Glossary

Topics	Terms	Description
1-Printer	Adventurer 5M Pro	The new generation of high speed desktop level 3D printer from Flashforge under the Adventurer series
	Adventurer 5M	The new generation of high speed desktop level 3D printer from Flashforge under the Adventurer series
	Screen	The touchsreen for printer setting and printing operation
	Motherboard	The central control unit that coordinates the various components of the printer, including the stepper motors, heaters, sensors, fans, and other peripheral
	Filament detection assembly	The sensor that detects the filament inside the PTFE tube in Adventurer series
	CoreXY structure	A technique used to move the printhead of a 3D printer in the horizontal plane where the two motors used to perform the movement in the horizontal plane are stationary and do not have to move themselves, which can result in less moving mass
	Z motor	Z motor controls the motion of the print platform along vertical direction for the Adventurer series
	Metal Frame	The all-metal frame structure of Adventurer 5M series bear compact and sturdy build of the printer
	Hardened nozzle	Nozzle more resistant to highly abrasive filaments. Made from hardened metal.
	Stainless steel nozzle	Nozzle made for common filaments. Made from hardened metal.
	Print platform	The surface or base on which the object is built layer by layer. Featured with heating functionality.
	PTFE tube	The PTFE tube serves as a filament guide through the hotend assembly
	PEI build plate	The high-performance thermoplasitc plate that offers good adhesion, ease of print removal, and compatibility with a variety of filament materials
	Drag chain	The part that organizes the filament tube and hotend cable and keep them in place during printing
	Enclosed chamber	The full enclosed chamber of the printer has many advantages such as better temperature control and prevention of air flow disturbance
	Quick-release nozzle	The quick-release nozzle design in Adventurer 5M series support snap-on design and 3-second replacement
	Dual air filtration	Adventurer 5M Pro features dual filtration system including inner circulation and external circulation filtration to optimize air quality during printing.
	Auto-leveling	The advanced auto-leveling system that measures the nozzle height relative to the build plate in a grid pattern and complete the leveling automatically
	Calibration	The process of auto-tuning of parameters and settings in a 3D printer to ensure accurate and precise prints
	Vibration compensation	The smart vibration compensation algorithm that suppresses the motion vibration and brings more print precision
	Turbo fan (extruder)	Cooling fan in the extruder assembly to cool the assembly
	Cooling fan (extruder)	Cooling fan in the extruder to cool the hotend ensuring consistent and controlled temperatures
	Auxiliary cooling fan	The 12W cooling fan inside Adventurer 5M Pro provides assistance in chamber heat dissipation
	Low-noise mode	The Adventurer 5M Pro supports silent printing where the noise level is about 50dB
2-Accessory	Spool Holder	The metal part installed on the back panel of the printer, used to hold the filament spool
	Diagonal pliers	Tool for cutting filament during filament change
	Grease (lubricant)	Used for maintenance of lead screws and guide rails, reducing friction
	Glue	Applied to the surface of the PEI steel plate to enhance adhesion
	Nozzle Assembly (0.6mm Diameter)	Large-diameter nozzle, offering reduced print time
	USB Flash Drive	For model storage, export of timelapse video, and firmware upgrades
	Unclogging Pin Tool	Tool for cleaning out the nozzle in case of clogs
	Allen Wrench	Used for maintenance and disassembly of the extruder, etc.
	Phillips Screwdriver	Used for maintenance and disassembly of the machine
3-Filament	HS (High-Speed) PLA Filament	The high-speed filaments, such as HS-PLA/ PETG are designed for rapid melting and cooling to match high-speed printing.
	PLA	PLA (Polylactic Acid) is one of the most commonly used filaments in 3D printing
	PLA silk	A variant of PLA (Polylactic Acid) filament used in 3D printing, featuring a shiny, silk-like appearance
	PETG	PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) is a popular filament in 3D printing known for its balance of strength, flexibility, and ease of use
	TPU	TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) is a flexible filament used in 3D printing, known for its rubber-like elasticity and durability
	ABS	ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a common thermoplastic polymer used in 3D printing known for its strength, impact resistance
	ASA	ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) is a thermoplastic filament used in 3D printing, known for its weather resistance and durability
	PLA-CF	PLA-CF (Polylactic Acid with Carbon Fiber) is a composite filament used in 3D printing, combining PLA with carbon fibers.
