Introducing Gradient Mode, which allows you to create models with a gradual change throughout the model. This allows for some unique designs. To learn more about Gradient mode on your Palette 2, please see here.
To access this feature in Chroma, go to Tools > Generate Custom MSF. From here, select the Gradient tab.
To produce your own gradient filament, first select your printer profile. We've found that GCode.ws is a great resource to help with finding the values for the other fields. To better explain how to create you own gradient file, we'll use the example of the twist container above.
Min Piece Length (mm)
You can find this value by examining the layers in GCode.ws. Please also note that the minimum length will need to be more than 80mm. In our model, this value is 24.77 mm, so we multiplied it by 4 and entered 100 (99.08 rounded up) into this field.
Max Piece Length (mm)
Similarly, this is the maximum length of filament you would use in a layer. For our twist container, we wanted a ratio of 8:1 (8 layers of red for 1 layer of blue), so we multiplied the Min Piece Length by 8 (100*8 = 800) and entered it into this field. Depending on your model, you would increase or decrease this number to create a smooth transition.
Print Length (mm)
This is the total length of filament needed for this print. You can find this value on GCode.ws under the Model Info tab and can round to the closest mm when entering into Chroma.
And that's it! Once this information is provided, click "Save", and Chroma will create a custom MSF that tells Palette™/Palette+™ to splice a specified length of filament for your model. Simply save this to Palette SD card and prepare as you normally would for a print. There is also no need for a transition tower, as the transitions happen within the model, adding to the gradient effect.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to message us at support@mosaicmfg.com.
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Can we get more info/examples here? If I wanted to create a smooth gradient where there were less noticeable bands of single colors, what would the numbers look like? You guys had a yellow and blue vase that looked like there was some green in it. How was that made?
Hey Joe, the smoothness of your gradient pattern would depend on the total length of your print and the difference between the min and max values. Longer prints enable you to create a larger distance between the two, and the bigger the gap between the min and max, the smoother the gradient.
The blending of the yellow and blue can cause bleed in the model as transitions between the color actually occur in the model. This is what is causing the green effect.
will this feature be made available in Canvas ?
Hey Simon, we built Gradient mode directly into Palette 2 (http://mm3d.co/p2gradient) and do plan to build it into CANVAS in the future.
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