First Layer Test – Full Bed

Check your entire build plate with the First Layer Test – Full Bed!

This practical calibration model is designed to help you evaluate first-layer consistency across a larger area of your 3D printer's build plate.

By testing multiple areas across the bed, you can identify uneven extrusion, adhesion problems, and potential bed leveling or Z-offset issues before starting larger prints.

Features

• Distributed first-layer calibration pattern
• Tests multiple areas across the build plate
• Helps identify uneven bed leveling and adhesion
• Easy to inspect and compare different regions
• Low filament consumption compared to a fully filled bed
• No supports required
• Suitable for FDM 3D printers

Recommended Print Settings

• Nozzle: 0.4 mm
• Layer Height: 0.20 mm
• Material: PLA or PETG
• First Layer Speed: 20–30 mm/s
• Supports: Disabled
• Raft: Disabled
• Ironing: Disabled

How to Read the Results

Perfect First Layer: Smooth, consistent surfaces with well-connected extrusion lines across all test areas.

Gaps Between Lines: May indicate insufficient first-layer squish or under-extrusion.

Rough or Raised Surfaces: May indicate excessive first-layer squish or over-extrusion.

Poor Adhesion in Specific Areas: Check bed cleanliness, bed leveling, Z-offset, and temperature.

Different Results Across the Bed: May indicate an uneven build surface, bed mesh compensation issues, or inconsistent first-layer settings.

Why Use This Test?

A reliable first layer across the entire build plate is especially important when printing large objects or multiple models at once.

The First Layer Test – Full Bed helps you identify potential problems before wasting time and filament on larger prints.

Part of the ModuSlide First Layer Calibration Series.

Designed by ModuSlide

Happy printing!