Z-height

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ADM-000423",
  "term": "Z-height",
  "field": "Additive manufacturing and 3D printing",
  "definition": "The vertical distance from the build plate to the highest point of a 3D model, corresponding to the Z-axis of the printer. This dimension, along with the selected layer height, determines the total number of layers required to complete a part and is a primary factor in calculating the total print time. The first layer's Z-height is a specific calibration setting that adjusts the nozzle's initial distance from the bed to achieve proper adhesion.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/additive-manufacturing/z-height/"
}