Ringing/Ghosting
Hard to Fix
Wavy patterns appear on flat surfaces after sharp corners or direction changes, like ripples in water.
What Does It Look Like?
Ripple patterns radiating from corners
Wavy lines on flat walls
Echo effect after sharp features
Most visible on fast direction changes
Common Causes
Print speed too fast
Acceleration/jerk too high
Loose frame or belts
Heavy/unstable print bed
Solutions (Try in Order)
Start with Priority 1 solutions. Make one change at a time and test between changes.
1
Reduce Print Speed
Slower speeds reduce vibration
Try 40-50mm/s instead of 60-80mm/s
1
Lower Acceleration
Gentler direction changes
Reduce acceleration to 500-1000mm/s²
2
Tighten Frame and Belts
Eliminate mechanical wobble
Check all bolts, tighten belts to guitar-string tension
2
Enable Input Shaping
Advanced firmware compensation
Klipper or Marlin Input Shaping calibration
3
Reduce Jerk Settings
Smoother direction changes
Jerk: 5-8mm/s (firmware or slicer)
3
Add Damping
Absorb vibrations
Rubber feet, concrete paver under printer
Prevention Tips
- Save working settings for each filament type
- Perform regular printer maintenance
- Keep filament dry and stored properly
- Re-level bed before important prints
- Start with manufacturer-recommended settings
At a Glance
Severity:
LOW
Difficulty:
Hard
Category:
Surface Quality
Solutions:
6