Discover Your Potential Savings with Snapmaker U1

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1. [1]The average number of color changes per layer is calculated by dividing the total number of color swaps in the print job by the total number of layers. A higher value indicates more frequent swapping and greater purge waste. Factors influencing this include the color count, their layout, model height, and layer height. This calculator assumes a default layer height of 0.2 mm, but other values can be estimated manually or retrieved from slicer software.
2. [2]The average weight of purge waste per swap is calculated by dividing the total purge waste (by weight) by the number of swaps—essentially the average 'poop' weight. This depends on: Color count and layout: Dark-to-light swaps(e.g. black to white) requires more purging to avoid color contamination. The purge multiplier set in the slicer: Higher values lead to more purge material consumed. You can use slicer software to retrieve the total purge waste and swap count of your print, then select the closest estimated value in the dropdown menu.
3. [3]The average color swap count per layer and weight of purge waste per swap used in this calculator are based on typical values from Snapmaker testing. Actual slicing results may vary depending on model geometry, color layout, and print settings. Additionally, During print head offset calibration, U1 uses a minimal amount of filament for flushing. This consumption is not included in the calculator’s definition of “purge waste” generated during color change. The actual value of all waste also varies depending on the real-world filament price. All calculations are for reference only.