Prusa i3 Hephestos

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Prusa i3 Hephestos

Release status: working

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Prusa 3D printer Hephestos is an open source 3D printer designed and developed by the bq Department of Innovation and Robotics. Hephestos is based on the Prusa i3 and adds several improvements to other printers like PowerCode. Parts were developed by the RepRap community with modifications and new parts added by bq.

This project has sought to offer a robust printer design, addressing many of the shortcomings of earlier designs such as end-stop positioning and wiring routing. We have placed particular emphasis on providing good documentation to facilitate its assembly.

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Where to buy
 - 3DEspana.com From Spain Worldwide Shipping kit 299€
 - RepRap.me ships worldwide (pickup in Denmark), wordwide kit shipping 
 - Orballo Printing (Prusa Steel)
 - bq Spanien - (Autor) - kostenloser Versand
 - IBEROBOTICS Shop Optional Montageservice
 - Leds & Chips Vormontiert - Portugal
 - Leds & Chips Portugal
 - Iniciativas 3D Spanien
 - wi3d Print Spanien
 - 3D Proditive Shop Spanien
 - Simac Spanien
 - Crea3D Italien
 - 3DPrinter Store Schweiz
 - 3Dinvasion.com From Spain & Canary Islands, free shipping, Free Online Course.
Building Instructions Video (YouTube)
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Technical specifications

Dimensions

  • Printer Dimensions: 460(X) x 370(Y) x 510 mm(Z without roll) or 583 mm(Z with roll)
  • Print Area Dimensions: 215(X) x 210(Y) x 180 mm(Z)
  • Box Dimensions: 400(X) x 400(Y) x 250 mm(Z)

Mechanical Construction

  • Powder coated aluminium frame & base
  • Smooth chrome rods for bearing carriages X, Y, Z
  • Linear ball bearing LM8UU for X, Y, Z
  • Axial ball bearing pulleys B623ZZ for X, Y
  • Igus cable carrier chain
  • Flexible aluminium coupling for threaded rods of Z Axis
  • Four-point print base levelling system with cushioning
  • Quick change system for print base with clips
  • Brushless fans with axial ball bearings.

Print resolution

  • Very high: 60 microns
  • High 100 microns
  • Medium 200 microns
  • Low 300 microns

Extruder Mechanics

  • Custom extruder design (Witbox)
  • 0.4 mm nozzle
  • Fin heatsinks with axial fan
  • Part cooling nozzle

Print speed

  • Recommended speed: 50 mm / s
  • Maximum recommended speed: 80 mm / s

Electronics

  • Any RepRap electronics conforming to RepRap Interface Standard RIS 1.
  • LCD with rotary encoder and push-button navigation
  • Cold glass base (size:220 ​​x 220 x 3 mm)
  • Power supply: 220 AC 12 DC 100W
  • Thermistor 100k extruder
  • Heating element: 12V 40W

Software

  • Firmware derivative Marlin
  • Recommended environment: Cura Software
  • Supported Files:. Gcode
  • OS supported:
    • Windows XP and above
    • Mac OS X and above
    • GNU/Linux

Communications

  • Standard SD card reader
  • USB Port Type B

Materials

  • PLA Filament 1.75-mm

Changes with respect to other models Prusa i3

Limit switch clamping:
Designed by the department specifically for this model.
Belt tensioners
Tensioner X axis identical to the Power Code. Tensioner Axis Ydownloaded from Thingiverse. http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:68185
Support for RAMPS
Designed by the department specifically for this model. Includes three anchors to collect the wires on one side through the use of a cable tie. Guiding the cables ensures the Driver heatsinks are not covered.
Support LCD
Designed by the department specifically for this model. The design has been inspired by http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:121640
Support Fan
Designed by the department specifically for this model.
Cable Carrier
Parts modified to include the cable carrier on all axis, avoiding pinching, cuts and catching the cable during axis movement.
Power supply
Laptop power supply
Extruder
Witbox extruder.
Frame
Official Prusa design modified. A recess has been added to the Y axis area to prevent friction which previously existed during the levelling of the base plate caused by the screw protruding. File:Frame&base Hephestos.dxf.zip
Printing volume
215x210x180 mm

Printed Parts

Thingiverse page: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:371842


Own designs

X Axis cable carrier coupling

Part Downloads
Acople cadeneta Eje X.png File:Acople cadeneta Eje X.zip

Mechanical Endstop clamping X axis

Part Downloads


Sujecion para final X.PNG File:EjeX final de carrera.zip

Mechanical Endstop clamping Y axis

Parts Downloads
Sujecion para ele final Y marco.PNG File:EjeY final carrera marco.zip
Sujecion para ele final Y base.PNG File:EjeY final carrera base.zip

Mechanical Endstop clamping Z axis

Part Downloads
Sujecion para final Z.PNG File:Eje Z final carrera.zip

Hot End security

Part Downloads
Seguridad Hot End.PNG File:Seguridad Hot end.zip

Tools

Part Downloads
Llave fija impresa render.PNG File:Llave fija impresa archivos.zip

LCD support

Part Downloads
Soporte LCD.PNG File:Soporte lcd.stl
Bisagra soporte LCD.PNG File:Bisagra lcd.stl

Fan support

Part Downloads
Soporte para el ventilador.PNG File:Soporte ventilador archivos.zip

Filament holder

Part Downloads
Soporte filamento derecha.PNG File:Soporte filamento derecha archivos.zip
Soporte filamento izquierda.PNG File:Soporte filamento izquierda archivos.zip
Soporte filamento union.PNG File:Soporte filamento union archivos.zip

