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So, I'm new at 3D printing and I've tried cleaning my new 3D printer's steel heated bed with Isopropyl Alcohol and it left some very nasty white marks all over the bed.

I tried cleaning it off with water and dish soap but it didn't work.

Is there anyway to clean it? Is my bed ruined?

I'm using the stock Biqu-B1 steel heated bed.

0scar
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UlisesCantalapiedra
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  • Is [this](https://www.biqu.equipment/products/biqu-sss-super-spring-steel-sheet-heated-bed-build-plate-platform-235x245mm-printer-parts-for-filament-ender-3-3-printer?variant=31925252620386) your build plate? If so, it says it comes with a powder coating, is this coating now showing these white stains? – 0scar Oct 03 '21 at 15:52
  • Yes, I think so. So, perhaps the IPA damaged the powder? Do you think it would still be safe to use? – UlisesCantalapiedra Oct 03 '21 at 16:45
  • do fuses/breakers trip when you use it? if not, it's not likely to be significantly more dangerous- its still an electrically heated plate. – Abel Oct 03 '21 at 17:15
  • @Abel I think it is a steel sheet cover, not the heated bed itself. – 0scar Oct 03 '21 at 17:29
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    Yes, I meant the steel sheet cover, not the bed itself. I'm very new to this so I might confuse terms, sorry. I'm using the reverse side of the steel sheet now, so far no fires :) – UlisesCantalapiedra Oct 03 '21 at 18:21
  • A clear and well-lit photo of your bed would be useful, if you could add that to your question with [edit] – Criggie Oct 04 '21 at 01:29
  • Well, finally I decided to go all in and did it all again. Cleaned the bed again with a cotton disc with IPA but scrubbing harder than the first time, then warm water and dish soap and more scrubbing and finally dried it with a soft cloth. White stains are almost gone now, will try later if it still has adherence for prints. Perhaps I panicked a little too soon, lol, sorry Thank you all – UlisesCantalapiedra Oct 04 '21 at 14:15

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