This tool assists users of the Klipper 3D printer firmware in precisely determining the relationship between the rotation of a stepper motor and the resulting physical movement of the printer’s axes. For example, it helps determine how many steps a stepper motor needs to turn to move the print head a specific distance in millimeters. This is crucial for accurate printing as it ensures correct layer height, dimensional accuracy, and overall print quality.
Precise calibration of this rotation-distance relationship is fundamental to achieving optimal 3D printing results with Klipper. Historically, manual calculation and fine-tuning were required, a process that could be time-consuming and prone to errors. Automated tools streamline this calibration process, reducing errors and improving print reliability. This ensures consistent results, reducing wasted filament and printing time associated with miscalibration.