Monoprice Maker Select 3D Printer v2
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Do I need to install Cura 2 or Cura 15.04?
A shopper
on Dec 6, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Cura 2.x can have issues with adding solid layers to your model if a minor error happens in a face join or hole. If this happens, use 15.4. I am using both, I only switch from 2.x if needed as it is much more convenient. ALWAYS check your layers before printing as it can save you heartache when you discover a problem in a big print 3/4 of the way through.
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- William M on Dec 30, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Cura 2.x can have issues with adding solid layers to your model if a minor error happens in a face join or hole. If this happens, use 15.4. I am using both, I only switch from 2.x if needed as it is much more convenient. ALWAYS check your layers before printing as it can save you heartache when you discover a problem in a big print 3/4 of the way through.
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- William M on Dec 30, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
My Maker Select 3d that I just received did not come with cura on the sd card. I was able to go to the site and look at the different versions. If you get one of the 2.0 versions it will not have the Prusa Mendel I3 as mentioned in the manual. I played around with it a bit and was able to get it to work buy entering a custom printer. I am going to try the 15.04 version setup as in the manual to see if I get the same, better or worse quality prints. This is my first 3d printer and there is so much to learn.
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- New User U on Dec 20, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 30, 2016
You can also use either of those you mentioned, and I have played around with several versions, some of the new versions of cura have different raft settings, and that can help you in some cases, if you are having problems getting things to stick...
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- Eric M on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 11, 2016
I got the version off the ultimaker site, and it's sooooo much better than the old one that comes stock with this printer. It's got everything you need to get started, and a more modern interface. Just remember that this is a clone of the Prusa i3
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- James V on Dec 14, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
I recommend Cura 15.04. The manual says to configure the printer as a “Prusa Mendel i3”. This option is available in Cura 15.04 but not in Cura 2.
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- New User U on Dec 30, 2016
Cura is on the microSD card as the file IIIP-i3.exe (for a printer received in December 2016).
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- New User U on Dec 25, 2016
It comes with a version of Cura customized for the printer.
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- William Amazon B on Dec 10, 2016
I just downloaded it from the latest version and installed.
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- Johnnie R on Dec 6, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
Im using version 15 right now with super results
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- Jim J on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 8, 2016
I'm using cura2 with no issues
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- New User U on Jan 5, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
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can this print 3.0mm filament?
New User U
on Feb 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No, not without significant modifications. It uses 1.75mm filament.
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- Jeffrey R on Feb 11, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
How much could those modifications cost?
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- New User U on Feb 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No, not without significant modifications. It uses 1.75mm filament.
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- Jeffrey R on Feb 11, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
How much could those modifications cost?
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- New User U on Feb 11, 2017
Sure, if you replace the: Extruder, Heating Block and the Nozzle and then reprogram the firmware.
Or you could by a printer that uses 3mm filament. Why you want one I have no idea, the filament costs and doesn't print any better or faster than this does.
Or you could by a printer that uses 3mm filament. Why you want one I have no idea, the filament costs and doesn't print any better or faster than this does.
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- Johnnie R on Feb 11, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
It's designed to take 1.75mm but with a whole entirely new hot end assembly you might be able to pull it off.
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- Noah N on Feb 11, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
This only supports 1.75mm. You'd have to change out the head to support 3.0mm.
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- RICHARD S on Feb 11, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
No, not out of the box. Its designed for 1.75 filament.
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- Aaron J on Feb 11, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
No, it only prints 1.75mm filament.
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- Scott B on Feb 11, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
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What programs will it print from? Do you merely pick your own 3d program and it prints the file? I see the little figures it created as an example, but I am wondering what program created that.
A shopper
on May 7, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This printer, like most 3D printers, CNC milling machines, laser engravers, and other devices that build and/or sculpt 2 and 3 dimensional shapes speaks a language invented in 1960 at MIT called gcode. So regardless of where your 3D model comes from, it has to be translated into the relatively primitive gcode text commands before the printer can produce an object.
Since 3D printers generally work best by laying down successive layers of filament, the usual way to do that is to use a "slicer" program. As its name implies, it slices the model into horizontal layers that then get output as gcodes. The gcodes can be transmitted directly to the Monoprice printer via a USB cable or written as gcode files to a micro-SD memory card inserted into the slot near the top of the control unit
Monoprice recommends Ultimaker Cura, and Cura works well, although any slicer program will do. Just be aware that Cura version 17 is actually older than Cura version 3. Either version will work, although some of the printer settings have to be adjusted. Which is the one weak spot in the Monoprice docs. Since currently there's no pre-defined profile for Monoprice that comes with Cura, you have to set up your own and figuring out the proper values for the proper options can be a bit of a challenge. Fortunately the printer is fairly forgiving.
To feed a slicer, you need a 3D model. The popular file format for 3D printing is STL, although there are other formats used as well. I produce my 3D models with FreeCAD, although I believe that Blender is a favorite for more artistically-inclined people (I 3D print custom device parts). There's a wealth of commercial and open-source programs available for that, though, so pick one you're comfortable with.
Since 3D printers generally work best by laying down successive layers of filament, the usual way to do that is to use a "slicer" program. As its name implies, it slices the model into horizontal layers that then get output as gcodes. The gcodes can be transmitted directly to the Monoprice printer via a USB cable or written as gcode files to a micro-SD memory card inserted into the slot near the top of the control unit
Monoprice recommends Ultimaker Cura, and Cura works well, although any slicer program will do. Just be aware that Cura version 17 is actually older than Cura version 3. Either version will work, although some of the printer settings have to be adjusted. Which is the one weak spot in the Monoprice docs. Since currently there's no pre-defined profile for Monoprice that comes with Cura, you have to set up your own and figuring out the proper values for the proper options can be a bit of a challenge. Fortunately the printer is fairly forgiving.
