Tension Relief Mechanism A tension relief mechanism prevents filament tangling, breakage, or under-extrusion by maintaining consistent tension and smooth feeding. It includes spool holders with ball bearings, tension arms, or filament guides to reduce friction and resistance. Proper tension management enhances extrusion flow, layer adhesion, and dimensional accuracy. It is especially useful for flexible, brittle, or composite filaments prone to feeding issues. Advanced printers use tension sensors and feedback systems for automated tension control. Tension relief mechanisms improve reliability, consistency, and print quality. |