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Flexi-dragon came out perfect and I printed it at warp speed (250mm/s) yay 😁

#3dprinting
#dragon
#Neptune4+

Flexi-dragon came out perfect and I printed it at warp speed (250mm/s) yay 😁

#3dprinting
#dragon
#Neptune4+

My new #neptune4 nozzle lasted a week: https://toot.kottman.xyz/@michal/115338226489970187

I was doing flow calibration and had to step away, and came back to a horrible mess with plastic everywhere.

I managed to get some off with the help of a hot air station. There's still some plastic inside which I don't know if I'll be able to get out.

What do you use to clean up mess like this? Or do you straight buy a new one?

#3dprinting

My new #neptune4 nozzle lasted a week: https://toot.kottman.xyz/@michal/115338226489970187

I was doing flow calibration and had to step away, and came back to a horrible mess with plastic everywhere.

I managed to get some off with the help of a hot air station. There's still some plastic inside which I don't know if I'll be able to get out.

What do you use to clean up mess like this? Or do you straight buy a new one?

#3dprinting

I don't know exactly what happened to my #3dprinting on my #elegoo #neptune4 , but recently I've had a very good experience - just turn on, upload+print and forget about it.

First layer adhesion is good, minimum stringing, no layer warping, overhangs have reasonable supports, the models look good (compared to what I had in the beginning).

Is it bias in model selection (instinctive "this would print good/bad"), is it the hundreds of profile tweaks, new bed and diy enclosure finally paying off?

I don't know exactly what happened to my #3dprinting on my #elegoo #neptune4 , but recently I've had a very good experience - just turn on, upload+print and forget about it.

First layer adhesion is good, minimum stringing, no layer warping, overhangs have reasonable supports, the models look good (compared to what I had in the beginning).

Is it bias in model selection (instinctive "this would print good/bad"), is it the hundreds of profile tweaks, new bed and diy enclosure finally paying off?

🌟 **3D Printer Recommendations Needed!** 🌟

I’m diving into the world of additive manufacturing and need your help!

I’m looking for an inexpensive 3D printer (under $500) that’s perfect for a free and open-source software (FOSS) enthusiast like me.

🔍 Here are my criteria:
- **Budget:** Under $500
- **User-Friendly:** Easier to start with than a Voron 2.4
- **Hacking-Friendly:** I’d love the ability to tinker and customize!

What 3D printer would you recommend for someone just starting out? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments! Your insights will help me make the right choice. Thank you! 😊

#3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #FOSS #OpenSource #3DPrinterRecommendations
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#MakerMovement
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🌟 **3D Printer Recommendations Needed!** 🌟

I’m diving into the world of additive manufacturing and need your help!

I’m looking for an inexpensive 3D printer (under $500) that’s perfect for a free and open-source software (FOSS) enthusiast like me.

🔍 Here are my criteria:
- **Budget:** Under $500
- **User-Friendly:** Easier to start with than a Voron 2.4
- **Hacking-Friendly:** I’d love the ability to tinker and customize!

What 3D printer would you recommend for someone just starting out? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments! Your insights will help me make the right choice. Thank you! 😊

#3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #FOSS #OpenSource #3DPrinterRecommendations
#3DPrintingCommunity
#MakerMovement
#DIY3DPrinting
#3DPrint
#AdditiveManufacturing
#FOSS
#OpenSourceHardware
#CrealityEnder3
#Ender3
#Creality3D
#3DPrinting
#ElegooNeptune2
#Elegoo
#Neptune2
#Ender3V2Neo
#3DPrinter
#FLASHFORGE
#Adventurer5M
#FLASHFORGE3D
#SidewinderX3Plus
#Artillery3D
#Sidewinder3DPrinter
#Ender3KE
#Creality
#AnycubicKobra2Max
#Anycubic
#Kobra2Max
#Neptune4
#ElegooNeptune4
#TronxyX5SA
#Tronxy
#X5SA
#CrealityK1
#K1
#PrusaI3MK3S
#Prusa
#MK3S
#Used3DPrinter
#SovolSV08
#SV08
#MonopriceJoule
#Monoprice
#Joule
#3DPrinterRecommendations
#3DPrinter
#3DPrinting
#AdditiveManufacturing
#FOSS
#OpenSource
#Newbie
#3DPrintingCommunity
#Beginner
#Newbie
#Maker
#Question
#3D #3Dadvice #AdviceNeeded #3DPrintingCommunity #MakerCommunity #CreativeCommunity #3DCommunity

