Update I followed a few recommendations from Geeetech and here's the results: When I turn the printer off and disconnect it from Repetier, manually home the three axis (axises? axies? Plural of Axis? Anybody?)... I understand the home position to be with the Print platform to the back (against the Y limit switch), Extruder to the far right opposite the X limit switch and the Extruder support raby Graves - Prusa i3 and variants
Well, the physical build is done. Now is the time for real troubleshooting. I've updated the firmware, as per the Geeetech forum advice and I'm still having serious issues with the motor control and limit switches. Using the Repetier software, it's whats recommended and I don't know any better yet. What I can observe is this: -The extruder will run in one direction and once it hits the limitby Graves - Prusa i3 and variants
I read a review on my Geeetech printer that mentioned that this was a good kit if you are willing to 'tinker' a bit during the build. Very accurate. I just installed a limit switch and the bracket for it is slightly recessed. It fits nicely and is positioned well, unless you want to use the crimp connectors that come with it. I can either solder the connectors, which would easily work, or I cby Graves - Prusa i3 and variants
Finally got a few days off from work, so I'll be continuing the build today. Ralph, Thanks for the help.by Graves - Prusa i3 and variants
My first 3D printer arrived a few days ago. I got a GeeeTech Prusa I3 Pro B. It fit the budget and time-frame etc. I watched a few hours of various unpacking and builds and did my best to pay attention to the positives and negatives listed. Overall, everything appears OK so far. Not great, but definitely not really that bad either. I found a few extras in the box, like a filament holder andby Graves - Prusa i3 and variants