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diff --git a/docs/Delta_Calibrate.md b/docs/Delta_Calibrate.md index 7eb6ec1b..023e6865 100644 --- a/docs/Delta_Calibrate.md +++ b/docs/Delta_Calibrate.md @@ -30,6 +30,13 @@ automatic probe has a bias of more than 25 microns (.025mm) then use manual probing instead. Manual probing only takes a few minutes and it eliminates error introduced by the probe. +If using a probe that is mounted on the side of the hotend (that is, +it has an X or Y offset) then note that performing delta calibration +will invalidate the results of probe calibration. These types of +probes are rarely suitable for use on a delta (because minor effector +tilt will result in a probe location bias). If using the probe anyway, +then be sure to rerun probe calibration after any delta calibration. + Basic delta calibration ======================= @@ -228,3 +235,15 @@ Additional notes errors elsewhere in the hardware. For example, small differences in arm length may result in a tilt to the effector and some of that tilt may be accounted for by adjusting the arm length parameters. + +Using Bed Mesh on a Delta +========================= + +It is possible to use [bed mesh](Bed_Mesh.md) on a delta. However, it +is important to obtain good delta calibration prior to enabling a bed +mesh. Running bed mesh with poor delta calibration will result in +confusing and poor results. + +Note that performing delta calibration will invalidate any previously +obtained bed mesh. After performing a new delta calibration be sure to +rerun BED_MESH_CALIBRATE. |