Phase 1

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Phase 1

Release status: working

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An affordable high performance 3D printer
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Phase 1 is an affordable high quality RepRap 3D printer.

Overview

Phase 1 was created to be a value 3D printer available. Phase 1 prints reliably and accurately at a price that you can afford. Phase 1 affordably delivers the full experience of assembling a RepRap 3D printer without sacrificing performance and build volume.

Development

Phase 1 Revision 1

Timeframe: (June, 2016 - October, 2017)


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Base Features:

  • 200x200x200 Build Volume
  • Heated Bed
  • E3D compatible extruder
  • LCD screen

Issues:

  • Lack of frame led to heavy Z-wobble
  • Z-endstop mount was not secure enough for repetitive use
  • Power Supply not attached
  • X-axis misalignment
  • Difficult assembly due to threaded rod deisgn
  • No print fan
  • Electronics loosely housed in center under heated bed
  • No heated bed insulation
  • Brass X-axis T8 nut wore down over time leading to backlash and debris
  • Left Z-motor sometimes fails to move
  • Power Supply exposed

Revision 2

Timeframe: (November, 2017 - March, 2018)

Version Goal: Increase Z-axis stability, safety, and ease of use

Improvements:

  • New Frame design adds ease of assembly and stability
  • Z-top mount reduces Z-wobble
  • Bed auto-tramming support for inductive probe
  • Electronics moved to back of frame for easier access and airflow
  • Print to cool prints
  • Power Supply Cover with switch

Issues:

  • X-axis misalignment
  • Slim width causes overall instability
  • Axial fan fails to provide adequate airflow
  • Power Supply not mounted
  • Hand-cut frame, no clear dimensions

Revision 3

Timeframe: (April, 2018 - June, 2018)

Version Goal: Increase overall stability, reproducibility, and add "premium" features

Improvements:

Unnamed (rev. 4)

Timeframe: (July, 2018 - Present)

Issues:

Features

  • 200 x 200 x 200mm Build Volume
  • MK3 Heated Bed Standard
  • Printing Speeds of up to 60 mm/s (faster has not been tested)
  • Fits all e3D hotends
  • Print Resolution down to 50 microns

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