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another way to look at resolution is how it relates to scale.

actual 1/4" is 12" in scale

1/8" is  6"

1/16" is 3"

1/32"  is 1.5" in scale.  anything smaller is  too weak or looks like an undefined  blob.

so the smallest  diameter of a handrail that can be printed is 1/32' but at that size unless supported will be way too weak.

also if those bolts are less than 1/32"  or 1.5" diameter you need to test how your printer prints this small a detail.

Last edited by AlanRail

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