I3x

Prusa i3xl

Release status: working

Description	i3x is a derivative of the Prusa I3.
License	GPL
Author	User:Prusajr (design),
Contributors
Based-on	i3
Categories	XZ-head
CAD Models
External Link	DIY Tech Shop

Introduction

The Prusa i3 (iteration 3) is the newest and current 3D Printer design by RepRap Core Developer Prusajr (Josef Prusa). The Prusa i3x is a derivative/fork that includes both adjustable bed leveling and many Reinforced Parts.

Specifications

For the Prusa i3xl

• Printed Parts: 35
• Cost: $399.00 USD
• Printing Size: 9" x 9" x 6.5"
• Precision: 100 Micron Z Resolution

Main Improvements

(main improvements made upon Josef Prusa's Prusa Mendel Iteration 3

• Frame Stabilizers
• Easy Assembly
• More print friendly parts with minimal cleanup

Printed Parts

The STL files to make the printer can be found at:

• https://github.com/Xssink/Prusa_i3x

Electronics

Stepper Motors

The Prusa i3xl uses (including the Extruder), Five NEMA17 Stepper Motors:

• Two of these Motors (the Z-Axis motors), are connected to the same Stepper Driver of the Electronics
• If using Wade's Geared Extruder, it's Stepper Motor needs a minimum Holding Torque of 40Ncm (0.4Nm)

More information can be found on the Stepper Motor page.

Controller Electronics

Just about any RepRap Controller will work for the Prusa i3xl.

Required Features:

• Four Stepper Drivers
• One Thermistor Input and one Heater Output for the Extruder

For comparisons, see List of electronics, Comparison of Electronics and Alternative Electronics.

Extruder

For the Prusa i3x

• Little Brass hotend