To feed a slicer, you need a 3D model. The popular file format for 3D printing is STL, although there are other formats used as well. I produce my 3D models with FreeCAD, although I believe that Blender is a favorite for more artistically-inclined people (I 3D print custom device parts). There's a wealth of commercial and open-source programs available for that, though, so pick one you're comfortable with.
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- TIMOTHY H on May 7, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This printer, like most 3D printers, CNC milling machines, laser engravers, and other devices that build and/or sculpt 2 and 3 dimensional shapes speaks a language invented in 1960 at MIT called gcode. So regardless of where your 3D model comes from, it has to be translated into the relatively primitive gcode text commands before the printer can produce an object.
Since 3D printers generally work best by laying down successive layers of filament, the usual way to do that is to use a "slicer" program. As its name implies, it slices the model into horizontal layers that then get output as gcodes. The gcodes can be transmitted directly to the Monoprice printer via a USB cable or written as gcode files to a micro-SD memory card inserted into the slot near the top of the control unit
Monoprice recommends Ultimaker Cura, and Cura works well, although any slicer program will do. Just be aware that Cura version 17 is actually older than Cura version 3. Either version will work, although some of the printer settings have to be adjusted. Which is the one weak spot in the Monoprice docs. Since currently there's no pre-defined profile for Monoprice that comes with Cura, you have to set up your own and figuring out the proper values for the proper options can be a bit of a challenge. Fortunately the printer is fairly forgiving.
To feed a slicer, you need a 3D model. The popular file format for 3D printing is STL, although there are other formats used as well. I produce my 3D models with FreeCAD, although I believe that Blender is a favorite for more artistically-inclined people (I 3D print custom device parts). There's a wealth of commercial and open-source programs available for that, though, so pick one you're comfortable with.
Since 3D printers generally work best by laying down successive layers of filament, the usual way to do that is to use a "slicer" program. As its name implies, it slices the model into horizontal layers that then get output as gcodes. The gcodes can be transmitted directly to the Monoprice printer via a USB cable or written as gcode files to a micro-SD memory card inserted into the slot near the top of the control unit
Monoprice recommends Ultimaker Cura, and Cura works well, although any slicer program will do. Just be aware that Cura version 17 is actually older than Cura version 3. Either version will work, although some of the printer settings have to be adjusted. Which is the one weak spot in the Monoprice docs. Since currently there's no pre-defined profile for Monoprice that comes with Cura, you have to set up your own and figuring out the proper values for the proper options can be a bit of a challenge. Fortunately the printer is fairly forgiving.
To feed a slicer, you need a 3D model. The popular file format for 3D printing is STL, although there are other formats used as well. I produce my 3D models with FreeCAD, although I believe that Blender is a favorite for more artistically-inclined people (I 3D print custom device parts). There's a wealth of commercial and open-source programs available for that, though, so pick one you're comfortable with.
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- TIMOTHY H on May 7, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2017
Hey! I can answer a few of your questions. this is a great product and easy to use, but it took me a while to figure out the soft ware. it comes with an SD card, containing the four models and an application for slicing. this is what works best with this machine. CURA can work, but this is much better. for making models, I sugjest using a free website called tinkercad, it is very intuitive and easy to use. when moving on to more professional software, fusion 360 is the best for 3d printing, but it is hard to learn. for hobiests, I say stick with tinkercad. this machene is really veritile, and take your time when loading and unloading filiment. otherwise, have fun! if you have any furthur questions, just ask again.
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- parker s on May 8, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 7, 2017
Slicers are a bit of software that take models in and output gcode the printer understands. Models you get either from someone else (thingiverse has tons) or design your own using CAD or modeling software. I use Cura as a slicer and Fusion 360 for modeling, but you can search "best 3 modeling" or "best 3d slicer" for some other options. They all work with pretty much all printers the same.
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- Steven P on May 7, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2017
You need to design the object with a cad program or download a file that has the object that you want to create. The files are commonly available on the internet. One source is Thingiverse. Common files are in .stl format. They must be sliced (converted) into .gcode files that the printer can understand. There are free programs that can do this (Cura ).
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- Paul L on May 7, 2018
- Purchased on May 7, 2017
You can use any 3D program and export the final result to gcode. I use Cura. Create in Cura or import from another file into Cura and export at gcode.
You can also download files from the Internet, load into Cura, and export to gcode.
You can also use programs like Blender to create your 3D model and then import into Cura.
You can also download files from the Internet, load into Cura, and export to gcode.
You can also use programs like Blender to create your 3D model and then import into Cura.
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- haysja on May 7, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2017
I believe you can create 3D models in any program. I haven't designed anything from scratch yet. Typically I download stl files from Thingiverse and slice them in Cura. Any slicer program should be able to convert your 3D models into something you 3D printer can use.
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- Laura H on May 18, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2017
I use the software recommend by Monoprice. It is called Cura. It can be downloaded from Cura's website. Also, you can use other softwares that have the ability to slice .gcode files.
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- John D on May 8, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 5, 2017
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Is this a good option for beginners? I am also looking at the Cube 3 printer which seems like it might be a little more user friendly.
A shopper
on Nov 26, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The Cube 3 and M3D printer brands are built like macs are for computers, when you get this you are buying a windows machine. It runs better and costs less, but a bit more assembly is required. Assembly for me took about an hour, which is nothing compared to print times. Optimizing took about 4 more hours, but that's to get the perfect print, which is part of the joy. There was some hex screws to assemble the main pieces together, and sliding them in was a bit of a hassle. But once it's setup, it's setup. I have it plugged into a commercial server right now and can print files remotely through my phone on Cura. You can find cheap filaments on EBay for ~12$, I had the most luck so far with ABS despite what other people say.
