#Upgrading

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bleak wolf
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Hello, i have very old "velleman k8200"
Printer. And i wana upgrade it,

that includes new extruder or only make it move on x axis and wont be still in place

New board, this is main question what is cheap board į cen get?
New build plate it only 15x15cm, we want to make it at least 40x40. So what could į get for heating plate?

Or maybe you cnow already made projects so į could use some of the info from them??

vestal wrenBOT
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AI Help

For upgrading your Velleman K8200 3D printer, you have several options:

  1. New Extruder or X-Axis Movement:

    • Upgrading the extruder can improve your printing quality, especially if you are experiencing issues with filament feed or clogging. Look for reputable brands that offer compatible extruders for your printer model.
    • Adding a heated bed can also greatly improve print quality and adhesion, and the upgrade to a larger build plate is a good idea for increasing your print size capability.

  2. New Board:

    • While there are various options for 3D printer controller boards, one popular and budget-friendly option is the SKR Mini E3 V2.0. It offers reliable performance and comes with many features to improve print quality and speed. However, make sure it is compatible with your printer model before purchasing.

  3. Heating Plate:

    • For a larger build plate, you'll need to ensure that the heating element can evenly heat the entire surface to maintain consiste...
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keen gulch
bleak wolf
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We want a project

keen gulch
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Then you got one hell of a project in front of you 😁

bleak wolf
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We have prusa and the velleman sits Next to it :D

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And we would do it if we cen get bigger then 35x35 build plate :D

keen gulch
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Does the frame allow that big of a buildplate? Of course you would need to change the kinematics of it

bleak wolf
keen gulch
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Nice

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Any particular features despite the bigger bed?

bleak wolf
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Ofc if its cheaper to buy that big printer then makeing it we probably wont do it :D, its kinda school project

bleak wolf
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And ofc make so it could use 1.7mm not 3mm filament

keen gulch
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For a board: SKR mini E3 should be fine. Extruder and hotend depends on what toolhead you want to use but any E3 V6 clone and BMG clone would be fine and cheap. Heated bed is tricky because a big bed at 24V takes ages to heat up and takes a huge powersupply. On the other hand you have AC powered beds but then you have to work with mains power and thats a whole other story.

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You also need a suitable piece of Aluminium for the actual bed, especially at that sizes. Should be a cast and machined Alu plate

vestal wrenBOT
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bleak wolf
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Any other recomendations with heated bed?

keen gulch
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Could always buy a replacement bed meant for another printer🤷