SoliForum - 3D Printing Community — Choosing a motherboard

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (hopper_child) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 22:57:05 +0000

Thanks

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (carl_m1968) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 22:23:58 +0000

Both boards we have talked about also work with 12 to 30vdc so as long as your power supply can operate in that range and put out at least 30 amps you should be fine. Most people use the brick type supplies instead of the ATX supplies as the ATX supplies are less reliable and usually don't have the current capacity they claim. I use this type of supply below for my printer in the 24 volt version since my hotends and fans are all 24 volt.

http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Regulat … wer+supply

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (hopper_child) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 22:12:37 +0000

Oh, thanks. What about a power supply? Do I need something different?

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (carl_m1968) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 22:07:58 +0000

Both boards we have talked about will work with optical or mechanical endstops. So you should be fine. It's just a good idea to have a few spares around.

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (hopper_child) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 22:04:55 +0000

Another question. Will my endstops not work?

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (hopper_child) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 19:21:28 +0000

Very good. Thanks guys.

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (IronMan) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 18:51:35 +0000

First, I gave you the link for the X3 Standard...the X3 Pro is here:
http://www.panucatt.com/Azteeg_X3_Pro_p/ax3pro.htm

You can stick with the standard...the main difference is the Pro being able to run independent Heat Pads and I think digital vref control.

You need to hit the drop down boxes to specify the extras.

Screw terminals are a nice to have; offers flexibility in wire connecting, but a bit more inconvenient as you will have to cut and screw in each conductor. Lots of folks prefer this as once you get it right, the connections are rock solid. You decide.

Micro SD card (if you want it)

Standard V2 Cover Shield is fine unless you plan on using thermocouples

You want the 4 stepper drivers(5 if you plan on dual extruding in the future)...I have not had experience with these, but they are capable of 1/128 micro stepping!

3 endstops are a good deal for $4.50

Extra thermistors are always good to have around!

Now...with all those options for the X3 standard that's north of $150.00 + shipping; for the X3 PRO add about $26.00 to that...

The RAMPS 1.4 with Taurino Power includes everything you need for $135.00 + shipping but also throws in a wiring bundle, SD card interface, a 40mm Cooling fan, and ceramic screwdriver all of which is handy. No thermistors, but they throw in 3 endstops and GT2 pulleys.

Personally, I think the Azteeg is a bit overkill for the Press, but if your willing to spend the extra $, it'll be a great board, and Panucatt is a respected name (no slam to RRD, who manufactures the Taurino)

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (carl_m1968) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 18:22:16 +0000

hopper_child wrote:

Thanks for the input. One more dumb question. Does the Azteeg X3 have everything I need, or do I need to buy additional items too?

If you plan to print straight from the PC then it has everything you need. If you want to print from SDcard then you will need the Viki 2 LCD as well. But the LCD is not necessary unless you want to use SDcards and stand alone printing.

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (hopper_child) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 18:02:52 +0000

Thanks for the input. One more dumb question. Does the Azteeg X3 have everything I need, or do I need to buy additional items too?

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (IronMan) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 13:20:04 +0000

Should be!

Another option as Carl pointed out is the Azteeg X3...I have had my eye on this for some time but do not have direct experience with it; it may well be my next purchase if I need one:

http://www.panucatt.com/Azteeg_X3_repra … ax33dp.htm

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (hopper_child) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 12:38:07 +0000

Thank you. Is that pretty much all I will need?

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (IronMan) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 03:38:06 +0000

Here you go...

http://www.ultibots.com/taurino-power-ramps-1-4-bundle/

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (wardjr) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 03:05:26 +0000

IronMan is more qualified to answer that question.

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (hopper_child) — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 02:38:57 +0000

Ok, thanks for the input. Where's a good place to get a ramps Tourino power board? Do they come with everything I need to get my printer going again?

Re: Choosing a motherboard

null@example.com (carl_m1968) — Wed, 09 Dec 2015 18:26:49 +0000

Check out the Azteeg X3 Pro by Panucatt Devices. Very high quality, excellent customer service based in the US and supports 12 to 30 volts. Motor, bed, and logic supplies have individual inputs so you can even use mixed voltages.