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creality_ender_2_with_some_mods [2019/09/03 18:54]
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creality_ender_2_with_some_mods [2019/12/29 08:09] (current)
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| ====Problems : ==== | ====Problems : ==== |
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| * Y limit switch was missing :-( | * The backlash nut receiving the Z rod is too far to the back (probably from irregularities in the folding process of the bracket holding it). This can be solved by bringing the Z motor back, see those thingiverse attempt to fix this common problem (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2816946, https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2752080, https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2526607). My take on it was to make a custom adjustable bracket out of aluminum corner I had laying around https://i.imgur.com/bNhXhOz.jpg . |
| * The backlash nut receiving the Z rod is too far to the back (probably from irregularities in the folding process of the bracket holding it). This can be solved by bringing the Z motor back, see those thingiverse attempt to fix this common problem (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2816946, https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2752080, https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2526607). I just made a custom adjustable bracket https://i.imgur.com/bNhXhOz.jpg . | * issue : https://github.com/MarlinFirmware/Marlin/issues/15624 |
| | * Followed the solution with the 6.8k for the inductive probe (after falling in the trap he describes) https://mertarauh.com/2017/01/18/dont-trust-the-internet-and-how-to-add-an-inductive-proximity-sensor-to-your-3d-printer-the-proper-and-easiest-way/ |
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| ====Modifications : ==== | ====Modifications : ==== |
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| ===Purchase list=== | ===Purchase list=== |
| * [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32967045729.html|PINDA probe]] (16.54 CAD) because, from [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=il9bNWn66BY|Tom Sanladerer's video]], it's the most accurate solution, and that's what Prusa uses on their machines. Install guide : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-spQEAR4zo | * <del>[[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32967045729.html|PINDA probe]] (16.54 CAD) because, from [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=il9bNWn66BY|Tom Sanladerer's video]], it's the most accurate solution, and that's what Prusa uses on their machines. Install guide : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-spQEAR4zo</del> The 4 wire version i bought doesn't work with Marlin, so I bought this one then : https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01M3S37ZH/ |
| * [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32980082706.html|SKR 1.3 Main board w/ TMC2208 UART]] (51.66 CAD) because 32 bits Marlin 2.0 + the other alternatives to make it silent are the Creality Silent Board (more expensive and more limited), the MKS Gen Board (not the smartest routing + bad open source vision) or the Duet Wi-Fi (way too expensive). | * [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32980082706.html|SKR 1.3 Main board w/ TMC2208 UART]] (51.66 CAD) because 32 bits Marlin 2.0 + the other alternatives to make it silent are the Creality Silent Board (more expensive and more limited), the MKS Gen Board (not the smartest routing + bad open source vision) or the Duet Wi-Fi (way too expensive). |
| * All metal hot end for printing nylon -- still debating between the Micro Swiss and E3D V6. Micro Swiss is a drop-in replacement, E3D V6 is Prusa's choice. [[https://e3d-online.com/v6-all-metal-hotend|E3D V6]] 60 US [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32880330477.html|bracket]] 30 CAD, micro swiss le moins cher chez [[https://3dprintingcanada.com/products/cr10-all-metal-hotend-kit?variant=12699863056427|3d printing canada]] | * All metal hot end for printing nylon -- <del>still debating between the Micro Swiss and E3D V6. Micro Swiss is a drop-in replacement, E3D V6 is Prusa's choice. [[https://e3d-online.com/v6-all-metal-hotend|E3D V6]] 60 US [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32880330477.html|bracket]] 30 CAD,</del> micro swiss le moins cher chez [[https://3dprintingcanada.com/products/cr10-all-metal-hotend-kit?variant=12699863056427|3d printing canada]] |
| * [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32998768008.html|Steel bed]] (44 CAD) because they do custom size + metal sheet is necessary to work with the PINDA probe + recommended surface (PEI) to print nylon. | * [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32998768008.html|Steel bed]] (44 CAD) because they do custom size + metal sheet is necessary to work with the PINDA probe + recommended surface (PEI) to print nylon. |
| * [[https://keenovo.store/products/keenovo-custom-designed-and-manufactured-silicone-heaters-payment-link|Silicon heater]] (46 CAD, custom quote via [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/856909633.html|Aliexpress message]]) for the new longer heatbed. | * [[https://keenovo.store/products/keenovo-custom-designed-and-manufactured-silicone-heaters-payment-link|Silicon heater]] (46 CAD, custom quote via [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/856909633.html|Aliexpress message]]) for the new longer heatbed. |
| * Linear rail for Y axis? Dunno... | * Noctua fans all the way |
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| ===3D printed mods=== | ===3D printed mods=== |
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| | ===Money spent in CAD, shipping inc.=== |
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| | Money wisely spent (searched for the best price) : |
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| | * Printer (banggood): 284.34 |
| | * Probe (aliexpress) : 16.40 |
| | * SKR Board with silent drivers (aliexpress) : 53.61 |
| | * PEI+Steel sheet (aliexpress) : 55.55 |
| | * Microswiss all-metal (3Dprintingcanada) : 112.62 |
| | * Tungstene carbide nozzle (dyze design) : 69.11 |
| | * Noctua fans + blower (amazon) : 82.53 |
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| | Money less wisely spent (bought locally in a hurry) : |
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| | * Two aluminum beds (abra) : 55.86 |
| | * V slot rail (abra): 20.55 |
| | * PT100 thermistor for microswiss (abra) : 5.98 |
| | * 50W heater for microswiss (abra) : 8.39 |
| | * OB-585 build plate (abra) : 27.90 |
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| | So far, total : 792.84 |
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| | Still cheaper than a Prusa, I have two hot ends I can swap (one for PLA, one for Nylon-CF), the Nylon-CF setup is top notch, the controler board is the best there is, I have autoleveling, and it (mainly) fits inside my ikea box :) :) (which acts as an enclosure, necessary for nylon). |
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| | ===Notes=== |
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| | Would I do it again / recommend? No, too much work. When you want to go custom I realised it is better to start from the most popular base (ie, Ender 3) and if there is a simple solution out there for your custom needs (ie, silent board from creality) choose it. |
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| | Am i happy with it? Yes, works beautifully! |
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| | ===Links=== |
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| https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_B0FLT7NHY | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_B0FLT7NHY |
| | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNGN2iSQ5j4 |
| | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5M7DvdMcew |
