Any resin gurus out there that can point me in the right direction. Bad prints.

[magnetchief]

Hi, I have a Photon Mono X printer that I just can't get to work correctly.
Attached are a couple of photos showing my issue.
The print is not detaching from the screen.

I have tried running through the set up a few times all with similar results.

Also attached a photo of identical prints on my Form 3. These work perfectly, but of course at a much higher cost.

The Mono X was purchased to make quick prototypes but it's just not working out.

Any advice greatly appreciated.

[Mechatrommer]

1) maybe uv light is not powerful enough you need to increase exposure time by a bit?
2) maybe the bed is too sticky rubbing a thin layer of grease or some oily thing on it before print may help?

[magnetchief]

Many thanks, will look into that

[eliocor]

too low exposure...
Use UVtools and follow the hints in this video:

 

[magnetchief]

Thanks, that’s an interesting link.
I’ll play around with the UVtest as per the video and try again.

[lugaw]

Your FEP film is probably low grade, it shouldn't stick to the film.

[magnetchief]

FEP film now replaced.
I agree the one that came with the printer was pretty poor quality.

[amwales]

I'm curious, did replacing the FEP fix it?

[magnetchief]

Well I experimented with UVtest and with that and the replacement FEP film I'm up and running.
Now recent issues, I can pretty much have the confidence to print as needed without issues.