My poor #Neptune4 is chugging along, one print after another, all for the goal of having the #ercf working! Still quite some parts and hours (more like days) of printing to go, as having only 1 abs-capable printer with a relatively small build plate takes some time.

My poor #Neptune4 is chugging along, one print after another, all for the goal of having the #ercf working! Still quite some parts and hours (more like days) of printing to go, as having only 1 abs-capable printer with a relatively small build plate takes some time.

I've got myself a #ercf kit for my #3dprinter 🙈. It's the one from #trianglelabs. We'll see how it'll work out for my #neptune4. Or my Artillery Genius? Maybe even portable? See you in 2 weeks after holiday.

I got it today, as the kit was only 114€ for 9 colors.

I've got myself a #ercf kit for my #3dprinter 🙈. It's the one from #trianglelabs. We'll see how it'll work out for my #neptune4. Or my Artillery Genius? Maybe even portable? See you in 2 weeks after holiday.

I got it today, as the kit was only 114€ for 9 colors.

Finished another #3dprinting project: #KlackEnder for the #elegoo #Neptune4! Works like a charm!

https://www.printables.com/model/773535-klackender-for-elegoo-neptune-4

Finished another #3dprinting project: #KlackEnder for the #elegoo #Neptune4! Works like a charm!

https://www.printables.com/model/773535-klackender-for-elegoo-neptune-4

Stupid me, why did *not* check if the connectors fit *before* I put the whole thing together?

#Neptune4 #diy

Stupid me, why did *not* check if the connectors fit *before* I put the whole thing together?

#Neptune4 #diy

Time for an upgrade - hopefully no more "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" just to see what the nozzle is doing. Non-planar slicing next?

(I have my printer on the floor for extra anti-vibration protection).

Model: https://www.printables.com/@OrzOrzOrz_1498531

#3dprinting #neptune4

Time for an upgrade - hopefully no more "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" just to see what the nozzle is doing. Non-planar slicing next?

(I have my printer on the floor for extra anti-vibration protection).

Model: https://www.printables.com/@OrzOrzOrz_1498531

#3dprinting #neptune4

Chicken and egg problem: to print good ABS apparently I need an enclosure, so I tried printing the "IKEA Lack" DIY enclosure leg extenders in ABS, except they are all cracked due to not being printed in an enclosure :-/

So I'm printing another set of extenders in PLA...

I feels like these printers are so cheap compared to other products, because you get the bare bones and have to DIY print the rest of the machine 😁

#3dprinting #Neptune4

Chicken and egg problem: to print good ABS apparently I need an enclosure, so I tried printing the "IKEA Lack" DIY enclosure leg extenders in ABS, except they are all cracked due to not being printed in an enclosure :-/

So I'm printing another set of extenders in PLA...

I feels like these printers are so cheap compared to other products, because you get the bare bones and have to DIY print the rest of the machine 😁

#3dprinting #Neptune4

@jamie I now have the best #Neptune4 running OpenNept4une (https://github.com/OpenNeptune3D/OpenNept4une) and with a #KlackEnder so this annoying inductive probe doesn't destroy my z-offset when printing ASA. The z-offset issues are gone completely and it now works even with latest #klipper, #moonraker and more! The screen works mostly, too!

#3dprinting

@jamie I now have the best #Neptune4 running OpenNept4une (https://github.com/OpenNeptune3D/OpenNept4une) and with a #KlackEnder so this annoying inductive probe doesn't destroy my z-offset when printing ASA. The z-offset issues are gone completely and it now works even with latest #klipper, #moonraker and more! The screen works mostly, too!

