Sethmo's Smartrap Core Build v1.0
Posted by sethmo
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Sethmo's Smartrap Core Build v1.0 May 06, 2015 11:56AM |
I currently have a Makibox which I have upgraded enough over the past year to get good results, so I am using it to print out all the printed parts for the Smartcore. The plant is to build a 200x200x300 Smartcore with new parts, then work on a second larger smartcore using my current Makibox parts(D8 board, E3dv6 hotend, stepper motors, end stops, ect). I would like to make my second printer out of acrylic, but will have to see how that plays out.
This is my working BOM:
[docs.google.com]
Most parts ordered from eBay so far:
[i.imgur.com]
My first Smartcore will be spec'ed as below:
Build Size: Width 200; Height 300; Depth 200;
Chassis:
1/2" Birch plywood
Right: 322x440
Back: 365x440
Bottom: 365x440
Smooth Rods 8mm:
X: 2x255
Y: 2x265
Z: 2x410
First printed parts:
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/06/2015 12:46PM by sethmo.
This is my working BOM:
[docs.google.com]
Most parts ordered from eBay so far:
[i.imgur.com]
My first Smartcore will be spec'ed as below:
Build Size: Width 200; Height 300; Depth 200;
Chassis:
1/2" Birch plywood
Right: 322x440
Back: 365x440
Bottom: 365x440
Smooth Rods 8mm:
X: 2x255
Y: 2x265
Z: 2x410
First printed parts:
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/06/2015 12:46PM by sethmo.
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Re: Sethmo's Smartrap Core Build v1.0 May 08, 2015 08:33AM |
Slow progress, ran into some clogging issues with my current printer. Hopefully I can get it cleared up tonight, I only havery a few parts left to print.
I couldn't find any 1/2"mdf at my local lumber yard so I am going to make a trip to Lowes today so I can get the chassis built this weekend.
The new bed is almost as big as my old printer!
Some parts layed out.
Hotend parts.
Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 05/08/2015 08:37AM by sethmo.
I couldn't find any 1/2"mdf at my local lumber yard so I am going to make a trip to Lowes today so I can get the chassis built this weekend.
The new bed is almost as big as my old printer!
Some parts layed out.
Hotend parts.
Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 05/08/2015 08:37AM by sethmo.
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Re: Sethmo's Smartrap Core Build v1.0 May 08, 2015 09:41AM |
I guess I am your stereotypical American tool lover. I have a 24ftx30ft garage workshop with table saw with outfeed table, miter saw, bandsaw, and plenty of other power and hand tools, but if Lowes doesn't have any 2ftx4ft MDF sheets, I will have them cut a full sheet down for me. Lowes does have a panel saw, but their blade is always dull and does not give the best cuts.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/08/2015 09:44AM by sethmo.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/08/2015 09:44AM by sethmo.
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Re: Sethmo's Smartrap Core Build v1.0 May 09, 2015 08:49AM |
Still having problems with my Makibox. I need to reprint the Z slide or file down the inside of the bearing holders so the bearings fit better.
I just cut the smooth rods and test fit:
(I Know my Z axis is upside down
)
I am going to pick up my MDF today, so hopefully I can get a chassis together by tomorrow and test fit all my pieces.
Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 05/09/2015 08:55AM by sethmo.
I just cut the smooth rods and test fit:
(I Know my Z axis is upside down
)
I am going to pick up my MDF today, so hopefully I can get a chassis together by tomorrow and test fit all my pieces.
Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 05/09/2015 08:55AM by sethmo.
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Re: Sethmo's Smartrap Core Build v1.0 May 11, 2015 02:28PM |
I hate my Makibox printer so much. It seems like it will print great for a little while, then all of a sudden I get slop in the X-axis and it under extrudes even though it is calibrated and has a new nozzle.
I printed the new Z slide yesterday, although it is an ugly print, it should get me by for right now. I am going to work on finishing up my cuts for the chassis and assemble it tonight. Might start on some wiring too.
I really want to be done with my Makibox, it causes me so much frustration lol! Once I get my Smartcore built, I will reprint all the new v1.2 pieces and try them out.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/11/2015 02:32PM by sethmo.
I printed the new Z slide yesterday, although it is an ugly print, it should get me by for right now. I am going to work on finishing up my cuts for the chassis and assemble it tonight. Might start on some wiring too.
I really want to be done with my Makibox, it causes me so much frustration lol! Once I get my Smartcore built, I will reprint all the new v1.2 pieces and try them out.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/11/2015 02:32PM by sethmo.
