A while ago, I presented my finding on why the prints do not stick to the build plate and why is there an elephant foot formed on resin printed models. Then I made a follow-up post where I presented a plugin for UVTools that automates the process. However, a few months passed, UVTools 3 was released, and the script stopped working. Fortunately, the functionality I presented was built into the UVTools. Since I frequently receive questions on how to use it, I decided to write this short “how to” guide.
Using suggestions to add rest times in UVTools 3
I assume that you have already UVTools downloaded. Adding rest times is hidden under the suggestions tab. The suggestions are a set of semi-automatic sanity checks of your file. When they detect unusual settings, they allow you to fix them. The usage is simple, follow the image guide:
Open UVTools
Load the file
See the loaded file
Open the suggestions tab
Open suggestion settings
Set the values. Don't be afraid to change them according to your printer
Set additional values.
Optionally, enable waiting after curing.
Apply all suggestions
Confitm.
Done!
The result.