Layer height based on z axis steps

I have read some references to being able to optimize print quality based on selecting a layer height based on your z axis steps.

I cannot find any articles on how to do this, can someone either give me a link or explain to me how this is done?

Have a look at the second section of this link

Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 04/25/2013 07:42PM by Fl0yd.

Also have a look at RichRap's slic3r is nicer article, under the "accuracy" bit, which quite clearly explains how to calulate the ideal layer heights wrt your Z thread pitch and stepper. The difference between RichRap's and Josef's way of calulating the ideal layer height, is that Josef's new calulator ignores microstepping, which is actually a good thing. Microstepping is fine for movements, but steppers don't hold position very well on non-native steps. And the problem gets even worse when you power off your z motors in between moves.