can flow. |
2 Settle Up | Delay Timing | Decrease | A shortened settle up stage limits the amount of time resin can flow. |