#3dprinting

8 hours later, I am disappointed. I think the idea to cut the model in two was good in general, as both the top and uneven bottom of the model are nice and smooth. The cut/bottom layers are also nice and smooth, so initial adhesion must have been good.

However the bottom layer warping upwards caused to halves to no longer fit together, and I don't think there's a way to finish/post-process this...

#3dprinting #neptune4

8 hours later, I am disappointed. I think the idea to cut the model in two was good in general, as both the top and uneven bottom of the model are nice and smooth. The cut/bottom layers are also nice and smooth, so initial adhesion must have been good.

However the bottom layer warping upwards caused to halves to no longer fit together, and I don't think there's a way to finish/post-process this...

#3dprinting #neptune4

I was trying out the OrcaSlicer flow calibration.

There goes me leaving the print unattended...

#3dprinting #neptune4

I was trying out the OrcaSlicer flow calibration.

There goes me leaving the print unattended...

#3dprinting #neptune4

Must have left a gold coin outside or something, this dragon infestation is horrible, someone should do something :)

I think I finally settled on a print profile that both sticks to the build plate, and also comes off relatively cleanly with minimal post-cutting. I have a love-hate relationship with the "brim" now.

Model: https://www.printables.com/model/538160-articulated-bone-dragon

#3dprinting #Neptune4

Must have left a gold coin outside or something, this dragon infestation is horrible, someone should do something :)

I think I finally settled on a print profile that both sticks to the build plate, and also comes off relatively cleanly with minimal post-cutting. I have a love-hate relationship with the "brim" now.

Model: https://www.printables.com/model/538160-articulated-bone-dragon

#3dprinting #Neptune4

"One final car 3d print for my son before bed time due to early waking tomorrow, let's quickly change the filament"...

Guess who had to clean out a blockage all the way to the nozzle to clear out a clog, and forgot to screw in some screws at the beginning, only realizing after the whole thing had been almost assembled, and now will have to level the bed again?

Let's hope the patient survives this operation...

#3dprinting #Neptune4

"One final car 3d print for my son before bed time due to early waking tomorrow, let's quickly change the filament"...

Guess who had to clean out a blockage all the way to the nozzle to clear out a clog, and forgot to screw in some screws at the beginning, only realizing after the whole thing had been almost assembled, and now will have to level the bed again?

Let's hope the patient survives this operation...

#3dprinting #Neptune4

My first design in #FreeCAD - two rotating plates that should (theoretically) slot into each other and allow the top plate to rotate on top of the bottom plate.

#Cura says that each plate should take 3 hours on my #Neptune4. Let's see how the tolerances work out...

My first design in #FreeCAD - two rotating plates that should (theoretically) slot into each other and allow the top plate to rotate on top of the bottom plate.

#Cura says that each plate should take 3 hours on my #Neptune4. Let's see how the tolerances work out...

I think it's time for bigger models, I'm no longer wasting half of the filament on "3d print spaghetti'

#3dprinting #Neptune4

I think it's time for bigger models, I'm no longer wasting half of the filament on "3d print spaghetti'

#3dprinting #Neptune4

I feel like my #Neptune4 is getting progressively worse :( I've only had it for few days, and I can longer get a reasonable first layer, having to resort to wide brim and tape to hold the model in place.

I went through all the calibration and tuning tutorials and repeatedly adjusted everything (maybe that's the problem?)

Today I got my first "blob of goo" as the nozzle picks up non-sticky first layer and grabs it along, causing it to pick up more of "first lines".

I envy those with no issues

I feel like my #Neptune4 is getting progressively worse :( I've only had it for few days, and I can longer get a reasonable first layer, having to resort to wide brim and tape to hold the model in place.

I went through all the calibration and tuning tutorials and repeatedly adjusted everything (maybe that's the problem?)

Today I got my first "blob of goo" as the nozzle picks up non-sticky first layer and grabs it along, causing it to pick up more of "first lines".