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- New User U on Nov 30, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The Cube 3 and M3D printer brands are built like macs are for computers, when you get this you are buying a windows machine. It runs better and costs less, but a bit more assembly is required. Assembly for me took about an hour, which is nothing compared to print times. Optimizing took about 4 more hours, but that's to get the perfect print, which is part of the joy. There was some hex screws to assemble the main pieces together, and sliding them in was a bit of a hassle. But once it's setup, it's setup. I have it plugged into a commercial server right now and can print files remotely through my phone on Cura. You can find cheap filaments on EBay for ~12$, I had the most luck so far with ABS despite what other people say.
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- New User U on Nov 30, 2016
Yes and no. Once you complete the required maintenance to set this printer up (look for the google groups, they don't mention this stuff here) you can reliably print objects. Cube probably is a bit more user friendly, but you'll pay for that with each roll of filament. There's a learning curve with all 3D printers, and it's very important to study your failed prints to learn what went wrong. I made dozens of misprints to be where I am today, but it's the only way to learn this new field.
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- James V on Dec 14, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
This printer has a very quick assembly out of the box, with included instructions + pictures to set up. After that, printing is as easy as loading a file using Cura into a SD card, and pressing print. Keep in mind, cartridges for the Cube 3 are a bit more expensive than others, but with this printer you can buy basically any standard roll of PLA for around $20. I'd recommend looking up some reviews on YouTube for both.
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- New User U on Nov 28, 2016
- Purchased on Oct 24, 2016
Yes this printer is super easy to use I use the recomended CURA and WOW nothing to it.
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- Jim J on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 8, 2016
This is good for beginners that like to tinker that are on a budget. My first printer and i was printing within an hour of receiving the package. The price tag is great, but as such you will lose some features, like auto-bed leveling.
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- New User U on Dec 2, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
I recommend getting a more expensive prebuilt printer. Fixing this can be tricky
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- Eddy E on Dec 29, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 15, 2016
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What SD is compatible with the printer? I have a 128 gb micro sd that wont show the loaded files.
A shopper
on Jan 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: A 128 GB card is to large for the firmware. Most printers come with 2 GB or 4 GB card. Try one small file on your card after reformatting the card. Too many files on the card will hinder the display page. Also use small file names.
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- Paul F on Jan 7, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 8, 2016
BEST ANSWER: A 128 GB card is to large for the firmware. Most printers come with 2 GB or 4 GB card. Try one small file on your card after reformatting the card. Too many files on the card will hinder the display page. Also use small file names.
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- Paul F on Jan 7, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 8, 2016
Even a small micro SD is fine. When you insert it into the printer the most recently added files is on the bottom of the list.
You must go: SD Card > Mount. Than; SD Card > Print. Shows you the list.
IMHO - having a bunch of print files (known as "gcode" files) on the card is just a pain in the a**, as you have to scroll forever on the menus to find what you want,
and since the screen is small, if the filename is longer than the screen it has to scroll slowly to show you the name, which is hard to read!
You'll not usually be printing something more than once or twice anyway, you can keep the gcode files you use a lot on the card, but I juTheresTst save them on the PC, in the folder with the stl or obj design files.
There is no need to keep a bunch on the card!
In Windows you can save to disk, then in Cura at the bottom right there's a little symbol at the end of "Saved as: C\blah...blah... . Clicking that will open the saved file's folder with the file highlighted.
You can then RIGHT click and "Send to" > Removal Disk M: {on my machine}, which copies it to the SD Card. _OR_ There's ALSO a button at the TOP LEFT of Cura that SAYS "SD" if it's inserted, click & it saves to SD.
Bottom line - use a small SD card. This isn't music playback. ;-)
All the Best, PuterPro
You must go: SD Card > Mount. Than; SD Card > Print. Shows you the list.
IMHO - having a bunch of print files (known as "gcode" files) on the card is just a pain in the a**, as you have to scroll forever on the menus to find what you want,
and since the screen is small, if the filename is longer than the screen it has to scroll slowly to show you the name, which is hard to read!
You'll not usually be printing something more than once or twice anyway, you can keep the gcode files you use a lot on the card, but I juTheresTst save them on the PC, in the folder with the stl or obj design files.
There is no need to keep a bunch on the card!
In Windows you can save to disk, then in Cura at the bottom right there's a little symbol at the end of "Saved as: C\blah...blah... . Clicking that will open the saved file's folder with the file highlighted.
You can then RIGHT click and "Send to" > Removal Disk M: {on my machine}, which copies it to the SD Card. _OR_ There's ALSO a button at the TOP LEFT of Cura that SAYS "SD" if it's inserted, click & it saves to SD.
Bottom line - use a small SD card. This isn't music playback. ;-)
All the Best, PuterPro
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- Robert M on Feb 8, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 3, 2016
What are your file types? It can pretty much only read .gcode files. If you load stl models into the printer it won't be able to read them.
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- John B on Jan 7, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 9, 2016
We have found that only 4gb cards work reliably.
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- Kevin J on Jan 8, 2017
- Purchased on May 22, 2016
I use a 16gb card in mine with no issues
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- Richard R on Jan 9, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 28, 2016
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Is it a heated print pad?
A shopper
on Jul 18, 2017
BEST ANSWER: yes and it comes with a very good surface to print on. I wish the print matt was available for purchase.
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- Barry R on Jul 18, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 24, 2016
BEST ANSWER: yes and it comes with a very good surface to print on. I wish the print matt was available for purchase.
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- Barry R on Jul 18, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 24, 2016
Yes. It's a typical 12V PCB-based heated bed.
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- Seth L on Jul 19, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 7, 2016
Yes. Heats to 200 plus in a couple minutes.
