Coming along nicely. First time I've seen the modified stepper mounts, will definitely be looking into them. Do you plan to enclose this printer? Would be interested in seeing a video if you do
I have two add-on components on my E5+ that I like, and would prefer to be able to keep, if I decide to do this conversion. The first is an Exoslide gantry, and the other is a MicroSwiss DD. Can anyone reading this please let me know if this is possible. If it's not possible, can I reconfigure my BTT SKR Pro v1.2 to control three separate Z motors?? I am currently set up for X, Y, Z0, E0, and E1 is being used for Z1, and I have one remaining spot on the board for a stepper driver which can hopefully be used for Z2. I would be willing to forgo the MS DD to be able to print multiple colors, but I think that would require a mainboard that has more than six stepper drivers. I also have a 3/8 thick cast aluminum tool plate for the print bed, with a Keenovo bed heater that I also want to keep. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Hi sorry! Not sure how I managed to miss this. I am not sure about keeping the exoslide or the Microswiss DD, I have certainly never seen it done at least. With an SKR Pro you will definitely be able to control 3 motors for a triple Z setup. For multicolour printing, you could look into the ERCF, and the ERCF Easy BRD so you could keep your old SKR board in the printer. Otherwise you can chain multiple boards together in klipper.
@@joeyz4539 No problem! The conversion makes the printer a whole lot better, but a standard kit does not address the "diving board" flex on the bed, which is a consideration when going fast.
Good progress!
Very interesting. Am following and will copy any good idea. This will make a nice size, capable printer.
Hiya Bean, nice to have you here! This is definitely a nice and capable printer. The best upgrade path from a standard Ender 5 IMO
Coming along nicely. First time I've seen the modified stepper mounts, will definitely be looking into them. Do you plan to enclose this printer? Would be interested in seeing a video if you do
I dont have any plans to enclose, but the guy I am selling it to might. I will keep you posted
I have two add-on components on my E5+ that I like, and would prefer to be able to keep, if I decide to do this conversion. The first is an Exoslide gantry, and the other is a MicroSwiss DD. Can anyone reading this please let me know if this is possible. If it's not possible, can I reconfigure my BTT SKR Pro v1.2 to control three separate Z motors?? I am currently set up for X, Y, Z0, E0, and E1 is being used for Z1, and I have one remaining spot on the board for a stepper driver which can hopefully be used for Z2. I would be willing to forgo the MS DD to be able to print multiple colors, but I think that would require a mainboard that has more than six stepper drivers. I also have a 3/8 thick cast aluminum tool plate for the print bed, with a Keenovo bed heater that I also want to keep. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Hi sorry! Not sure how I managed to miss this.
I am not sure about keeping the exoslide or the Microswiss DD, I have certainly never seen it done at least. With an SKR Pro you will definitely be able to control 3 motors for a triple Z setup. For multicolour printing, you could look into the ERCF, and the ERCF Easy BRD so you could keep your old SKR board in the printer. Otherwise you can chain multiple boards together in klipper.
Do you still have the files for rocksalt's motor mounts? Cant seem to find them
www.thingiverse.com/thing:5438468
Looks good, do you have the link for the modified stepper mounts that you mentioned
Here you are! www.thingiverse.com/thing:5430682
@@mitsubishimakes Thanks for the quick response. How do you like the conversion? I have to 5+ machines that I am fixing to convert.
@@joeyz4539 No problem! The conversion makes the printer a whole lot better, but a standard kit does not address the "diving board" flex on the bed, which is a consideration when going fast.
@@joeyz4539 The 5+ bed is more stable, so I think you'll be safe