[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In late March 2016, I decided to look for a printer to make larger PLA objects than the M3D could handle. So, I did a lot of research, and decided to try building a Prusa i3 based machine.
I ordered it from AliExpress and it arrived from China in just 9 days (thanks FedEx Express free shipping).
Thanks to videos from Hiboson and Alan’s Way on YouTube, I was able to assemble the printer with very few hiccups.
As I started to use this printer, I quickly found some of the limitations of a low cost printer kit.
Some of the upgrades and additions that I have made for my printer are:
Y-axis Stepper Support:
http://www.thingiverse.com/make:181949
Power Supply Spacer:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1211592
LCD Case – to mount the LCD on the front of the printer:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1179273
Bed Levelling Thumb Wheels:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:16428
Z-axis Stabilizers:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1427944
Compact Bowden Extruder:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:669459
X-Carriage Main Body:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:651517
X-Carriage Extruder Holder:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:547706
Currently in Progress:
Adjustable Z Axis End Stop:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1252997
Control Board Cooling Fan Mount:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1623252
Bowden Side Mount:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1646812
Power Supply Switch Module:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1190015
Extruder Support with Proximity Probe Holder:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:889139
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