	PETG-CF	PETG-CF (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol with Carbon Fiber) is a composite filament used in 3D printing, combining PETG with carbon fibers
4-Software	Slicer	The software for generating g-code files for 3D printer operation
	FlashPrint	The official slicer from Flashforge
	Support	Temporary structures added to a print to provide stability and prevent overhanging or bridging elements from collapsing during the printing process
	Wiping tower	A structure designed to clean and prime the 3D printer's nozzle during a multi-material or multi-color print
	nozzle size	The size of diameter of the nozzle, usually found as 0.25mm, 0.4mm, 0.6mm and 0.8mm
	Layer height	The vertical thickness of each layer of material deposited by the 3D printer during the printing process
	First layer	The bottom layer of material deposited by the 3D printer during the printing process
	Print speed	The speed of the extruder motion when filament is under extrusion during the printing process
	Travel speed	The speed of the extruder travel motion when filament is not under extrusion during the printing process
	Retraction speed	The speed at which the filament is pulled back into the 3D printer's hotend during a retraction process
	Extrude speed	The rate at which filament is pushed through the 3D printer's hotend during the extrusion process
	Overhang	A part of a printed object that extends outward horizontally without any support underneath. Printing overhangs without adequate support structures can lead to issues like drooping or sagging
	Shell layers	The outermost layers of a printed object that form its surface
	Top layers	The uppermost layers of a printed object that make up its final surface
	Fill density	The amount of infill material used to fill the interior of a printed object
	Fill pattern	The specific arrangement or geometric pattern used to fill the interior space (infill) of a printed object
	Vase mode	A setting that allows the creation of hollow, vase-like objects in a single continuous spiral
	Raft	A temporary, foundational structure that is printed underneath the actual object being printed
	Brim	A thin, flat extension of the first layer of a print that surrounds the base of the actual object to enhance bed adhesion, providing a larger surface area for the first layer to stick to the print bed, minimizing the risk of warping or detachment during printing
	Skirt	A perimeter of extruded filament printed around the object but not directly attached to it
	Wall	The wall refers to the outermost layers of a 3D print that form its visible surface
	Cooling fan	The cooling fan, often directed at the hotend, helps regulate the temperature during printing
	Ironing	The feature that smoothens the top surface of a 3D print, particularly in solid, flat areas
	Elephantfoot Compensation	A feature in some 3D printing slicers that addresses the issue of excess material squishing at the bottom layers, resembling the shape of an elephant's foot
	Z offset	A setting that adjusts the vertical position of the print nozzle relative to the print bed
	Z hop	A feature that allows the print nozzle to lift vertically (hop) during non-printing moves to avoid collisions with the printed parts
5-Quality and fault	Layer line	Visible lines or seams between layers in a printed object ususally caused by inconsistent temperature, cooling, or layer adhesion during printing
	Clogging	Filament obstruction in the nozzle, preventing smooth extrusion caused by Filament impurities, improper temperature, or improper print settings etc.
	Under-extrusion	Insufficient filament extrusion, resulting in gaps or weak prints caused by clogging, incorrect flow settings, or insufficient temperature etc.
	Over-extrusion	Excessive filament extrusion, leading to blobs, stringing, or rough surfaces caused by incorrect flow settings, overestimation of material requirements
	No-extrusion	Complete failure of filament extrusion during printing caused by clogging, feeder issues, or improper temperature etc.
	Spaghetti	Chaotic, messy, and uncontrolled filament extrusion resembling spaghetti caused by incorrect temperature, print speed, or insufficient cooling
	Droopy overhang	Sagging or drooping of printed features with overhangs caused by insufficient cooling, low layer adhesion, or improper support structures etc.
	Seam	Visible lines or imperfections where layers start and end caused by inconsistent layer start/end points, improper retraction setting etc.
	Warping	Curling or lifting of printed corners, especially on larger prints caused by inadequate bed adhesion, temperature fluctuations, or improper cooling etc.
	Layer shift	Misalignment of printed layers, resulting in a shifted object caused by mechanical issues, loose belts, or stepper motor problems
	Stringing	Thin strings or hairs of filament between printed features caused by over-extrusion, incorrect retraction settings, or excessive nozzle temperature
	Ghosting and ringing	Ghost-like artifacts or ripples on the printed surface caused by vibrations or resonance in the printer frame or moving parts etc.
	Uneven surface	Irregular or wavy surface finish on the printed object caused by inconsistent cooling, mechanical issues, or layer adhesion problems etc.