I envy those with no issues

It't not very often that you find a master's thesis that you could apply in real life *and* want to do so. I found this thesis on #nonplanar #3dprinting :

Daniel Ahlers: 3D Printing of Nonplanar Layers for Smooth Surface Generation
https://tams.informatik.uni-hamburg.de/publications/2018/MSc_Daniel_Ahlers.pdf

Unfortunately with a bulky extruder head like mine on the #Neptune4 I'd probably not be able to make use of it, since you need some space around the nozzle to be able to move around in 3d :-/

It't not very often that you find a master's thesis that you could apply in real life *and* want to do so. I found this thesis on #nonplanar #3dprinting :

Daniel Ahlers: 3D Printing of Nonplanar Layers for Smooth Surface Generation
https://tams.informatik.uni-hamburg.de/publications/2018/MSc_Daniel_Ahlers.pdf

Unfortunately with a bulky extruder head like mine on the #Neptune4 I'd probably not be able to make use of it, since you need some space around the nozzle to be able to move around in 3d :-/

Since my #Neptune4 has SSH access, I decided to poke around, and the first thing is `journalctl -f`. Some chinese words quickly showed up from `/root/set-time.sh` and there I found:

...
ping -c 1 -W 3 ntp.aliyun.com
echo "网络连接正常" # "Network connection is normal"
# 进行NTP时间同步 # "Perform NTP time synchronization"
/usr/sbin/ntpdate ntp.aliyun.com >/dev/null 2>&1
...

Ummm, looks reasonable, but still let me remove this one...

Since my #Neptune4 has SSH access, I decided to poke around, and the first thing is `journalctl -f`. Some chinese words quickly showed up from `/root/set-time.sh` and there I found:

...
ping -c 1 -W 3 ntp.aliyun.com
echo "网络连接正常" # "Network connection is normal"
# 进行NTP时间同步 # "Perform NTP time synchronization"
/usr/sbin/ntpdate ntp.aliyun.com >/dev/null 2>&1
...

Ummm, looks reasonable, but still let me remove this one...

So, the #Neptune4 has #Klipper firmware which has support for USB Webcam, which I have a few spare ones lying around...

But I could not find any official documentation, and tweaking configs did not yield a working camera image...

Until I found a guide on Youtube, which basically has me ssh into the printer:

$ ssh mks@neptune # password is makerbase (!?!?)
neptune$ sudo systemctl enable --now webcamd

Two things: a) #systemd is everywhere, b) why is it not started by default?

#3dprinting

So, the #Neptune4 has #Klipper firmware which has support for USB Webcam, which I have a few spare ones lying around...

But I could not find any official documentation, and tweaking configs did not yield a working camera image...

Until I found a guide on Youtube, which basically has me ssh into the printer:

$ ssh mks@neptune # password is makerbase (!?!?)
neptune$ sudo systemctl enable --now webcamd

Two things: a) #systemd is everywhere, b) why is it not started by default?

#3dprinting

There, my rite of passage is complete. I'm a "maker" now.

Elegoo in their wisdom provided enough sample filament for one and a half benchys, it just about ran out as I finished the second (good) benchy.

#neptune4 #3d #printing #benchy

There, my rite of passage is complete. I'm a "maker" now.

Elegoo in their wisdom provided enough sample filament for one and a half benchys, it just about ran out as I finished the second (good) benchy.

#neptune4 #3d #printing #benchy

Since the #Elegoo #Neptune4 pro comes unfortunately with an outdated #cura version, here is a guide how to set up the printer in the newest cura version where it is (not yet) supported.

https://www.reddit.com/r/ElegooNeptune4/comments/164ace1/guide_setting_up_the_neptune_4_pro_with_cura_54/

Since the #Elegoo #Neptune4 pro comes unfortunately with an outdated #cura version, here is a guide how to set up the printer in the newest cura version where it is (not yet) supported.

https://www.reddit.com/r/ElegooNeptune4/comments/164ace1/guide_setting_up_the_neptune_4_pro_with_cura_54/