Build Plate Reset Reminder

When I switch my build plate from smooth to textured (or vice versa), I sometimes forget to reset the plate type on the printer. I made this little tag which clips onto the build plate not currently in use, so that when I replace the build plate I will have to remove the tag first and hopefully remind myself to reset the printer.

The tag is designed as a one piece clip which simply slips onto the build plate.

The OnShape 3d CAD files for this is located here:

https://cad.onshape.com/documents/a4202aca05eeaaece208ddc8/w/d70528498c84a1b44ecc9419/e/326e2d5f17523f131771c267

Print instructions

Print in PLA using the provided 3mf file; otherwise:

• 0% infill
• no supports
• no brim
• bottom fill pattern = concentric
• turn on “detect thin walls”

The provided 3mf file is configured for two color printing with filament switching. Two color printing is not required, but it does make the text more legible.

The part does not stick reliably to the build plate without a brim, but using the slicer brim function adds a brim to the inside bottom and that is annoying to remove. So in order for the part to print the way I wanted, I designed it with a built in brim which can be removed more easily after printing.

The print also include built in supports on the inside of the clip. The need to be broken away after printing - easy enough to do do by sliding a thin blade into the clip (I used a razor knife).