Modified

X Axis carriage

The following changes have been made to the original carriage:
-Attachment to rewind Igus cable carrier at the top (above the bearings).
-Addition of a small cap to ensure contact with the limit of X axis (on the side, next to the linear bearing carriage below)
Original Modified
X Axis carriage (PowerCode) X Axis carriage (Hephestos)
Eje X Carro A Power CODE.PNG Eje X Carro A Hephestos.PNG
File:Eje X carro A archcivos.zip

Left side motor mounting for Z-Axis

-Incorporated coupling for cable carrier.
Original Modified
Left side motor mounting for Z-Axis (PowerCode) Left side motor mounting for Z-Axis (Hephestos)
Eje Z soporte inferior izquierdo Prusa i3.PNG Eje Z soporte inferior izquierdo Hephestos.PNG
File:I3-zbottom izq.stl File:Eje Z soporte inferior izquierda archivos.zip

End of the X Axis motor

Added support material to the screw which adjusts the Z axis height.
-The base has been elongated to reduced the clearance of the nut thereby preventing the screw from moving.
-The screw hole has been shifted outwards to improve accuracy in the mechanical Endstop activation.


Original Modified
X Axis left (PowerCode) X Axis left (Hephestos)
Eje X izquierda (Power CODE).PNG CaEje X izquierda(Hephestos).PNG
File:EjeX izquierda.zip

RAMPS support

Added three hooks. Each hook works by using cable ties to hold and collect all the cables connected to the RAMPS. By guiding the cables through the side and into the plate at the top left corner it facilitates cooling of drivers by not having cables directly above the heat sinks.
Original Modified
RAMPS support (Witbox) RAMPS support (Hephestos)
Soporte RAMPS witbox.PNG Soporte RAMPS hephestos.PNG
File:Suplemento RAMPS(original).stl File:Soporte RAMPS archivos.zip

Complete Kit

Complete Part Kit for Hephestos:

File:Piezas Hephestos.zip

Bill of Materials

Tools

Part Name Quantity Description


Llave Allen 2mm.png Allen key s/long Ø 2 UNIOR Ø 2 mm 1 -
Llave Allen 2,5mm.png Allen key s/long Ø 2.5 mm 1 -
Destornillador trimmer.PNG Ceramic screw driver trimmer for electronics. 1 Screwdriver for adjusting the current of the motor drivers step by step, bipolar Nema 17 and extruder.
Aguja acupuntura.png Precision needle 0.4 mm diameter 2 Required for maintaining the Hotend and removing blockages.
Llave fija impresa.png Printed spanner 10 (M6) - 13 (M8) - 17 (M10) 1 Printed spanner for nuts M6, M8 & M10 (corresponds to spanner size 10, 13, & 17)

Electronics

Part Name Quantity Description


RAMPS 1.4 bq.png Ramps 1.4 1 Freaduino Mega 2560 v1.2. Design based on Arduino Mega 2560 + Ramps 1.4, with heatsink on the MOSFET of the hot bed.
Stepsitck Drivers A4988.png Stepstick Drivers A4988 4 Stepstick Drivers A4988 with 4 layers and improved heat dissipation to avoid overheating & heatsinks for attached drivers.
Final de carrera PCB.png Endstop 3 Endstop mounted on PCB with LED indicator.
Panel de Control LCD.PNG LCD control panel 1 LCD control panel with card reader for automatic printing (SD card not included) and 30 cm cables.
Cable USB tipo B 1,8 metros.png USB cable (type B), 1.8 m. 1 Standard USB cable with male connectors (type A & B) 1.8 meters long.
Cable motor Nema 17.png Motor wire Nema 17 4 4 strand cable for bipolar stepping motor Nema 17 (2.5A 1.8deg/step) with female connector.
Cable para final de carrera.png Endstop wire 40 cm 2 3 strand cable for Endstop with female click connector (3pins) 40 cm long.
Cable para final de carrera.png Endstop wire 85 cm 1 3 strand cable for Endstop with female click connector (3pins) 85 cm long.
Motor Nema 17.png Motor Nema 17 4 Bipolar stepping motor Nema 17 (2.5A 1.8deg/step)
Kit de cables Extrusor.PNG Wiring kit for extruder (Motor wire Nema (with connector) + Thermistor wire with connector + Fan and blower wire + Heater cartridge) 1 Wiring kit for extruder (4 strand cable for bipolar stepping motor Nema 17 (2.5A 1.8deg/step) with connector JST XHP-6 & female 4 pin connector + 2 strand cable for extruder thermistor with female 2 pin connector + Crimped fan and blower wire with terminal sleeve + Cartridge heater cable with terminal sleeve.
150mm de cable flexible de dos hilos bicolor sección 1mm^2.png 150 mm of flexible wire with two bicolor strands with cross section of 1 mm² 1 150 mm of flexible wire with two bicolor strands with cross section of 1 mm².
Fuente 220 AC 12 DC 100W.png Power supply 220 AC 12 DC 100W 1 Power supply with 1.10m cable, 100 W with 2.1mm connector Jack INPUT: 100-240VAC 1,8A 50-60Hz & OUTPUT: 12 VDC 8.0A).
Cable fuente de alimentación.PNG Power Supply Cable (European) 1 Cable of 1,10m for 220V AC with Schuko connector (Male) & IEC-60320-C13 connector (Female).
Soporte LCD bq.png Printed support for lcd 1 Support to locate the LCD on the top part of the aluminium frame. Custom design.
Bisagra LCD bq.png Printed hinge for lcd support 1 Hinge for the LCD support located on the top part of the aluminium frame. Custom design.
Soporte para RAMPS.PNG Printed support for ramps 1 Support for isolating the electronics from the aluminium frame. Used in conjunction with 3 cable ties to organise the wiring. Custom design.
Soporte ventilador RAMPS.PNG Printed fan support 1 Support for 50x50mm fan. Located above the electronics to prevent overheating. Custom design.
Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 Class 8.8 Black 4 -
Tornillo M3x12.png M3x12 Screw - DIN-912 Class 8.8 Black 2 -
Tornillo M3x16.png M3x16 Screw - DIN-912 Class 8.8 Black 2 -
Tornillo M3x20.png M3x20 Screw - DIN-912 Class 8.8 Black 4 -
Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 12 -
Tubo termoretráctil.png Heat shrink tube 2.5 x 500 mm 1 -
Brida Negra.png Black cable tie 100 x 2.5 mm 10 -
Ventilador 50x50mm.png Brushless DC Cooling Fan - RD5010B12H with 20cm wire without connector 1 -
C05I070078.png Adapter/connector Jack-Ramps 1 Adaptor/connector Jack, 2.1mm, female with Ramps 1.4 2 terminal header.
Eslabón cadeneta recogecables Igus.png Plastic cable carrier chain link Igus 52 Link for constructing Igus cable carrier 045.10.018 (external measurements: 15 x 10mm)

