So far I like this new machine. It's the one with the syringe up on top. Lot easier to get set up for a run. Finally got to the point of making a couple of runs on it, and they went well. Still a lot to learn on my part, but the machines doing okay.

First results are with ABS in a 15/85 ratio (by weight). After a bit of playing around with the feed rate, voltages and so on, I started to get fibers about 200mm long. Under the microscope I can see they are running around .004mm in diameter, with some down to about one quarter of that size. I learn something every time I make a run, and this time was no exception. Main lesson learned was I need a better collection method. By the time I get the fibers to the microscope they are in clumps, so that's the only pictures I have to show you, but that not the way they are in the machine.

What that really tells me is I need to get the spinning cylinder accessory built.

Another thing is I need to get some smaller needles, ASAP. I KNOW I can start to get the fiber size down as soon as I get some. Better get right on that, huh?

Well, here's a look at what it gave me. I'm not unhappy with any of it, just need to get on those couple of things I mentioned above...