Tips and Tricks

simple tips that can be a fun addition or a helpful fix.

Setup Input Shaping with a KUSBA v2

My Input Shaping video has garnered a ton of views, and for good reason, automatically being able to calibrate these values is AMAZING! This video goes over the setup and process of Input Shaping using the Triangle Labs accelerometer, but I also mention another USB based device, the KUSBA. In this article I go over the steps to flash and configure that device (as well as some general input shaping information). After setup refer to the YouTube video for the calibration process.

12/14/2023

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Find out how Klipper can alleviate some of the physical and mental stress of leveling your bed! Using a very easy macro Klipper can calculate the amount of rotations necessary on each bed leveling knob to bring your bed to the proper ‘level’. Not only will this help save you time but it is a huge boon to those users who are suffering from physical (or other) impediments that make it hard to perform the standard method of bed leveling.

2/09/2023

 

Learn the simple steps to install CrowsNest service and then configure a camera, so you can monitor your prints from the comfort of your couch!

12/21/2022

 

Set up your BL Touch on Klipper! Besides Sanity checks and configuration modifications, learn how to properly calibrate all your offsets (X, Y, and Z offsets)! Then learn how to live adjust the z-offset for the best first layer!

11/28/2022

 

The Inovato Quadra is an inexpensive and simple way to get Klipper running on your 3d printer, which also allows for a multi-printer setup. In this article I go over both of those topics, configuring the quadra, and setting up multiple instances of Klipper.

11/14/2022

 

I get asked a lot what my optimal printer setup would be at the lowest cost. So, I decided to dedicate a short article on what I would choose and why!

11/04/2022

 

Text guide covering the process of flashing an operating system onto an MCU, installing Klipper, creating a firmware image, flashing your 3d printer, and finding the correct printer configuration file.

10/24/2022

 

BL Touch Offsets (X , Y)

Why and How to get the correct offsets for your Bed Leveling Device

07/22/2022

 

Stepper Motor “Magic Numbers”

Is there an optimal layer height for stepper motors that can reduce artifacts and improve 3d prints?

06/09/2022

 

Heatbreak replacement and High Temperature printing safety

Is our stock printer safe when printing high temperature filaments? How easy is it to replace the heatbreak in your hot end?

04/07/2022

 

RepRack Filament Organization by Repkord

A customizable and 3d-printed option to store and organize all of your filament.

05/05/2022

 

Remove pressed-on Extruder gears

Finally upgrade to a BMG style extruder after removing that pesky hard to remove gear.

04/04/2022

 

Custom start code BL Touch

Add this custom start code to your slicing software to activate your BL Touch auto bed leveling device while you print!

04/02/2022

 

Changing Filament Mid-Print

Filament changes can turn models from ordinary to extraordinary, all by making a few tweaks in our slicer.

02/01/2022

 

Using Cura build plate to trim models

print only small portions of a model first to check for possible issues.

01/28/2022

 

Custom Start Screen - Voxelab Aquila

Add a unique custom logo to your Voxelab Aquila startup.

01/22/2022