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Re: Sethmo's Smartrap Core Build v1.0 May 11, 2015 06:34PM |
sorry for the update now. I know it's always anoying to print those big plates and see a new version coming out !
For the info, i have 4 smartrapcore working in production with the 1.0.1 and it works well. This new version is just a normal evolution to make it more stable and easier to build . It's not that important to start with 101 or 1.2 , it will work anyway.
there will be other updates and the trick is to start with "some" version and update later when we feel it's important ( usually when something doesn't work well ) .
That's why we keep desiging with printed parts
the Smartrap project
[smartfriendz.com]
[www.thingiverse.com]
[reprap.org]
[github.com]
doc assemblage: [reprap.org]
NEW: Forum smartfriendz: [smartraptalk.smartfriendz.com]
For the info, i have 4 smartrapcore working in production with the 1.0.1 and it works well. This new version is just a normal evolution to make it more stable and easier to build . It's not that important to start with 101 or 1.2 , it will work anyway.
there will be other updates and the trick is to start with "some" version and update later when we feel it's important ( usually when something doesn't work well ) .
That's why we keep desiging with printed parts
the Smartrap project
[smartfriendz.com]
[www.thingiverse.com]
[reprap.org]
[github.com]
doc assemblage: [reprap.org]
NEW: Forum smartfriendz: [smartraptalk.smartfriendz.com]
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Re: Sethmo's Smartrap Core Build v1.0 May 12, 2015 09:02AM |
I appreciate the continuous updates on projects like these! I had to reprint my MotoryXY and Bearing pieces as I printed them for 12mm walls and my 1/2 walls are really 12.8. Printing them with the 13mm walls got them close enough.
I ended up getting my chassis together last night. I am going to put a small brace across the top front to help close and square it up. I also for some reason made the whole thing too tall, so I need to cut about an 1-1/2" off the top, shouldn't be too bad.I was thinking about adding about 6" to the whole thing and adding a floor so I would have an enclosed space for the electronics, but I decided to keep it simple.
Going to finish up the v1.2 pieces today, test fit them, and then start wiring tonight.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/12/2015 09:34AM by sethmo.
I ended up getting my chassis together last night. I am going to put a small brace across the top front to help close and square it up. I also for some reason made the whole thing too tall, so I need to cut about an 1-1/2" off the top, shouldn't be too bad.I was thinking about adding about 6" to the whole thing and adding a floor so I would have an enclosed space for the electronics, but I decided to keep it simple.
Going to finish up the v1.2 pieces today, test fit them, and then start wiring tonight.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/12/2015 09:34AM by sethmo.
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Re: Sethmo's Smartrap Core Build v1.0 May 12, 2015 01:57PM |
thank you
the big win with the 1.2 are the Zslide more stale ( but still, i think it will be updated again later ) , and the new head in one piece. The two parts head was a good idea at start but had problem when you assembled the all head .. it was forcing on the bearings ( three parts assembly).
Yes, we never stop
a good design will take something like 6 or iterations before to be really good , i've learned that with the smartrap.
the Smartrap project
[smartfriendz.com]
[www.thingiverse.com]
[reprap.org]
[github.com]
doc assemblage: [reprap.org]
NEW: Forum smartfriendz: [smartraptalk.smartfriendz.com]
the big win with the 1.2 are the Zslide more stale ( but still, i think it will be updated again later ) , and the new head in one piece. The two parts head was a good idea at start but had problem when you assembled the all head .. it was forcing on the bearings ( three parts assembly).
Yes, we never stop
a good design will take something like 6 or iterations before to be really good , i've learned that with the smartrap.
the Smartrap project
[smartfriendz.com]
[www.thingiverse.com]
[reprap.org]
[github.com]
doc assemblage: [reprap.org]
NEW: Forum smartfriendz: [smartraptalk.smartfriendz.com]
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Re: Sethmo's Smartrap Core Build v1.0 May 13, 2015 05:18AM |
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sethmo
I ended up getting my chassis together last night. I am going to put a small brace across the top front to help close and square it up. I also for some reason made the whole thing too tall, so I need to cut about an 1-1/2" off the top, shouldn't be too bad.I was thinking about adding about 6" to the whole thing and adding a floor so I would have an enclosed space for the electronics, but I decided to keep it simple.
Lol, you 're describing my box
I 've built it exactly like this back in December (or was it November?), when I was first aware of smartcore's existence:
A 100mm brace across the top front (which also doubles as a mount space for camera and/or spool holder) and a fake "floor" (another 100mm) at the bottom where all electronics (ramps+octoprint+powersupply) are mounted and wired through small (12mm) holes in the floor corners.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/13/2015 05:19AM by mandrav.
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