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Heat Creep

Heat Creep: Heat creep is a 3D printing defect characterized by the gradual softening of filament in areas of the extruder where it should remain solid.

Symptoms: Filament jams or clogs in the hotend, inconsistent extrusion, or under-extrusion.

SymptomsFilament jams or clogs in the hotend, inconsistent extrusion, or under-extrusion.
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