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- John H on Jul 18, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 19, 2016
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Am I able to use 3mm Filement with the printer 1.75mm nozzle?
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on Feb 17, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No? I don't think you can use anything bigger than 1.75. I've only used 1.75 filaments.
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- Mikayla on Feb 18, 2018
- Purchased on May 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No? I don't think you can use anything bigger than 1.75. I've only used 1.75 filaments.
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- Mikayla on Feb 18, 2018
- Purchased on May 25, 2017
No, not without making modifications. 1.75mm filament only with stock printer.
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- Joshua H on Feb 17, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 7, 2017
No the whole hotend set up is sized for 1.75mm filament.
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- Brandon M on Feb 18, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2017
No, the filament has to match the nozzle size.
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- David S on Feb 25, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 5, 2017
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does it work with fusion 360?
A shopper
on May 31, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I use Fusion360 for all of my 3D design for this printer. Fusion360 will export STL files that you can load into your favorite slicer (I use Cura) to generate the gcode to drive your printer. Same process if you design in SketchUp.
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- Steve on May 31, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I use Fusion360 for all of my 3D design for this printer. Fusion360 will export STL files that you can load into your favorite slicer (I use Cura) to generate the gcode to drive your printer. Same process if you design in SketchUp.
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- Steve on May 31, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 22, 2017
Absolutely. You create your model in Fusion 360, then export to your slicing software (e.g. Cura) to generate the file to send to the printer. Search for "Fusion 360 to Cura Workflow"
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- Clay H on May 31, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 16, 2017
fusion360 is software to make 3d models. It can export STL files which you can import into a slicer like slic3r or cura, which will turn it into gcode the printer can use.
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- Joe on May 31, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 23, 2017
Yes. You can export any body as STL.
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- Aaron K on May 31, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 15, 2017
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I own a acer chromebook laptop will this printer work with it?
A shopper
on Jul 26, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Well the software really met for windows but if you can find a program to convert your models to Gcode you should be fine. Tinkercad can mod STL file that thingiverse has as for a convertion tool that out of my league.
Raspberrry pi and astro print though cann't confirm this.
I killed my printer and had make it a Ramps do playing around, My Experience been that USB printing is questionable. Also the that holder will not hold a 1 KG roll of filement I suggest you look for a guide and new holder namely one with rollers to reduce stress on the machine.
Raspberrry pi and astro print though cann't confirm this.
I killed my printer and had make it a Ramps do playing around, My Experience been that USB printing is questionable. Also the that holder will not hold a 1 KG roll of filement I suggest you look for a guide and new holder namely one with rollers to reduce stress on the machine.
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- New User U on Jul 27, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Well the software really met for windows but if you can find a program to convert your models to Gcode you should be fine. Tinkercad can mod STL file that thingiverse has as for a convertion tool that out of my league.
Raspberrry pi and astro print though cann't confirm this.
I killed my printer and had make it a Ramps do playing around, My Experience been that USB printing is questionable. Also the that holder will not hold a 1 KG roll of filement I suggest you look for a guide and new holder namely one with rollers to reduce stress on the machine.
Raspberrry pi and astro print though cann't confirm this.
I killed my printer and had make it a Ramps do playing around, My Experience been that USB printing is questionable. Also the that holder will not hold a 1 KG roll of filement I suggest you look for a guide and new holder namely one with rollers to reduce stress on the machine.
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- New User U on Jul 27, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 11, 2017
Depends on what features your chrome book has the printer accepts micro as cards so if you have a way to write to one you can put the foxes on that
There are some web based design programs for building your own objects and you can download files from thingiverse
You will need to find a way to slice files and create gcode that’s the only issue I can see
There are some web based design programs for building your own objects and you can download files from thingiverse
You will need to find a way to slice files and create gcode that’s the only issue I can see
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- William B on Jul 27, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 11, 2017
The short answer is "no." A chromebook won't run the modeling programs or the Cura software that prepares a 3D model for the printer. Technically, you don't need a computer if you have the model's Gcode files that have already been prepared and optimized for your printer, but that's extremely unlikely.
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- Eric H on Aug 14, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 9, 2017
Typically you would use microsd cards to transfer prints to the printer. You will need to use an online slicer like Astroprint or install Linux on your Chromebook to use Cura.
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- Jamie S on Jul 26, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 6, 2017
All you need in the laptop would be an sd card reader and a 3D modeling program is optional because you can download files to print.
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- Matthew G on Jul 26, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 11, 2017
Nope, and if you thought it would I don't recommend buy a 3D Printer.
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- william w on Jul 26, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 7, 2017
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Are parts available for it? I would like a spare nozzle and nozzle guides.
A shopper
on Dec 2, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Yes there are nozzles available form many third party resellers. This unit uses the same parts as a Prusa i3. I bought the all-metal hotend upgrade from Micro Swiss and am very happy with the upgrade. This is a great first printer.
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- Jason W on Dec 5, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 10, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Yes there are nozzles available form many third party resellers. This unit uses the same parts as a Prusa i3. I bought the all-metal hotend upgrade from Micro Swiss and am very happy with the upgrade. This is a great first printer.
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- Jason W on Dec 5, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 10, 2016
Yes nozzles everything is avail online for this printer
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- Jim J on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 8, 2016
Yes, there are replacement extruder tips. I think the printer comes with a brass one, and I think Monoprice sells it. There are aftermarket ones made of stainless steel (I think) that some say work better. I bought one, and I can't tell the difference. There is a white plastic sleeve (might be Teflon) about 4 mm outer diameter and 35 mm long that the filament flows through inside the heater block. I don't know if that is as available, but the printer comes with one extra tube. I don't know if that is the nozzle guide that you are speaking of. Hope this helps. Bjdoggie
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- Perry W on Dec 5, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 28, 2016
There is nothing online for Monoprice printers. However, there is a bit for “Wanhao Duplicator i3” out there, which is the OEM name for the printer that Monoprice resells. Better yet is to get stuff for “Prusa i3” which is the open source project that Wanhao cloned and is manufacturing as their Duplicator and Monoprice is selling as their Maker Select. The Prusa version is probably your best bet.
