If the extruder calibration is off and it feeds less filament than commanded, what is the most likely impact on the printed object?

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3D Printing - 3D Printer Hardware

AThe printer will stop mid-print due to filament jam

BThe print will have over-extrusion, resulting in blobs and stringing

CThe print speed will increase automatically

DThe print will have under-extrusion, causing weak and incomplete layers

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand extruder calibration
Extruder calibration ensures the printer feeds the correct length of filament.
Step 2: Effect of underfeeding filament
If the extruder feeds less filament than commanded, layers will not have enough material, causing under-extrusion.
Final Answer:
The print will have under-extrusion, causing weak and incomplete layers -> Option D
Quick Check:
Less filament fed = under-extrusion [OK]

Quick Trick: Less filament fed causes weak layers [OK]

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