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Prusa Mini 3D Printers
Two machines.
| Type | FDM, 0.4 mm nozzle |
|---|---|
| Build volume | 180 × 180 × 180 mm |
| Materials | PLA, PETG (lab stock:  ) |
| Slicer | PrusaSlicer |
| File transfer | USB stick, .gcode/.bgcode |
Before you start
- Slice with the built-in Prusa Mini profile; do not guess settings.
Workflow
- Export STL/3MF from your CAD tool.
- Slice in PrusaSlicer with the Mini profile and correct filament type.
- USB stick into the printer, select the file, watch the first layer complete before leaving.
- Remove the print when the bed cools; flex the sheet, do not pry with tools.
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | First things to try |
|---|---|
| First layer not sticking | Clean sheet with IPA, re-run calibration |
| Stringing | Correct filament profile, dry the filament |
| Clicking extruder | Check nozzle clog, filament tangle on spool |
Manuals
- Prusa Mini handbook and knowledge base — official docs, excellent.
Videos
- Bilibili — Prusa Mini first print replace search link with a specific video