Layers splitting apart

The part breaks cleanly between layers, or visible cracks open on tall walls mid-print.

delaminationcrackingparts snap along layer lines

Causes, most likely first

Ordered by how often each is actually responsible, not by how interesting it is. Work down the list.

Nozzle temperature too low

Run a temperature tower and choose for LAYER ADHESION, not looks. The prettiest band is frequently the weakest.

Calibration step: Run a temperature tower →

Too much part cooling

Reduce the fan. On ABS/ASA turn it off entirely — cooling is the direct cause of splitting on those materials.

No enclosure on a high-temp material

A cold draught across a tall ABS part splits it every time. Enclose it.

Under-extrusion starving the bond

Layers cannot fuse with insufficient material. Fix flow first, then re-assess.

Calibration step: Calibrate flow ratio / extrusion multiplier →

Wet filament

Steam bubbles at the nozzle interrupt the bead and weaken the bond. Dry the spool.

Open First Layer →
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