76 Reply by soliryan

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leonmf wrote:

Will that g-code controlled header be active in the firmware and just need to be connected or will we need to map the pins and re-download firmware?

Yes, it will be active.

proctor_richard wrote:

please could you pass it to higher up on in solidoodle to arrange some kind of q/a session on google hangouts or something.

We're working on it. I'll keep you guys informed.

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77 Reply by soliryan

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Hey guys, just wanted to clear up a few things that have been mentioned here.

1. Although there is no fan included, the motherboard will have an available G-code controlled PWM header.
2. The piece on the right (if you're looking at it from the front) is part of the extruder mount. It is basically support for an acrylic cover that will be on the front so it won't appear to be sticking out as it is in the picture.
3. The probe is on the left side, as has been pointed out by the limit switch sticking out a bit. The video for SoliTouch shows the probe on a somewhat experimental SD4, and it will be on the right side on the Workbench models.

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78 Reply by soliryan

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milks wrote:

Is anyone at the NY Comic con? Solidoodle have a booth there; would be good if we can find out any updates

There's a (brief) video of the apprentice in action posted on their facebook page

I'll probably be at our booth at some point tomorrow and over the weekend. Come on over to booth 126 to say hi and check out the new printers. We should have all three on display. I'll see if I can get some pictures or videos for you guys.

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79 Reply by soliryan

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proctor_richard wrote:

1) holding down the glass beds on the WB with bulldog clips - really? shaving 1" off each side of the build area is a shoddy misselling

We will be shipping with smaller clips, not the large binder clips seen in the pictures.

MacGyverX wrote:

Edit: Actually wait, There are 4 fans on there. Two in the rear and two in the front. The SD4 only has one in the rear. Wonder if all four are 'necessary' and if a creating shroud to angle the two in the front down would be easier.

SD4 also has one on the side. The rear fan is for cooling the motor, the front fans are for keeping the filament cool while it passes through the drive gear. We moved them to the front so they don't cut into X-axis travel.

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80 Reply by soliryan

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Robny wrote:

Been following this thread closely, I have placed my order for the Solidoodle Press and it sounds heat.  All the extra info I'm getting from this thread is very encouraging, although more pictures would be good also.

Do we know if the exhaust fan in the case is filtered to reduce smell (fumes)?

Rob

Yes, the exhaust fan is filtered.

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81 Reply by soliryan

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elmoret wrote:
n2ri wrote:

2. is there a bigger wattage power supply available for powering said fan and vent fan with filter that has mounting holes in back?

Power supply info has already been posted also.

Some of this info is incorrect. Apprentice will use 150W.

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82 Reply by soliryan

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IanJohnson wrote:

The only other other change I would want to see is aluminum pulley mounts at the front.

Workbench will have aluminum pulley mounts.

IanJohnson wrote:

Do you know if the new electronics include drivers that can do 1/32 microstepping? That has a big impact on print quality and Solidoodle's characteristic moire.

Properly set trimpots also have a big impact on this, especially for the extruder motor.

IanJohnson wrote:

Facebook page says the Apprentice will have a heated platform.  Excluding it didn't make much sense.

Confirmed. Apprentice will have a 6x6" heated bed.

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83 Reply by soliryan

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MacGyverX wrote:

Thanks soliryan.

One other question about the SD Press. Will it work with 3rd party software? (As in can I use my existing workflow with my SD2 with it). And does it have any fans on the hotend? And is it gcode controlled?

Yes it will work with other software, although SoliPrint has been designed somewhat to be packaged with the Press to complement the simple design and ease of use.
It does not come with a fan on the hotend, but the board will have a PWM header so there's always room for add-ons and possible future improvements.
Yes, it is g-code controlled.

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84 Reply by soliryan

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Hey everyone,

I’m Ryan and I work as an Engineering Tech at Solidoodle. First off, thanks for all your interest and enthusiasm in our new products. There’s been a lot of questions so I hope I can clear some things up.

The Press has an injection molded enclosure with a door. The motherboard is a new design specifically for the Press, and the extruder has also been completely redesigned. The build platform is a new design and is driven by a machine threaded rod embedded into the Z-motor. All belts are closed loop, so tension should be less of an issue. There will be an exhaust fan with a carbon filter.

The Workbench models are similar to what you’re used to from previous models with an open metal frame. The extruder mount now rides on linear bearings, and the Y-axis is driven by closed loop belts. The rear rod is supported by a pillow block as has been pointed out from the video. The acrylic jigsaw extruder is a thing of the past since the SD4 - the Workbench models use the newer and much simpler design. The Workbench also uses a machine threaded embedded Z rod.

All models will come with a removable glass bed, a cooling fan for the electronics, and SoliTouch. To address concerns about the probe - it locks back up into place above the nozzle and will not drag on the bed.

Again, thanks to all for being so involved here on the forum. We’re very excited about the new models and will try to answer other questions you have about them.

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