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- Michael M on Jan 8, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 5, 2016
atmost monoprice sells replacement parts like belts, nozzles, and wheels and nozzle heating elements. other than that i suggest looking around for other parts
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- Matthew M on Dec 5, 2016
- Purchased on Jul 12, 2016
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how long does a $20 roll of filament last?
A shopper
on Dec 3, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The answer depends on the amount of filament that is needed for each project. The amount of filament needed is calculated by the Slicing software you use to generate the g-code. I use Repetier software which gives the estimated printing time and the amount of filament needed. You will find yourself buying different colors of filament and different filament types (PLA, ABS, etc.). Buy a 1 Kg roll with your initial purchase. The roll will last a lot longer before the budget lets you buy other spools. Great 3D printer.
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- Paul F on Dec 5, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 8, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The answer depends on the amount of filament that is needed for each project. The amount of filament needed is calculated by the Slicing software you use to generate the g-code. I use Repetier software which gives the estimated printing time and the amount of filament needed. You will find yourself buying different colors of filament and different filament types (PLA, ABS, etc.). Buy a 1 Kg roll with your initial purchase. The roll will last a lot longer before the budget lets you buy other spools. Great 3D printer.
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- Paul F on Dec 5, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 8, 2016
It depends on how large the items are that you print! If you print a 4" cube with 100% infill it will be gone in no time. If you print little things with 10% infill it will last a LOT longer.
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- Kevin J on Dec 6, 2016
- Purchased on May 22, 2016
Depends on how often/ how big your prints are. I print 1-2 things a day that are about the size of my fist or a little smaller and a spool lasts me about a month, maybe a little less.
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- John B on Dec 5, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 9, 2016
It really depends what you're printing, how often, and what settings you use for your prints. Small prints with low infill means very little plastic used, so it could last quite a while. However if you're printing large daily prints then it will go a lot quicker. And you may end up using more filament in the beginning as you get the printer "dialed-in" and print some of the user-recommended modifications. Hope this helps!
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- Ronald B on Dec 5, 2016
- Purchased on May 23, 2016
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We've just set up our Maker Select v2 and the left motor doesn't seem to operate when changing the z position. Thoughts?
Ian P
on Sep 30, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Sorry, I don't know if I have that problem. There are two stepper motors on the right and the left of the tower that control Z axis movement (up and down). When the printer is operating, I assume that both are turning, moving the horizontal bar. I wouldn't know if only one of the motors were operating. When setting up the printer, are the connectors properly seated (ie the A, B, and C connectors)? Just make sure they are operating correctly while under the warranty period. Good luck. They have been good printers for me.
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- Perry W on Sep 30, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 27, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Sorry, I don't know if I have that problem. There are two stepper motors on the right and the left of the tower that control Z axis movement (up and down). When the printer is operating, I assume that both are turning, moving the horizontal bar. I wouldn't know if only one of the motors were operating. When setting up the printer, are the connectors properly seated (ie the A, B, and C connectors)? Just make sure they are operating correctly while under the warranty period. Good luck. They have been good printers for me.
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- Perry W on Sep 30, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 27, 2016
If you're referring to the Z motor (attached to the vertical ball-screw that should move the print head up and down), there's two things to check: the connection of the wires to the Motor itself, and the connection of the other end of that wire to the circuit board inside the control box. Make sure both are well seated. If they are, could be dead motor or dead control board, but I'd suspect the wiring above all.
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- Jeffrey G on Sep 30, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 7, 2017
You should make sure that it is the correct wire going into the correct side, make sure there is nothing blocking the wire, and that it is fully in. If that doesn't work make sure the wire isn't broken and that it's plugged in to the side panel correctly. If none of that works you should be able to call and get a replacement wire.
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- WENDY M on Oct 3, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 16, 2017
First, check to see if the connectors are properly connected. Second, make sure there isn't any foreign debris near or around the motor. If all that is checked, I'm wondering if it's a dead motor.
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- Richard Q on Oct 1, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 4, 2017
Check to make sure you plugged them in correctly - should be labeled, but easy to miss.
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- Max R on Sep 30, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 6, 2017
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how do I download cura?
A shopper
on Dec 26, 2016
BEST ANSWER: its on the sd card that they sent you. names iiip.exe
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- Chad T on Dec 26, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
BEST ANSWER: its on the sd card that they sent you. names iiip.exe
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- Chad T on Dec 26, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
I had to download Cura from ultimaker dot com/en/products/cura-software/list I wasn't able to use the version included on the microSD card because I'm running Linux.
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- New User U on Dec 30, 2016
I went to the cura website. I just Googled it. When you do, select the prusa printer.
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- Jeremy C on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
your go the website and download it. Google cura.
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- Joey H on Dec 26, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
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Can the included version of Cura print out supports if the support does not go all the way down to the base plate. For instance think of a handle on a basket? I can't get it to print the supports and the handle sags.
Michael C
on Feb 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: When choosing your support structure parameters, you must select "Everywhere" when choosing your support placement. If you leave it at "Touching Buildplate" you will only get support for overhangs that are hanging over the build plate.
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- Evan D on Feb 9, 2017
- Purchased on May 13, 2016
BEST ANSWER: When choosing your support structure parameters, you must select "Everywhere" when choosing your support placement. If you leave it at "Touching Buildplate" you will only get support for overhangs that are hanging over the build plate.
