Reddit reviews GO-3D PRINT 130mm x 160mm Borosilicate Glass Plate Bed Flat Polished Edge w/Corners Cut for Monoprice MP Select Mini 3D Print

Sure, no problem. I'll give you a bit more info as it may be relevant :)

1. I use a 3 mm borosilicate glass bed by Go 3D. I started with dollarstore glass which worked well enough but it wasn't thick enough to compensate for my curved bed.
   
2. I washed it in hot water and soap. I had to use a razor blade to scrape off some tough weird spots that were likely from the manufacturing process. I got it squeaky clean and let it air-dry.
   
3. Meanwhile, I removed the buildtak and adhesive from the printer. It didn't take long. The trick was heating the bed up to 100 and carefully using a razor blade scraper. I have more info on this; ask if you're interested.
   
4. I installed the glass bed, making sure I didn't touch the surface more than necessary.
   
5. I cleaned it again with 70% isopropyl and a glasses cleaning cloth (I picked up a bulk pack of them from Amazon). The isopropyl is in a spritz bottle that I bought at a local drugstore. I top it up using a bigger refill bottle.
   
6. And that's basically it. I repeat #5 every time I print. Spritz, scrub a bit with the cloth over where the previous print was, and done. It takes maybe 10 seconds. I've been printing on it for about 2 months now and haven't taken it off to re-clean with soap and water. Some people say to use acetone, but I've had luck with just 70% iso.
   
   That said, the biggest contributing factor to getting my prints to stick was the leveling. Once I nailed the leveling, I haven't had a failed print due to poor adhesion. Failures due to other things, sure. But not because of the glass :)

I’ve been using this one all year

Some folks use binder clips to keep their on, I prefer silicon thermal pads (see the frequently bought together section)

You’ll also want hairspray or glue sticks. I use a purpose-made product called magigoo that helps with adhesion at the start of the print, then pops right off once the build plate cools

This is the most important one IMO. Eventually you should switch to a glass bed. It's pretty trivial, you just print a shim to change the z end stop and clip a glass bed overtop the buildtak (at least that's what I did).

A new fan shroud is worth doing

As is this little plate

Speaking of, are you aware of the magic numbers? You can find them with an explanation here: https://www.mpselectmini.com/optimal_layer

I have a glass bed, too. What I do is, once the print's finished and cooled down to room temp, I throw it in the freezer for about 15 minutes. The print just pops off. In fact, most times it just falls off.

[edit] It also helps that I bought this, the edges are already fairly rounded, plus since it's the same material as Pyrex®, less chance of breakage. You can look his store name up on Google, he usually has them available there when he's out on Amazon.

Paying someone to do the full set will definitely run you more than the cost of this printer. It's the printer I have. It's a bit finnicky, but the price is right, and it prints well enough for me! I'd also highly recommend getting a glass bed for it. It's stupid easy to install the glass bed (you just lower the normal bed and clip the glass to it with binder clips), and it makes the prints come loose soooo much easier. You can also have a hardware store cut the glass for you and it will be a bit cheaper than that Amazon link.

I will say, though: I only recommend buying a 3D printer if you're willing to devote some time to it. It's not like an InkJet where you plug it in and it just works. It takes calibration, and learning which settings work best. You'll have to do some research to get the best quality for your prints.

Amazon. Here is the links:

GO-3D PRINT 130mm x 160mm Borosilicate Glass Plate Bed Flat Polished Edge w/Corners Cut for Monoprice MP Select Mini 3D Print https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_-aUxDb3EP28M4

ZUPAYIPA 400mm x 210mm x 0.5mm Silicone Thermal Pad for CPU GPU Heatsink https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9HGKR1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_vbUxDb1VVQ706

bed wayyyyyy to far from the nozzle. I got tired of dealing with that shit, so I got some borosilicate glass and use a glue stick...

Print off a Z-Spacer (like this one: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1808029)Pull off the black mat, clean well with adhesive remover, and install glass. I use this one, which fits perfectly: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I've never had great luck getting adhesion straight on glass, but the glass will give you a flat bed. If you have adhesion issues, go with blue tape.

I had good luck with this glass with the corners pre-cut:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075XJ5ZP1/

Don't forget to get this to help transfer the heat from the aluminum to the glass, also helps as a non-slip surface to help hold the glass in place:
https://www.amazon.com/400mm-205mm-Silicone-Thermal-Heatsink/dp/B007PPEW52/

>oes stick hella hard if you use a glue stick, but when I've used no glue and PLA, then let the print cool down, it slides off with no effort

https://www.amazon.com/Borosilicate-Polished-Corners-Monoprice-Select/dp/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1537446780&sr=8-1&keywords=mp+mini+select+glass+bed

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So something like that? Id prefer to do as little mods as possible but im noticing glass it defiantly needed as the prints are hard to get off.

I had this happen on mine. Scrape it off the best you can and use Goo-Gone to purge the remaining adhesive. Once you have a clean metal bed, painters tape works great and is cheap and easy to replace. If you are feeling up to it, you can install a glass bed on top of the metal like I did, just make sure to level the bed right if you do because the glass adds extra space. Then use a purple glue stick for some extra adhesion if you need it!

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Here is the link to the bed I am using, and I am completely satisfied so far -> https://www.amazon.com/Borosilicate-Polished-Corners-Monoprice-Select/dp/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1549203064&sr=8-1-fkmr2&keywords=monoprice+mini+v2+glass+bed

For the glass bed I recommend getting a borosilicate glass. It’s that the old Pyrex is made of. Resist heat differences without shattering. Here’s the link of the one I got. 130mm x 160mm Borosilicate Glass Plate Bed Flat Polished Edge w/ Corners Cut for 3D Print https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_tn7G8jRd96iU2

with the help of this awesome community, i got this one.... works like a champ..

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I bought the glass off of amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm using hairspray on the glass.

For those looking for a glass bed: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Borosilicate glass has high heat tolerance and is resistant to rapid heat changes. The one posted here fits perfectly on MPSMv2

there is a z-spacer on thingiverse, and a glass plate that fits on amazon


glass bed:
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7dVRCbQQP1926


z-spacer:
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1808029

This is what I am using

This is the exact piece I bought
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LX3CS6Y/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This one might be a bit better:
https://www.amazon.com/130mm-160mm-Borosilicate-Polished-Corners/dp/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=sr_1_1?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1520966311&sr=1-1&keywords=130+borosilicate

It specifically says the dimensions fit the MP Select Mini well, and the cut corners clear the adjustment screws. The biggest problem I have with the piece I bought is that I have to hold it in place with binder clips on the edges. In order to not rub on the printer axis parts, you need to take off the binder clip handles, and in order to clear the print head, you need to move them as far towards the edge as you can. So it's a bit of a pain when they happen to pop off from vibration or hitting the print head. The larger piece I linked should mean you can clip from the front and back instead where mechanical interference isn't a problem.

People will say it's dumb to spend $20 on a print surface for a $200 printer, and that you can get away with a piece of frame glass for $1.50 instead. They're right, but it's a pain, and $220 for a printer with an excellent surface doesn't seem like much of a ripoff to me.

I'm considering this one

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075XJ5ZP1/?coliid=IUXV0TTQ913KW&colid=RQNFRG4K2XJ7&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

I did my modified side panel on glass.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075XJ5ZP1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_4wpGAbJ1YRB7F

Specifically fits the bed for the mpsmv2.

Glass will make the bed flat but not level. You still have to do that part. It will be much easier to level and require less frequent adjustments though. There are pre-cut pieces of borosilicate for the mini