Extruder

Part Name Quantity Description


Extrusor Witbox.png Witbox Extruder 1 Direct extruder for 1.75 mm filament with 0.4mm nozzle.
Soporte Extrusor Witbox.png Extruder support 1 -
Seguridad hot End.png Hot End safety guard (Hephestos) 1 User protection to avoid direct contact with hot extruder and prevent burns.
Tornillo M4x6.png M4 x 6mm Screw DIN-912 8.8 Class (with head for Allen 2.5mm) 2 -
Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2 -
Tornillo M3x12.png M3 x16 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1 -
Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 1 -

X Axis

Part Name Quantity Description


Varilla lisa cromada 8x370.png Chromed smooth rod 8 mm x 370 mm 2 -
Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 4 -
Tornillo M3x16.png M3x16 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2 -
Tornillo M3x20.png M3x20 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2 -
Tornillo M3x25.png M3x25 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1 -
Tornillo M6x40.png M6x40 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1 -
Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 7 -
Tuerca M5.png M5 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 2 -
Tuerca M6.png M6 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 3 -
Eje x Carro A.PNG X Axis Carriage A 1 X axis carriage to which the extruder attaches, adapted for use with chains. PowerCode modified.
Eje x Carro B.png X Axis Carriage B 1 Component for fixing the chain to the X axis carriage. Powercode
Polea rodamiento.png X Axis B623ZZ bearing Pulley 2 X axis pulley where the radial ball bearing B623ZZ is attached. PowerCode
Eje X derecha.png X Axis Right 1 Far right component of the X axis where the cable carrier tensioner is attached. PowerCode
Tensor rodamiento B623ZZ.png X Axis tensioner B623ZZ bearing 1 Chain tensioner for the X axis which is joined together with the pulley and axial ball bearing B623ZZ. PowerCode
Eje X Izquierda.png X Axis left 1 Far left component of X axis which is attached to motor Nema17 of said axis. PowerCode Modified.
Eje X acople cadenenta izquierda.png X Axis left chain coupling 1 Coupling for attaching the cable carrier to the far left component of the X axis. PowerCode
Eje X final de carrera.png X Axis Endstop (Hephestos) 1 Support part for the fixing of the Endstop to the smooth bar of the X axis. Custom Design.
Rodamiento axial de bolas B623ZZ.png B623ZZ axial ball bearing 1 -
Polea de 20 dientes para correa GT2.png GT2 pulley (20 teeth) 1 -
Rodamiento lineal de bolas LM8UU.png LM8UU Linear ball bearing 1 -
Brida Negra.png Black cable tie 100x2.5mm 1 -

Y Axis

Part Name Quantity Description
Varilla lisa cromada 8x370.png Chromed smooth rod 8mm x 340mm 2 -
Varillas roscada.png Black threaded rod M10x370mm 2 -
Varillas roscada.png Black threaded rod M8 x 205mm 4 -
Tornillo M3x10.png M3 x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 7 -
Tornillo M3x16.png M3 x16 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1 -
Tornillo M3x20.png M3 x20 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1 -
Tornillo M3x25.png M3 x25 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 6 -
Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 7 -
Tuerca M8.png M8 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 22 -
Tuerca M10.png M10 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 8 -
Arandela M8.png M8 Washer - DIN-125 Class 6 Black 22 -
Arandela M10.png M10 Washer - DIN-125 Class 6 Black 8 -
Tuerca serrado.png M10 serrated Nut - DIN 6923 Class 8 Black 4 -
Arandela Ala Ancha.png M10 Washer - DIN-125 Class 6 Black 4 -
Polea rodamiento.png Y Axis B623ZZ bearing Pulley 2 Y axis pulley where the radial ball bearing B623ZZ is attached. PowerCode
Eje Y sujeta correa.png Y Axis belt holder 1 Component for attaching the GT2 chain to Y axis. Prusa
Eje Y tensor rodamiento B623ZZ.png Y Axis tensioner B623ZZ bearing http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:68185 1 Chain tensioner for the Y axis which is joined together with the pulley and axial ball bearing B623ZZ. PowerCode
Eje Y motor.png Y Axis motor PowerCode 1 Component reinforced with 3 screws for attaching the Y axis Nema17 motor to the threaded rods. PowerCode
Eje Y esquina.png Y Axis Corner 1 Corner component for constructing the base and Y axis structure. PowerCode
Eje Y final carrera base.png Y Axis base Endstop (Hephestos) 1 Component attached to the base of the Y axis which includes an M3 screw & nut for regulating the total shaft travel. It works in conjunction with the part that holds the Endstop to the frame. Custom Design.
Eje Y final de carrera marco.png Y Axis frame Endstop (Hephestos) 1 Component for attaching the Y axis Endstop to the frame. Works in conjunction with the Y axis base Endstop. Custom Design.
Polea de 20 dientes para correa GT2.png GT2 pulley (20 teeth) 1 -
Rodamiento lineal de bolas LM8UU.png LM8UU Linear bearing 3 -
Brida Negra.png Black cable tie 100x2.5mm 11 -
Correa GT2 6mmx1m.png GT2 belt 6mmx1m 1 -
Base y marco i3.png Aluminium Base 1 Black powder coated aluminium base for mounting glass and acrylic.
Base de metacrilato.png Acrylic base 1 Acrylic base 220x220x8mm in black with 3.5mm holes
Rodamiento axial de bolas B623ZZ.png B623ZZ axial ball bearing 1 -
Muele base.png Spring 4 Spring (length: 30,5mm ; Outside diameter: 4,5mm; Wire thickness: 0.45mm)
C05I070083.png Glass Plate 220x220x3mm 1 -
Binder Clip Negro (35x10mm).png Black Binder Clip (35x10mm) 4 -
Brida Negra.png Black cable tie 100x2.5mm 11 -