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- Evan D on Feb 9, 2017
- Purchased on May 13, 2016
In Cura you can toggle supports on or off, just touching build plater or every where. and set the angle of over hangs where and when cura will ad supports.. and the type of supports it makes boxed supports or corrugated.
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- James S on Feb 10, 2017
- Purchased on May 19, 2016
The best approach if you can't utilize standard supports is to add your own supports into your design. - like 2mm cylinders that you could easily clip out.
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- Kevin J on Feb 9, 2017
- Purchased on May 22, 2016
You might have to enable an advanced option about printing supports that stem from/are based on the object itself.
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- Aric B on Feb 8, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 9, 2016
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Does it come with abs filament?
A shopper
on Aug 28, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No. It does come with a very small sample of PLA filament. It will definitely print ABS if you prefer. But any filament you need you will have to purchase separately.
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- Chris C on Aug 28, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 8, 2016
BEST ANSWER: No. It does come with a very small sample of PLA filament. It will definitely print ABS if you prefer. But any filament you need you will have to purchase separately.
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- Chris C on Aug 28, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 8, 2016
Mine did. But just a couple sample rolls. You can buy the large rolls for about $20 each from Monoprice.
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- steve p on Aug 28, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 23, 2016
Comes with a small (10-20g?) sample of PLA filament. It can print ABS filament, though
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- Bryan D on Aug 28, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 22, 2016
No, It only comes with a fairly small amount of white PLA plastic
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- Hayden S on Aug 28, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 28, 2016
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how big is the build plate?
A shopper
on Nov 29, 2017
It is basically an 8 by 8 inch square
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- Cari S on Nov 29, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 13, 2017
200x200x180 or 7.9in x 7.9inc x 7.1
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- Michael J on Nov 29, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 23, 2017
200x200x180mm or 7.9x7.9x7.1"
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- Patricio Adrian Z on Nov 29, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 17, 2017
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Can this printer use Ninjaflex filament?
New User U
on Feb 17, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I’ve never used ninjaflex but with the right print settings (slowed speed and slightly higher temperatures) I’ve had success with Inlands flexible filament with no issues related to clogging so far
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- Guest on Feb 17, 2018
- Purchased on May 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I’ve never used ninjaflex but with the right print settings (slowed speed and slightly higher temperatures) I’ve had success with Inlands flexible filament with no issues related to clogging so far
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- Guest on Feb 17, 2018
- Purchased on May 14, 2017
Yes. You may have to start it carefully so it doesn't twist between the feed gear and the extruder. After that, it feeds great.
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- David P on Feb 17, 2018
- Purchased on May 9, 2017
Not natively. You would need to upgrade your hotend
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- Daniel S on Feb 17, 2018
- Purchased on May 1, 2017
Do you like this printer? I want a second one that does different materials. I have one now that is only pla and the mechanics aren’t very well done.
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where i can buy parts for my Maker Select V2 3D Printer Product # 13860 like heated bed ,bed sheets ,nozolle etc etc??
New User U
on Feb 26, 2020
BEST ANSWER: A number of companies sell parts. The maker select v2 is wanna I duplicator I3. A web search for the part you want should turn up lots of options. I have bought parts from monoprice, fargo3dprinting, amazon and others.
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- Gary G on Feb 27, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 26, 2019
BEST ANSWER: A number of companies sell parts. The maker select v2 is wanna I duplicator I3. A web search for the part you want should turn up lots of options. I have bought parts from monoprice, fargo3dprinting, amazon and others.
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- Gary G on Feb 27, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 26, 2019
Prior answer was screwed up by autocorrect. Wanhao duplicator i3 is identical to maker select v2. Btw, check prices. Monoprice is very good on many things.
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- Gary G on Feb 27, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 26, 2019
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- James H on Feb 27, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 19, 2019
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Does this come assembled?
Andrew L
on Nov 26, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Only 6 screws (included) have to be attached with a hex key (included). Also 4 cables have to be connected, but they are clearly labeled and well designed. If you can use a screwdriver and plug in cords then you're good to go.
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- New User U on May 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Only 6 screws (included) have to be attached with a hex key (included). Also 4 cables have to be connected, but they are clearly labeled and well designed. If you can use a screwdriver and plug in cords then you're good to go.
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- New User U on May 14, 2017
This is not an assembled product and the included instructions are not particularly helpful. Plan accordingly.
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- New User U on Jun 5, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 2, 2017
No, you have to attach 4 screws to secure the gantry in place and two screws to secure the spool holder.
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- New User U on Nov 27, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2016
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Where can I find a slicer profile for this printer?
A shopper
on Dec 1, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Honestly, the included software defaults are not that bad. Of course different filaments/brands of filaments will have slightly different settings, but I've found that 210C for the extruder and 70C for the bed works great without rafts. My normal basic settings are 0.2mm layer height, 0.8 shell thickness, 0.6 bottom/top thickness, 10% fill density, 210C extruder, 70C bed, and no rafts for PLA. Also, make sure your nozzle size is set to 0.4mm. As long as you have the bed leveled properly, it produces good quality, fast prints.
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- Taylor R on Dec 2, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Honestly, the included software defaults are not that bad. Of course different filaments/brands of filaments will have slightly different settings, but I've found that 210C for the extruder and 70C for the bed works great without rafts. My normal basic settings are 0.2mm layer height, 0.8 shell thickness, 0.6 bottom/top thickness, 10% fill density, 210C extruder, 70C bed, and no rafts for PLA. Also, make sure your nozzle size is set to 0.4mm. As long as you have the bed leveled properly, it produces good quality, fast prints.
