From 332b8f2b40d19f24bf52deb2c8e0bb1f426077b4 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: OrcaSlicerBot Date: Tue, 9 Dec 2025 18:21:21 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Updated Wiki content --- .../machine gcode/printer_machine_gcode.md | 51 ++++++++++++++++++- 1 file changed, 49 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/printer_settings/machine gcode/printer_machine_gcode.md b/printer_settings/machine gcode/printer_machine_gcode.md index 18fb4c2..4d2ff36 100644 --- a/printer_settings/machine gcode/printer_machine_gcode.md +++ b/printer_settings/machine gcode/printer_machine_gcode.md @@ -2,6 +2,18 @@ Machine G-code are custom G-code scripts that are executed at specific points during the printing process. These scripts can be used to customize printer behavior, such as setting temperatures, moving the print head, or controlling fans. +> [!TIP] +> See your printer's firmware documentation for supported G-code commands and features. +> +> - [Marlin G-code](https://marlinfw.org/meta/gcode/) +> - [RepRap G-code](https://reprap.org/wiki/G-code) +> - [Klipper G-code](https://www.klipper3d.org/G-Codes) + +> [!IMPORTANT] +> Machine G-code scripts are powerful tools for customizing your printing process. However, they can also cause issues if not used correctly. +> It's recommended to use a known base of G-code commands for your specific printer firmware (e.g., Marlin, RepRap, etc.) and to understand the implications of each command used in the scripts. +> Always test your G-code scripts thoroughly before using them in production. + - [Machine start G-code](#machine-start-g-code) - [Machine end G-code](#machine-end-g-code) - [Printing by object G-code](#printing-by-object-g-code) @@ -18,6 +30,41 @@ Machine G-code are custom G-code scripts that are executed at specific points du This G-code is executed at the beginning of a print job, before any printing starts. It is typically used to prepare the printer for printing, such as homing axes, heating the bed and nozzle, and performing any necessary pre-print checks. +You can also use it for setting up custom notifications with M300 (play beep sound) or use a custom purge sequence: + +```gcode +G90 ; use absolute coordinates +M83 ; extruder relative mode +M140 S[bed_temperature_initial_layer_single] ; set final bed temp +M104 S150 ; set temporary nozzle temp to prevent oozing during homing +G4 S10 ; allow partial nozzle warmup +G28 ; home all axis +G1 Z25 F240 ; lift nozzle +G1 X2 Y10 F3000 ; move to front left +M104 S[nozzle_temperature_initial_layer] ; set final nozzle temp +M190 S[bed_temperature_initial_layer_single] ; wait for bed temp to stabilize +M109 S[nozzle_temperature_initial_layer] ; wait for nozzle temp to stabilize +; Start Beep to indicate ready to print +M300 P136 S622 +M300 P136 S0 +M300 P136 S311 +M300 P136 S466 +M300 P273 S0 +M300 P136 S415 +M300 P409 S0 +M300 P136 S622 +M300 P136 S0 +M300 P545 S466 +; Purge Line +G1 Z0.28 F240 ; move to a custom layer height for purge +G1 X{first_layer_print_min[0]-15} Y{first_layer_print_min[1]} Z0.8 F6000.0 ; position 15mm left from the lower left of the first layer +G1 X{first_layer_print_min[0]-15} Y{first_layer_print_min[1]+30} E30 F360.0 ; extrude 30mm of filament in the y direction +G92 E0.0 ; reset extruder +G1 E-0.5 F2100 ; small retraction +G1 Y{first_layer_print_min[1]+40} F6000.0 ; move an additional 10mm without extruding +G92 E0.0 ; reset extruder +``` + ## Machine end G-code This G-code is executed at the end of a print job, after all printing is complete. It is typically used to turn off heaters, move the print head away from the print, and perform any necessary post-print actions. @@ -53,7 +100,7 @@ This G-code is inserted when the extrusion role is changed. Example G-codes: - Marlin g-code to set fan speed to 10% (S25 out of S255) for BridgeInfill role and 30% (S75 out of S255) for other roles: - ```c++ + ```gcode {if( extrusion_role == "BridgeInfill")} M106 S25 {else} @@ -61,7 +108,7 @@ Example G-codes: {endif} ``` - Marlin g-code to set pressure advance to 0 for InternalInfill role and restore it to previous value for other roles: - ```c++ + ```gcode {if( extrusion_role == "InternalInfill")} M900 K0 {else}