Easy to calibrate and do work of quality with pla, printing with abs is a bit. Start by downloading the marlin firmware from this link. I have the x y and maybe e steps down to where i tell it to move x mm and it moves x mm. Absolutely rock solid build, the new unit features a heavy metal base, xaxis. The original prusa i3 mk3s is the award winning best 3d printer according to all3dp.
Lcd screen control, support sd card print, using marlin firmware. We are aware of that the full upgrade from original prusa i3 mk2s to mk3s is a little bit pricey, so we came up with the second best option the mk2. We have launched new the community website for every original prusa printer owner. Step by step bed levelling first time calibration picture of the afinibot prusa i3. This acrylic frame prusa mendel i3 3d printer is designed and manufactured by shenzhen getech co. Fysetc prusa i3 mk3 cool blower fan 4010 40x40x10mm dc 5v 0. Slic3r is nicer part 1 settings and extruder calibration i have been using slic3r for a few months now, its coming along well and deserves lots more coverage, so here are a few notes and a very short guide to using it and what the settings mean nothing difficult as its already very easy to use and understand. Replacing my sunhokey prusa i3 printer making it up. Is marlin recommend firmware to prusa i3 arduino board. After completing the build of your printer, its time to breathe some life into it. I have been happily printing with my original prusa i3 mk2s for a few weeks now. Mk8 extruder, linear rail for xzy axis, 2020 aluminium frame,cool yellow black acrylic decoration. Josef and his team created a bundle of settings for the cura software. Marlin firmware used for prusa i3 hephestos modified for prusa i3 rework or choose for a geeetech i3 x.
With an easier calibration process, new filament sensor and a standalone filament buffer, the mmu2s is. Prusa i3, filaments especially our inhouse made prusament, resins, and other accessories for 3d printing. Hi, my name is rj and a proud owner of sunhokey prusa i3 3d printer. How to configure the firmware on your prusa i3 3d printer. Im the owner of a sunhokey prusa i3 2015 model, and i forgot to talk about it so. At the time of calibration recommend to draw a mark on the desired axis x, y or z. The main problem that it had was the wrong stepsmm values for both the extruder and zaxis in the firmware which caused all these issues. If not then what do you use and have you wizarded code.
Sticky cura settings for the original prusa i3 printers. Prusa i3, firmware, software and calibration reprap. My buddy bought what we believe to be a used sunhokey prusa i3. I got my hokey last december as a christmas gift for myself. These are a slicer settings and b firmware configuration. Discussion in digital design and fabrication started by tugboat, dec 20, 2015. So, why am i talking about replacing my sunhokey 3d printer. Sunhokey 2020 aluminium framelinear rail high precision. If using the sainsmart endstops then you will need 2 m3 flat head screws per endstop that uses the bottom 2 holes to attach it example the xidler as the sainsmart endstops has a bad design flaw that gives absolutely zero clearance for the two lower screws as the wiring harness is too close to the pcb and over laps some of the 2 bottom open holes wiring harness points. It would be nice to know how everyone is doing with their sunhokey printer. I built my very first 3d printer but now im not making process anymore. I also contacted maker base info tech i live in thailand and its not far from china hahahaha.
I had a few messy stringy sculture looking pieces until i got the settings correct bumped the extrusion multiplier by an extra 10% to put out a little more. But once accomplished, this machine works like a charm. After spending alot of time on my machine i figured out that there were some serious calibration issues with these machines. In the arduino software choose tools board arduino mega or mega 2560 escolher board arduino mega or mega 2560. Forums sunhokey 3d printer owners groups thingiverse.
Manual is suitable even for 3mm version except material temperatures and images. Reprap prusa i3 lcd acquired 3d printer kit wtwo rolls filament for free. I show which slicer i use for my printer and show how to use it correctly. My board is arduino mega 2560 and after downloading. Prusa filament sensor test ender 3 pro calibration i am currently printing a simple cup out of pla i will later anneal it. There are countless variations of this design and it became a staple of 3d printing with hundreds of thousands units worldwide. I have been thinking about replacing the pinda probe with a bltouch tactile sensor. Melzi board v2 cable management by dave desrosiers how to organise wire on the afinibot prusa i3. I have also asked the vendor to provide me with the. Gcode added, which selects extruder to use prior to the print.