Z Axis

Part Name Quantity Description
Varilla lisa cromada 8x370.png Chromed smooth rod 8mm x 320mm 2 -
Varillas roscada.png Black threaded rod M5x300mm 2 -
Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 16 -
Tornillo M3x18.PNG M3 x18 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2 -
Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 2 -
Eje Z soporte superior.png Z Axis top support PowerCode 1 Component for attaching the Ø8mm x 320mm smooth rods of the Z axis to the top part of the frame.
Eje Z soporte inferior derecha.png Z Axis bottom right support 1 Component for fixing the right hand Nema17 motor to the frame. Includes sleeve for the Ø8mm x 320mm smooth rod. PowerCode
Eje Z final de carrera.png Z Axis Endstop (Hephestos) 1 Component for the attachment of the Endstop to the smooth rods of the Z axis.
Eje Z soporte inferior izquierda.png Z Axis bottom left support PowerCode modified 1 Component for fixing the left hand Nema17 motor to the frame. Includes sleeve for the Ø8mm x 320mm smooth rod and attachment for the cable carrier. PowerCode Modified
Acoplamiento flexible de aluminio de 5 a 5 mm.png Flexible coupling 2 Flexible coupling for aluminium 5 to 5mm with 4 grub screws for adjusting the rods via a 2mm allen key.
Base y marco i3.png Black aluminium frame 1 Black powder coated aluminium frame with "Prusa i3" Machined into the top part. Includes recess area in the bottom part near the Y axis to stop possible interference once the base levelling process has been completed.

Assembly Guide

Required tools not included in the BOM

Part Picture
Soldador y estaño.png Solder Iron and Solder
Mordaza.png Vice
Lima metal.png Metal file
Tijeras.png Scissors

Preparation before assembly

Prepare pulleys

Materials Needed:
Part Name Quantity
Rodamiento axial de bolas B623ZZ.png 623ZZ Ball bearing       1
Polea rodamiento.png X and Y Axis Pulley bearing B623ZZ       2
Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Preparation of the motors

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Motor Nema 17.png Motor Nema 17       4
    Lima metal.png Metal file       1
    Mordaza.png Vice       1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Embed nuts

    Materials Needed:
    Picure Name
    Soldador.png Solder Iron
    Tensor rodamiento B623ZZ.png Part
    - Nut
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Step F

  • Parts to be embed with nut:
    Picture Detail Picture Name Description Nut Quantity
    Eje X derecha.png Code Xend Idler A M6 TUERCA M5.png X Axis Right Far right component of X axis which holds chain tensioner for X axis. M5 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 1
    Eje X Izquierda.png Code Xend Motor Tornillo modificadoV2 TUERCA M3.png X Axis left Far left component of X axis used to attach the Nema17 motor to the X axis. M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 1
    Eje X Izquierda.png Code Xend Motor Tornillo modificadoV2 TUERCA M5.png X Axis left Far left component of X axis used to attach the Nema17 motor to the X axis. M5 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 1
    Tensor rodamiento B623ZZ.png Code Xend Idler B 623 M6 TUERCA M3.png X Axis tensioner Chain tensioner for the X axis which is joined together with the pulley and axial ball bearing B623ZZ. PowerCode M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 1
    Eje Y tensor rodamiento B623ZZ.png Y-idler-tensioner3-3mm TUERCA M3.png Y Axis tensioner Chain tensioner for the Y axis which is joined together with the pulley and axial ball bearing B623ZZ. PowerCode M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 1
    Eje x Carro A.PNG CarroX con cadeneta girado TUERCA M3.png X Axis Carriage A X axis carriage to which the extruder attaches, adapted for use with chains. PowerCode modified. M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 2
    Soporte ventilador RAMPS.PNG Soporte ventilador Tuerca M3.PNG Fan support Support for 50x50mm fan. Located above the electronics to prevent overheating. Custom design. M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 2
    Soporte ventilador RAMPS.PNG Soporte ventilador girado 2 TUERCA M3.png Fan support Support for 50x50mm fan. Located above the electronics to prevent overheating. Custom design. M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 2
    Y EndStop base.png Y EndStop base TUERCA M3.png Y Axis base Endstop Component attached to the base of the Y axis which includes an M3 screw & nut for regulating the total shaft travel. It works in conjunction with the part that holds the Endstop to the frame. Custom Design. M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 1
    Seguridad hot End.png Seguridad Hot End embutir.PNG Hot End Safety Guard User protection to avoid direct contact with hot extruder and prevent burns. M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 1

