Oh, I'm a-doin' it.
This part is actually slightly outside the "safe print zone" dashed lines on my build plate. I put down like half a can of hairspray on it right before the nozzle descended. Wish me luck.
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huh, hair spray, makes sense
i've been using an FDM-specific spray, but I bet hair spray is more cost effective
Ive been using unscented Suave hairspray for years and am still on the same can since 2020. Cost me like $8
There are some materials where that's probably a better idea. Polycarb or Nylon leap to mind. But for PLA, PETG, ABS/ASA, etc. I've found that hairspray works just fine. I've been doing it for years.
The cheapest you can get. Maximum sticky, minimum scents and aloe vera or whatever the fuck else. I use Aqua Net.