With the rebuilt extruder, a plethora of sensors and the new magnetic mk52 heatbed with replaceable pei spring steel print sheet we believe that weve developed our best 3d printer yet. I will be sharing some of the problems that i have encounte. Let me start by saying im getting a bit frustrated, i am attempting to calibrate my printer and for the life of me i havent got a clue whats going on. The prusa i3 mk2 unique calibrate xyz function offers perfect 3d printing anyway. The original prusa i3 mk3s is the successor of the awardwinning original prusa i3 mk2 3d printer. Calibration shapes are obviously the order of the day. Cura settings for the original prusa i3 printers general.
This instructables are for guys who have purchased the sunhokey 2015 prusa i3 diy kit, and have the burning desire to get it working to the best possible state, without breaking the bank. Sunhokey hot full acrylic quality high precision reprap prusa i3 lcd diy 3d. Thank god i am not the only one facing these problems with sunhokey i3. Reprap prusa i3 lcd acquired 3d printer kit wtwo rolls.
Mainly produces and sells 3d printer arduino raspberry pi and electronic modules. Never thought the current design could be bettered but i was wrong the new design is superb. There are many sources of information for 3d printer kit calibration. Use a small fan to keep the coldend insulator of your hotend below the glasstransition point of your plastic. Heres an important tip for using 3d printing extruders. Maybe youre not sure about all the prusa hype, or maybe youre looking for something the mk3s doesnt offer.
Prusa mk3s first layer calibration takes a bit of work. So i managed to get hold of a brand new sunhokey prusa i4 the other day as an additional unit to my existing i3, robox and flashforge at work. Prusa account is the only account youll need for all websites by prusa research. Firmware for geeetech i3 x original version can be found on github. I leveled the bed and tried a test print which was a xyz cube and it was very poor quality to the point that i stopped it. Sunhokey prusa i4 general prusa i3 groups thingiverse. After rigorous testing, we are happy to add support for original prusa i3 printers. My final choice for a new 3d printer is the original prusa i3 mk3s, which i have purchased in kit form. By default the prusa i3 is approximately a dimension of 215 mm x, y, z of 210 mm and 180 mm. Before you can use your reprap 3d printer, you will need to configure the firmware. Find other users in your neighborhood, get it touch with them a create your local 3d printing communities. Hi there, im hiboson and this week i test one of my calibration techniques for the upcoming filament comparison video for my sunhokey prusa.
High quality precision reprap prusa i3 diy 3d printer kit included with 2 roll filament 8gb sd card and lcd. Sunhokey prusa i3 problems i just bought my first 3d printer, a sunhokey s508 prusa i3. Slic3r is nicer part 1 settings and extruder calibration. Sunhokey reprap prusa i4 i3 plus semi assembled 2016 new arrival upgraded hot sale reprap prusa i4 diy 3d printer kit with 2 roll of filaments. Ive followed the instructions provided by geeetech and the calibration isnt happening, ive got to this point and im ready to just jump out of the window and call it quits. Sunhokey reprap prusa i3 diy kit best 3d printer kit at. If i do so, how will i be able to do the xyz calibration. I read couple of quides how to do it but do you recommend them. Connect printer to pc your printer does not need to be plugged into the wall at this point. Hi all, finally i received from sunhokey the configuration. I would also like to have your updated version of the sunhokey prusa i3 configuration. When you start experimenting with printing ultratiny objects with fine details or printing objects at great speed, you quickly discover an interesting problem in 3dprinting.
I got it all built flawlessly, wired it all up, fired it up and get just two rows of black squares on the lcd with no signs of response from the printer. Calibrating a sunhokey prusa i3 3d printer kit making it up. Here is a short guide to getting the marlin firmware running on your ramps electronics. I chose a cheap chinese clone of a proven open source design, the prusa i3. I bought a prusa i3 from sunhokey about 8 months ago, and have been tinkering around with it in my spare time.
You may have too much current going to the motor which is causing the stepper motor driver to overheat. Build volume is 200mm x 200mm x180mm approximate arround 15kg and 12v rated. Hi, my name is jo prusa and prusa i3 i3 stands for the third iteration of the design is my latest design for 3d printers. About software, i read cura is rather popular but repetier has better quide. Connect the usb cable to the port on the arduino mega the underside of the electronics on the printer. Sunhokey high definition desktop 3d printer scanner prototype making. Whatever the case may be, weve narrowed down a list of the best prusa i3 mk3s clones and alternatives to help you find the right machine for your needs.
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