    Preparation of motor cables

    Materials Needed:
    Picture Name Quantity
    Motor Nema 17.png Motor Nema 17 4
    Cable motor Nema 17.png Motor Nema wire 17 4
    Soldador y estaño.png Solder Iron and Solder 1
    Tubo termoretráctil.png Heat shrink tube 2.5 x 500 mm 1
    Cable length (from base of engine to end of connector)
    Motor Total length (cm) Motor length (cm) Extesnion lenght(cm)
    X 85 30 55
    Y 50 20 30
    Z Right 45 15 30
    Z Left 65 30 35
    Note: Cut four parts of the heat shrink tubing for the Motor wire to 2cm long.
    Note: Prepare motors of X and Y axis before mounting the engines, and the Prusa Z Axis, after mounting.
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Step F

  • Step G

  • Step H

  • Step I

  • Step J

  • Note: Before soldering the cables of Z axis motors, pass the bare wire through the motor hole.
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Power supply cable preparation

    Materials Needed:
    Picture Name Quantity
    Tijeras.png Scissors 1
    C05I070078.png Adapter/connector Jack-Ramps 1
    Fuente 220 AC 12 DC 100W.png Power supply 220 AC 12 DC 100W 1
    150mm de cable flexible de dos hilos bicolor sección 1mm^2.png 150 mm flexible 2 colour wire (1 mm²) 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Step F

  • Step G

  • Axis assembly

    X Axis

    Bearing Assembly

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Description Quantity
    Rodamiento lineal de bolas LM8UU.png LM8UU Linear ball bearing - 4
    Eje X Izquierda.png X Axis left Far left component of X axis which is attached to motor Nema17 of said axis. PowerCode Modified. 1
    Eje X derecha.png X Axis Right Far right component of the X axis where the cable carrier tensioner is attached. PowerCode 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Prepare the X Axis tensioner

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Description Quantity
    Tensor rodamiento B623ZZ.png X Axis tensioner B623ZZ bearing Chain tensioner for the X axis which is joined together with the pulley and axial ball bearing B623ZZ. PowerCode 1
    Preprarar poleas D.png Pulley Previously prepared bearing pulley 1
    Tornillo M3x20.png M3x20 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black - 1
    Tornillo M6x40.png M6x40 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black - 1


    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Enter the X Axis tensioner

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje X-Paso 1 C.png Assembly step 1 1
    Eje X-Paso 2 D.png Assembly step 2 1
    Tuerca M6.png M6 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 3
    The objective of the tensioner is to load or unload the chain easily once installed.
    Note: It is necessary to sand/file the parts. The tensioner should slide perfectly into the part that holds it.
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Note: The two nuts at the end are to be tightened together. Use a nut wrench on the adjacent nut to assist. This way you can ensure that the nuts are securely fitted to the screw. Now by using the wrench as shown in the picture, crank the tensioner to the side to achieve the required tension when fitting the belt.
  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Step F

  • Note: Use the nut wrench when fitting and tightening the nuts on the screw.

    Assembly of bearings on smooth rods

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Varilla lisa cromada 8x370.png Chromed smooth rod Ø 8mm x 370mm 2
    Rodamiento lineal de bolas LM8UU.png LM8UU Linear bearing 3


    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Prepare the X Axis Endstop sensor

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje X final de carrera.png X Axis Endstop 1
    Final de carrera PCB.png Endstop 1
    Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 2
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2


    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Fit the X Axis Endstop sensor to the smooth rod

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje X-Paso 4 B.png Assembly step 4 1
    Eje X-Paso 5 B.png Assembly step 5 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Assemble the smooth rod into the side parts

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje X Izquierda.png Assembly step 1 1
    Eje X-Paso 3 D.PNG Assembly step 3 1
    Eje X-Paso 4 B.png Assembly step 6 2
    Assembly:
    The length of the rod between the side parts (when assembled) should be approximately 31 cm.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Mount the X Axis motor

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Motor Nema 17.png Motor Nema 17 1
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2
    Tornillo M3x16.png M3x16 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2
    Eje X-Paso 7 C.png Assembly step 7 1
    Eje X acople cadenenta izquierda.png X Axis left thread chain coupling 1
    Assembly:
    Note: Mount the motor with the cable at the top.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Assemble the adjustment screw for the X Axis Endstop

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje X-Paso 8 C.png Assembly step 8 8
    Tornillo M3x25.png M3x25 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Assemble the pulley onto the X Axis motor

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Motor Nema 17.png Motor Nema 17 1
    Polea de 20 dientes para correa GT2.png GT2 pulley (20 theet) 1
    Assembly:
    Note: Use the 2mm Allen wrench to tighten the pulley to the motor axis via the chamfered area.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Z Axis

    Attach the motor support to the frame

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Z soporte inferior derecha.png Z Axis right bottom support 1
    Eje Z soporte inferior izquierda.png Z Axis left bottom support 1
    Marco negro.png Black aluminum frame 1
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 6

    Note: Make sure to check that the smooth rods fit into the holes on the brackets and file the holes if necessary.

    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Attach the Z axis motors

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Motor Nema 17.png Motor Nema 17 2
    Eje Z-Paso 1 B.png Assembly step 1 1
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 6
    Assembly:

    Note: Align the motor cable towards the frame

  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Attach the Z axis supports to the top of the frame

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Marco negro.png Black aluminum frame 1
    Eje Z soporte superior.png Z Axis top support 2
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2
    Tornillo M3x18.PNG M3x18 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2
    Assembly:

    Note: The support holes will need to be lightly sanded. The longer screws go into the left side and will be used to also attach the LCD mount later.