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- Taylor R on Dec 2, 2016
Though it's not obvious, profiles for the "Cura" slicer are included on the microSD card included with the printer. The Cura slicer profiles are embedded within the sample "*.gcode" files. I loaded my current profile in Cura 15.04.6 by going to "File" > "Load Profile from GCode..." and selecting file "1.gcode" from the microSD card. The profile from the gcode works better for me than the Cura default profile.
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- New User U on Dec 30, 2016
for Cura the instructions say to use Prusa i3, so far this seems to be working well.
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- New User U on Dec 2, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
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The unit ships with a spool holder (plastic part with giant nut) that can't hold a 1kg spool (it's too narrow). Do you carry a wider spool holder (by 1inch) or am I going to need to design and print my own?
T.Weeks
on Dec 25, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. Unfortunately we do not carry a longer spool holder to accommodate larger spools of filament. We recommend searching the web for a pre-designed spool holder you can print as there are many readily available as provided by the maker community. I apologize for the inconvenience
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 18, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. Unfortunately we do not carry a longer spool holder to accommodate larger spools of filament. We recommend searching the web for a pre-designed spool holder you can print as there are many readily available as provided by the maker community. I apologize for the inconvenience
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 18, 2017
They may have changed the holder since you asked this question, but as of March 2017 the included holder fits Hatchbox 1kg spools. Hope that helps others!
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- Kris T on Mar 28, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 9, 2017
There are several replacement spool holders that you can print for yourself on Thingiverse. Just search for Monoprice spool holder
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- Sebborn on Jan 7, 2018
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Can this printer print in polycarbonate? The temp ranges of the print head and bed are within the suggested range.
New User U
on Feb 16, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The lowest extrusion temp range I can find on PC filament is 260-300C, so with this hotend maxing out at 260C I wouldn't recommend trying it. It's important to be able to adjust the extrusion temp through the recommended filament temp range when troubleshooting print quality or doing maintenance. When swapping filament types or clearing jams you would want to set the hotend to the highest temp the filament can handle.
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- Ryan F on Feb 16, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The lowest extrusion temp range I can find on PC filament is 260-300C, so with this hotend maxing out at 260C I wouldn't recommend trying it. It's important to be able to adjust the extrusion temp through the recommended filament temp range when troubleshooting print quality or doing maintenance. When swapping filament types or clearing jams you would want to set the hotend to the highest temp the filament can handle.
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- Ryan F on Feb 16, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
I wouldn't suggest it. Polycarbonate typically requires temps north of 270. the ptfe tubing in the hot end will deteriorate quickly at those temps.
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- STEVE H on Feb 16, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 1, 2016
Thanks. I was looking at printing temps and didn't realize they were in the wrong scale. Why can't everyone just use Celsius?
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- New User U on Feb 16, 2017
I would not recommend using polycarbonate as it requires temps of 300 + for most applications
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- joseph b on Feb 23, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
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Is there a software that you can print from Apple OS X? Is this printer even compatible with OS X?
Tim O
on Feb 20, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This printer prints from a microSD card. You can connect it to a computer, but it's completely unnecessary and I have never done it.
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- Sasha H on Feb 20, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 12, 2016
That I do know, but it only seems to print gcode directly. I need to print STL files and therefor need to be on a computer. Thus why I am asking about OS X
It doesn't come with any software so you can use anything that can save to a gcode. It recommends using the freeware cura, which does have a Mac OS version. You could also use autocad meshmixer, which is a little more complicated but also free for Mac OS X.
You can use any slicer compatible with OSX.
Your STLs will need to be run through a "slicer", which converts the STL into commands the printer can follow. If you run on OSX, you will however need to do a slightly more complicated setup than simply copying the software off the included SD card.
Your STLs will need to be run through a "slicer", which converts the STL into commands the printer can follow. If you run on OSX, you will however need to do a slightly more complicated setup than simply copying the software off the included SD card.
BEST ANSWER: This printer prints from a microSD card. You can connect it to a computer, but it's completely unnecessary and I have never done it.
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- Sasha H on Feb 20, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 12, 2016
That I do know, but it only seems to print gcode directly. I need to print STL files and therefor need to be on a computer. Thus why I am asking about OS X
It doesn't come with any software so you can use anything that can save to a gcode. It recommends using the freeware cura, which does have a Mac OS version. You could also use autocad meshmixer, which is a little more complicated but also free for Mac OS X.
You can use any slicer compatible with OSX.
Your STLs will need to be run through a "slicer", which converts the STL into commands the printer can follow. If you run on OSX, you will however need to do a slightly more complicated setup than simply copying the software off the included SD card.
Your STLs will need to be run through a "slicer", which converts the STL into commands the printer can follow. If you run on OSX, you will however need to do a slightly more complicated setup than simply copying the software off the included SD card.
Yes it is! You can download cura from the ultimaker website, but the file that comes on the SD card is windows only.
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- William E M on Feb 20, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 12, 2016
Yes. It is compatible with OS X, and there are many free and paid applications including Cura and Simplify3D.
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- Jason W on Feb 20, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 10, 2016
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how do i connect it to my computer to the printer? i have one and id doesnt connect via usb
A shopper
on Mar 26, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm sorry to hear that, It would be best to use the version on CURA that is on the provided sd card. It will be pre-configured to funtion properly with the printer. You would be able to copy it to your desktop. Please feel free to contact us at tech@monoprice.com if you still experience issues and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Mark P Staff on Apr 20, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm sorry to hear that, It would be best to use the version on CURA that is on the provided sd card. It will be pre-configured to funtion properly with the printer. You would be able to copy it to your desktop. Please feel free to contact us at tech@monoprice.com if you still experience issues and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Mark P Staff on Apr 20, 2017
You are much better off using the SD Card.
