3D Print Calibration Tool
Print parts that actually fit. Calibration calculators from Ukrainian volunteer production methods. Get your printer dialed in.
All Tools →Calibration calculators and reference guides for FDM 3D printing. Methods derived from Ukrainian volunteer production lines printing drone components at scale.
Features
Calibration Calculators - Dimensional scale factor (Ukrainian gauge method), flow rate calculator (single-wall method), and material shrinkage compensation.
PETG Settings Reference - Complete verified settings for nozzle temperature, bed temperature, print speed, retraction, and cooling.
Vase Mode Guide - Slicer-specific settings for Cura, PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer. Speed/cooling balance for narrow sections.
Interactive Checklists - Equipment list and pre-print checklist with persistent state. Troubleshooting reference.
Works Offline - Full PWA with service worker caching.
Calculators
Dimensional Calibration
Ukrainian gauge method: Print a test object with known target dimension, measure actual result, calculate scale correction factor.
Formula: Scale Factor = (Target × 100) / Actual
Flow Rate
Single-wall method for precise extrusion calibration.
Formula: New Flow = Current Flow × (Target Width / Measured Width)
Shrinkage Compensation
Material-specific scaling to compensate for thermal contraction.
| Material | Shrinkage | Scale Factor |
|---|---|---|
| PLA | ~0.35% | 100.35% |
| PETG | ~0.4% | 100.4% |
| ABS/ASA | ~0.7% | 100.7% |
Vase Mode Production
Spiral (vase) mode printing reduces production time by 50-67% for single-wall geometries. Critical for scale manufacturing of components like stabilizer fins.
| Mode | Time | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 40 min | Layer-by-layer with infill |
| Vase Mode | 13-19 min | Continuous spiral, single wall |
Sources
- Ukrainian Young Fighter Course (KMБ) field manuals
- DrukArmy production documentation
- Prusa Knowledge Base
- CNC Kitchen calibration research
- Bambu Lab Wiki