[Solved] Consider a 3D print with a horizontal overhang of 5 cm without supports. What is the likely result? — Ans: The overhang will sag or collapse during printing | 3D Printing

3D Printing - Support Structures

Consider a 3D print with a horizontal overhang of 5 cm without supports. What is the likely result?

AThe printer will automatically add supports mid-print

BThe overhang will print perfectly without any issues

CThe overhang will sag or collapse during printing

DThe print will change color at the overhang

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand overhang behavior without supports
Large horizontal overhangs without support tend to sag or collapse because there is no material underneath to hold them.
Step 2: Evaluate printer behavior
Most printers do not add supports automatically during printing; supports must be pre-set.
Final Answer:
The overhang will sag or collapse during printing -> Option C
Quick Check:
Unsupported overhang sags = A [OK]

Quick Trick: Large overhangs without support sag or collapse [OK]

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