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- ray m on Apr 9, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 28, 2016
I was able to connect by changing the BAUD RATE setting.
Go to CONFIGURATION Menu (last item on the screen) --> General, turn dial to BAUD RATE and push in, dial new value to 115200 AND PRESS DIAL AGAIN.
YOU MUST GO "BACK" AND SCROLL DOWN TO "STORE TO EEPROM" AND PUSH DIAL. Be careful NOT to choose "Load f. EEPROM", make sure you're on the STORE setting.
The IIIP software would not see the printer no matter how many rabbits I sacrificed at midnight. But I found MatterControl worked perfectly, as did Repetier-Host, both free downloads.
MatterControl is very new and they keep it updated. Repetier-Host is a bit more complex / techie, and you must setup the USB settings right (also set to 115200), but it lets you use several well respected slicers.
I'd say MatterControl if you're just starting out, and Repetier-Host when you get your feet under you and understand all the settings.
Go to CONFIGURATION Menu (last item on the screen) --> General, turn dial to BAUD RATE and push in, dial new value to 115200 AND PRESS DIAL AGAIN.
YOU MUST GO "BACK" AND SCROLL DOWN TO "STORE TO EEPROM" AND PUSH DIAL. Be careful NOT to choose "Load f. EEPROM", make sure you're on the STORE setting.
The IIIP software would not see the printer no matter how many rabbits I sacrificed at midnight. But I found MatterControl worked perfectly, as did Repetier-Host, both free downloads.
MatterControl is very new and they keep it updated. Repetier-Host is a bit more complex / techie, and you must setup the USB settings right (also set to 115200), but it lets you use several well respected slicers.
I'd say MatterControl if you're just starting out, and Repetier-Host when you get your feet under you and understand all the settings.
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- Robert M on Jul 25, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 3, 2016
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Hey, fairly new to the 3d printing game, and was trying to calibrate my bed today. I noticed what looked like my heater bed being warped. (Note: I had noticed these same irregularities when I first got the printer, but thought it was because I was too green). When leveling the bed I would start at each corner, then move the print head to the other side. (Let's pretend we are looking at the front of the printer, and I am going from left to right.) I started noticing that my print head would get further away from the bed when I reached the halfway mark, and then it would be almost touching the bed once it reached the right side. So I put my level on it, and noticed that I can see day light from the other side. (I took pictures, would be happy to share). What I would like to know, is am I being crazy/paranoid about this? or will this directly effect my prints, and should I look at getting it replaced?
P.S. I love the printer, even with the possible warped bed it seems to do a great job printing. Very easy to jump into for a first time printee.
P.S. I love the printer, even with the possible warped bed it seems to do a great job printing. Very easy to jump into for a first time printee.
Rodney L
on Apr 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: For having my printer for almost a year I guess I never really noticed this issue but mine has a slight bow in the center as well. It never has affected me in any way so you should be fine. My only issue is the screw plate on one of the tabs is weaker then the others. Makes for leveling the bed a nightmare but I've managed thus far. Going back to your issue though do you use the printer mat that came with the printer? It could be a irregularitie in that and not the aluminum plate. Something to check. Might want to pull the heat plate off and take a straight edge to that and see if the aluminum is bent or if it is that pad. Hope this helps.
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- Zachary E on Apr 4, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 8, 2016
BEST ANSWER: For having my printer for almost a year I guess I never really noticed this issue but mine has a slight bow in the center as well. It never has affected me in any way so you should be fine. My only issue is the screw plate on one of the tabs is weaker then the others. Makes for leveling the bed a nightmare but I've managed thus far. Going back to your issue though do you use the printer mat that came with the printer? It could be a irregularitie in that and not the aluminum plate. Something to check. Might want to pull the heat plate off and take a straight edge to that and see if the aluminum is bent or if it is that pad. Hope this helps.
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- Zachary E on Apr 4, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 8, 2016
Hey Rodney, it can be tricky getting it leveled, so it may be you just need to do some more tweaking. I saw something similar when I initially leveled my bed, but got it worked out playing around with the leveling screws. Also, if you really think the bed is warped, be sure you're trying to level without the bed tape/build tak in place.
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- John S on Apr 4, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
Because of the materials used in the heated bed, the bed will warp with the heat-cool cycle of 3D printing. As long as the bed is as close to level, it shouldn't affect your print quality. That being said, be sure that the gap is enough to allow a plain printer paper to "glide" with a bit of resistance.
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- Sean N on Apr 4, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 9, 2016
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Is this printer compatible with Autodesk Inventor?
A shopper
on Apr 9, 2017
BEST ANSWER: If the Inventor software can save as an .stl or .obj than yes. If you have any doubt, Download the free version of CURA and test it out. I've used Sculptris, Fushion 360, 123D Design, Maya, and 3d studio max.
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- ray m on Apr 9, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 28, 2016
BEST ANSWER: If the Inventor software can save as an .stl or .obj than yes. If you have any doubt, Download the free version of CURA and test it out. I've used Sculptris, Fushion 360, 123D Design, Maya, and 3d studio max.
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- ray m on Apr 9, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 28, 2016
I use it with Autodesk Fusion 360. Inventor is in the same product line, so I would imagine it works perfectly. I print from Fusion 360 to Cura and then Cura to the printer.
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- Aaron S on May 29, 2017
- Purchased on May 9, 2017
Yes, you just have to export your file as an STL
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- Hayden S on Apr 9, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 28, 2016
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How do I remove the orange butterfly from the heating plate that came on the unit?
SUSAN
on Aug 13, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The printer should have came with a metal scraper (mine has a yellow and black handle). You can use that to remove the butterfly, and it also makes removing any prints you make in the future easier.
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- Nick G on Aug 13, 2017