  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Prepare the Z Axis Endstop

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Final de carrera PCB.png Endstop 1
    Eje Z final de carrera.png Z Axis Endstop 1
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2
    Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 2
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Join X Axis with Z Axis: Insert threaded rods

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje X hephestos.png X Axis 1
    Varilla roscada M5x300mm.png Black threaded rod M5x300mm 2
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • UJoin X Axis with Z Axis: Insert smooth rod

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Z-Paso 3 C.png Eje Z-Paso 2 B.png Assembly step 2 and 3 1
    Varilla lisa cromada 8mm x 320mm.png Chromed smooth rod 8mm x 320mm 2
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Join X Axis with Z Axis: Assembly to X axis:

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Z-Paso 6 B.png Assembly step 6 1
    Eje Z paso 5.PNG Assembly step 5 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Join X Axis with Z Axis: Flexible coupling

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Z-Paso 8 A.png Assembly step 7 1
    Acoplamiento flexible de aluminio de 5 a 5 mm.png Flexible coupling aluminum 5 to 5 mm 2
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Union X Axis with Z Axis: Z Axis Endstop sensor

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Z-Paso 8 A.png Assembly step 8 1
    Eje Z-Paso 4 C.png Assembly step 4 1
    Assembly:
    Note: Using glue for plastics join the the assembly in Step 4 to the motor bracket.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Y Axis

    Preparation of M10 threaded rod

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Varillas roscada.png Black threaded rod M10x370mm 2
    Tuerca M10.png M10 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 4
    Arandela M10.png M10 Washer - DIN-125 Class 6 Black 4
    Arandela Ala Ancha.png M10 Washer -(Ø 30 mm) DIN-9021 Black 4
    Tuerca serrado.png M10 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 4
    Assembly:


  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Preparation of smooth rods

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Varilla lisa cromada 8x370.png Chromed smooth rod Ø 8mm x 340mm 2
    Rodamiento lineal de bolas LM8UU.png LM8UU Linear bearing 3
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Assembly of smooth rods with threaded rods

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Y esquina.png Y Axis Corner 4
    Eje Y-Paso 1 B.png Assembly step 1 1
    Eje Y-Paso 2 B.png Assembly step 2 1
    Assembly:


  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Secure with nuts

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Tuerca M10.png M10 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 4
    Arandela M10.png M10 Washer - DIN-125 Class 6 Black 4
    Assembly:


  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Secure with cable ties

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Bridas negras 100x2,5mm x4.png Black cable tie 100x2.5mm 4
    Assembly:


  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Preparation of Y Axis tensioner

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Preprarar poleas D.png Pulley 1
    Eje Y tensor rodamiento B623ZZ.png Y Axis tensor B623ZZ bearing 1
    Tornillo M3x20.png M3 x20 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1
    Tornillo M3x25.png M3 x25 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1
    Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 2
    Assembly:

    Note: The 25 mm screw is used as shaft for the pulley and the 20mm screw for the tensioner.

  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Preparation of Y Axis motor

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Motor Nema 17.png Motor Nema 17 1
    Eje Y motor.png Y Axis motor mount 1
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3 x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 3
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Preparation of the M8 threaded rods - Part 1

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Varillas roscada.png Black threaded rod M8 x 205mm 4
    Arandela M8.png M8 Washer - DIN-125 Class 6 Black 6
    Tuerca M8.png M8 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 6
    Eje Y-Paso 6 B.png Assembly step 6 1
    Eje Y-Paso 7 B.png Assembly step 7 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Preparation of the M8 threaded rods - Part 2

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Arandela M8.png M8 Washer - DIN-125 Class 6 Black 8
    Tuerca M8.png M8 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 8
    Eje Y-Paso 8 B.png Assembly step 8 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Assembly of the rods

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Y-Paso 4 B.png Assembly step 5 1
    Eje Y-Paso 9 A.png Assembly step 9 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Secure the structure with nuts

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Tuerca M8.png M8 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 8
    Arandela M8.png M8 Washer - DIN-125 Class 6 Black 8
    Eje Y-Paso 10 B.png Assembly step 10 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step B

  • Preparation of the aluminum base

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Base de aluminio.png Aluminum base 1
    Eje Y sujeta correa.png Y Axis belt holder 1
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3 x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Secure the aluminium base with cable ties

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Y-Paso 11 B.png Assembly step 11 1
    Eje Y-Paso 12 B.PNG Assembly step 12 1
    Brida Negra.png Black cable tie 100x2.5mm 3
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Step F

  • Step G

  • Step H

  • Prepare the Endstop of the base

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Y final carrera base.png Y Axis Endstop 1
    Tornillo M3x25.png M3 x25 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Secure the Endstop to the base

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Y-Paso 13 H.png Assembly step 13 1
    Eje Y-Paso 14 B.png Assembly step 14 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Attach the belt of the Axis Y

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Correa GT2 6mmx1m.png GT2 belt 6mmx1m 1
    Polea de 20 dientes para correa GT2.png GT2 pulley (20 theet) 1
    Brida Negra.png Black cable tie 100 x 2.5 mm 4
    Assembly:
    Note: Rotate the assembly
    Note: Tighten the pulley using the 2mm Allen key
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Note: Turn screw anticlockwise to slacken the tensioner
  • Step E

  • Step F

  • Step G

  • Step H

  • Step I

  • Step J

  • Step K

  • Step L

  • Note: Align belt
  • Step M

  • Step N

  • Step Ñ

  • Step O

  • Note: Tighten the belt by turning the screw clockwise.

    Tighten all nuts

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Llave fija impresa.png Printed spanner 10 (M6) - 13 (M8) - 17 (M10) 1
    Assembly:
    Note: It may be necessary to file the burrs slightly so the spanner works easily.
  • Step A

  • Attach the acrylic base

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Base de metacrilato.png Acrylic base 220x220x8mm holes 3.5mm 1
    Tornillo M3x25.png M3 x25 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 4
    Muele base.png Spring (long: 30,5mm ; Outside diameter: 4,5mm; Wire thickness: 0.45mm) 4
    Assembly:
    Note: It may be necessary to file the burrs slightly.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Prepare the Y Axis Endstop

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Y final de carrera marco.png Y Axis Endstop 1
    Final de carrera PCB.png Endstop 1
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2
    Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 2
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Secure the Y Axis Endstop to the frame

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Y-Paso 19 B.png Assembly step 19 1
    Marco negro.png Black aluminum frame 1
    Tornillo M3x16.png M3x16 Screw - DIN-912 Class 8.8 Black 1
    Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Step E

  • join Y Axis with the X and Z axes: Attach axes

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Y-Paso 18 C.png Y Axis 1
    EjeXZ.png XZ Axis 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • join Y Axis with the X and Z axes: Fit and tighten nuts

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje Y-Paso 21 B.png Assembly step21 1
    Llave fija impresa.png Printed spanner 10 (M6) - 13 (M8) - 17 (M10) 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Extruder

    Prepare the carriage

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Eje x Carro A.PNG X Axis Carriage A 1
    Eje x Carro B.png X Axis Carriage B 1
    Tornillo M3x20.png M3x20 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1
    Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Attach the carriage to the X axis

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Extrusor-Paso 1 B.png Assembly step 1 1
    Eje Y-Paso 21 B.png Prusa 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Secure the carriage with a cable tie

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Extrusor-Paso 2 B.png Assembly step 2 1
    Brida Negra.png Black cable tie 100 x 2.5 mm 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Fit the belt to the X Axis

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Correa GT2 6mmx1m.png GT2 belt 6mmx1m 1
    Extrusor-Paso 3 E.png Assembly step 3 1
    Brida Negra.png Black cable tie 100 x 2.5 mm 4
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Step F

  • Mount the Extruder support

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Soporte Extrusor Witbox.png Extruder support 1
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Mount the extruder

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Extrusor Witbox.png Witbox Extruder 1
    Tornillo M4x6.png M4 x 6mm Screw DIN-912 8.8 Class (with head for Allen 2.5mm) 2
    Assembly:


    Note: During this step it is necessary to remove the nozzle of the blower.
    Note: Secure the extruder with screws.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Fit the blower nozzle and Hot end safety guard

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Tornillo M3x20.png M3x20 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 1
    Tobera.png Blower nozzle of the Witbox extruder 1
    Seguridad hot End.png Hot End security guard 1
    Assembly:
    Note: The Hot end security guard is an optional part and not necessary for the printer to work correctly, but its use is highly recommended to avoid burns.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Place the glass on the base

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    C05I070083.png Glass plate 220x220x3mm 1
    Binder Clip Negro (35x10mm).png Black Binder Clip (35x10mm) 4
    Assembly:


  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Electronic

    Place the RAMPS 1.4

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity


    RAMPS 1.4 bq.png RAMPS 1.4 1
    Tornillo M3x20.png M3x20 Screw - DIN-912 Class 8.8 Black 2
    Soporte para RAMPS.PNG Printed support for ramps 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Prepare the LCD control panel

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity


    Panel de Control LCD.PNG LCD control panel 1
    Soporte LCD bq.png Printed support for lcd 2
    Bisagra LCD bq.png Printed hinge for lcd 1
    Tornillo M3x10.png M3x10 Screw - DIN-912 Class 8.8 Black 4
    Tornillo M3x20.png M3x20 Screw - DIN-912 Class 8.8 Black 2
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Mount the LCD control panel on the frame

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity


    Electrónica-Paso 2 D.png Assembly step 2 1
    Tuerca M3.png M3 Nut - DIN 934 Class 8 Black 2
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Tuck the wires into the X Axis cable carrier

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity


    Cadeneta.png 25 link cable carrier 1
    Cadeneta.png 27 link cable carrier 1
    Kit de cables Extrusor.PNG Wiring kit for extruder (Motor wire Nema (with connector) + Thermistor wire with connector + Fan and blower wire + Heater cartridge) 1
    Assembly:
    Note: Introduce the wires individually
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Place the X Axis cable carrier

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity


    Electrónica-Paso 5 A.png X Axis cable carrier chain with wires 1
    Assembly:
    Note: The 25 link cable carrier joins the X Axis carriage at the far left of the X Axis.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Step F

  • Introduce the Z Axis wires in to the Z Axis cable carrier.

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Electrónica-Paso 5 F.png Assembly step 5 1
    Cable para final de carrera.png EndStop wire with click and female connector 85 cm 1
    Assembly:
    Note: Tuck the wires for the X axis motor and Endstop into the Z axis cable carrier.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Note: The 27 link cable carrier joins the left hand X Axis to the Z Axis bottom left support.
  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Prepare the fan

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity


    Ventilador 50x50mm.png Fan 50 x 50 mm 1
    Soporte ventilador RAMPS.PNG Printed support for fan 1
    Tornillo M3x16.png M3 x16 Screw - DIN-912 8.8 Class Black 2
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Wiring and cable routing

    Cable connection diagram

    Diagrama conexionado Prusa i3 v03.jpg


    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity


    Brida Negra.png Black cable tie 100 x 2.5 mm 11
    Preparación del cable de la fuente G.png Power supply wire 1
    Cable para final de carrera.png EndStop wire with click and female connector 40 cm 2
    Extruder wiring
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Note: Use a cable tie with the extruder wires.
  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Motors cable routing
    Note: Use a cable tie with the motors wires.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Endstop cable routing
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • RAMPS Wiring and cable routing
    Note: Use the cable ties with the wires.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Note: Guide the cables through the printed part that holds the RAMPS and secure them with the cable ties.
    Note: Connect the clamp plate, fan cables and power supply.
  • Step D

  • Step E

  • Step F

  • Attach the fan

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity


    Electrónica-Paso 8 B.png Assembly step 8 1
    Tornillo M3x12.png M3x12 Screw - DIN-912 Class 8.8 Black 2
    Assembly:
    Note: Disconnect the Ramps LCD control panel before securing the fan and pull it through the hole in the work piece.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Mount the filament holder to the frame

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity


    Soporte rollos.png Filament holder 1
    Assembly:
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Printer adjustments

    Z Axis adjustment

    Before printing with your printer you must calibrate the screw that adjusts the height of the Z axis so that the extruder is at the correct height relative to the base. To do this, follow these steps:
    -Level the ends of the X Axis to the same height. Thread each axis manually until both are at the same height.
  • Step A

  • -Tighten the set screw as much as possible without excess force to the printed parts.
  • Step B

  • -Using the LCD control panel bring the extruder to the home position.
    Control > Move Axis > Auto home
  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Note: Make sure that the Endstop sensors are being activated correctly by their respective axes.
    -Set the position of the endstop sensor adjustment screws and repeat the previous step (bringing the Z axis to home position).
  • Step E

  • -If the adjustment isn't correct, repeat the previous step.
  • Step F

  • Levelling the plate

    Once Z Axis is adjusted, it is necessary to level the plate.
    Using the LCD control panel, start the levelling program.
    Control > Level plate
    The program moves the extruder to four points of the base, where you must adjust the screws on each corner, so that you can just pass a sheet of paper between the extruder nozzle and glass. There should be a slight feeling of resistance produced by the extruder pressing the paper down onto the glass plate.
  • Step A

  • Step B

  • Step C

  • Step D

  • Hot End obstruction

    If a blockage occurs in the Hot-End, follow the next step:
    You must heat the Hot End to 220 °C and insert the 0.4 mm needle into the nozzle until you see it come out the other end. Afterwards you must clean the needle of any plastic which may have stuck to it.


  • Step A


  • Hello world: Your first print

    If you followed all steps of this manual, you should have your Prusa i3 Hephestos ready to do its first print!
    First you need to find a 3D design in .stl format for printing. Then you need to slice the chosen 3D design. For this, you can follow our guides of the most common used programs.
    Slic3r guide: https://www-cdn.bq.com/file/Witbox/Manual_Slic3r_EN.pdf
    Repetier-Host guide: https://www-cdn.bq.com/file/Witbox/Manual_Repetier_EN.pdf
    Cura 3D guide: https://www-cdn.bq.com/file/Witbox/Manual_Cura_EN.pdf
    Note: Remember that Prusa i3 Hephestos printing area is 215x210x180 mm.


    Once you have the g-code file, save the file on an SD card. Insert the SD card into the LCD control panel slot. In the main menu select "Print from SD". Now select your g-code file. The printer will start automatically. You can view the progress of the part and the extrusion temperature on the LCD panel of the printer. When printing is completed, remove the glass base by removing the clamps. With the base resting on a table, remove the parts by pulling on them firmly.
    You need to apply hairspray to the glass for better adhesion of parts!

    Annex

    Firmware

    Follow the next steps to update the firmware:

    1. Download the firmware. In the RepRap wiki you can find a entire list of available firmwares:

       Link: http://reprap.org/wiki/List_of_Firmware
    

    2. Here are some of the most popular firmwares and our modification of Marlin:

           Marlin: http://reprap.org/wiki/Marlin
           Sprinter: http://reprap.org/wiki/Sprinter
           Marlin Hephestos: File:Marlin Hephestos.zip
    

    3. Download and install the Arduino software from their main site:

            Link: http://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software
    

    4. Inside of the firmware folder, you must open the .ino file with the Arduino IDE.

    5. Once open, a tab called "configuration.h" will appear. In this file you can configure the parameters of your printer.

    6. When you complete configuration, upload the program by selecting "Arduino Mega" from the list of boards and clicking the upload button.

    Drivers calibration

    Materials Needed:
    Part Name Quantity
    Motor Nema 17.png Motor Nema 17 2
    Final de carrera PCB.png Endstop 1
    Extrusor Witbox.png Witbox Extruder 1
    RAMPS 1.4 bq.png Ramps 1.4 1
    Fuente 220 AC 12 DC 100W.png Power supply 220 AC 12 DC 100W 1
    Polimetro.png Multimeter 1
    Destornillador trimmer.PNG Ceramic screw trimmer f 1
    Clemas.png Clema 1
    Cable USB tipo B 1,8 metros.png Cable USB tipy B de 1.8 meters 1
    - Computer with Pronterface 1

    This step must be repeated with all drivers, you will need two motors for Z Axis driver calibration.


    Intensity for each Driver:
    Driver Intensity (mA)
    X Axis 250
    Y Axis 250
    Z Axis 450
    Extruder 680
    Arduino with RAMPS aprox. 74 (not regulable)

    Wiring

    It is necessary to connect one endstop sensor and thermistor, because of firmware firewalls.

    Multimeter preparation

    Connect the multimeter in serial connection between Arduino and power supply. Put multimeter in intensity measurement mode.

    Multimeter adjustment

    Connect the Arduino Mega to the computer. The flowing current is 74 mA approximately (this may differ between plates). Open Pronterface, select the correct port and connect to Arduino.

    You must move the motor using Pronterface interface. Measure the current and regulate this using the Ceramic screw trimmer together with the mulitmeter. The current should be set to the sum of the current circulating in the PCBA and the current in the motor. For example, in X Axis current must be 74 mA + 250 mA = 324 mA.

    Pre-heat or send the M302 command for completing the extruder calibration.

    Arduino needs to be reset before calibrating the next driver.

    Pronterface download link: http://reprap.org/wiki/Printrun