6 Creality Ender 3 V2 Upgrades You Should Still Do

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  • čas přidán 28. 06. 2024
  • Looking to upgrade your Creality Ender 3 V2 3D Printer in 2023? You've come to the right place! In this video, I will show you how to take your 3D printing game to the next level with a step-by-step guide to upgrading your Ender 3 V2.
    I will cover everything from hardware upgrades like a new hot end and extruder, to calibrating the printer and firmware settings. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, you'll be able to follow along and make the most out of your 3D printer.
    So if you're ready to take your 3D printing to the next level, hit that subscribe button and join me on this exciting journey of upgrading your Creality Ender 3 V2!
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    You can find the Hotend Print Files and Instructions here: social.thangs.com/m/776965
    I am using the latest version of Jyers Firmware in this config: E3V2-UBL-BLTouch-10x10-HS-v4.2.2-v2.0.1. You can find it here: github.com/Jyers/Marlin/releases
    All Parts were Printed with eSUN Filament: geni.us/FavFilament
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    The parts that I have installed on my Ender 3 V2:
    Creality Ender 3 V2: geni.us/Ender3-V2
    Bed Insulation: geni.us/BedInsulation
    Stronger Bed Springs: geni.us/BedSprings
    Dual Z-Axis: geni.us/DualZ
    Creality Spider Hotend: geni.us/SpiderHotend
    4010 Radial Fans: geni.us/4010Fan
    Noctura Fan: geni.us/Noctua-Fan
    Direct Drive: geni.us/DirectDrive
    Pancake Stepper: geni.us/PancakeSteppe
    Heatsinks: geni.us/Heasink
    PEI-Bed: geni.us/PEI-Bed
    Dual Gear Extruder: geni.us/DualGear
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    Chapters
    0:00 Intro & Parts
    0:30 Bed Insulation
    1:24 Stronger Bed Springs
    1:52 Dual Z-Axis
    4:01 Hotend Conversion
    8:13 Printer Calibration & Settings
    9:12 First Test Print
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    Hashtags: #ender3 #upgrades #asmr
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  • @jonathan2790
    @jonathan2790 Před 10 měsíci +68

    The best upgrade without a doubt is switching from "Marlin" to "Klipper"....biggest and best upgrade I've ever made.

    • @Dirt33breaks
      @Dirt33breaks Před 10 měsíci +7

      Agreed, I think i might even stay clear of a bambu lab printer because of how much i love klipper.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 10 měsíci +3

      Yup, still on my to do list 🤘

    • @Smokinjoewhite
      @Smokinjoewhite Před 7 měsíci

      @@Dirt33breaks Klipper is awesome, but the bambu lab printers run like a dream and are a great value, especially the P1S. Cannot recommend it enough. I just don't use my printers remotely or on "the cloud", I don't trust ANY software or even "secure" networks enough with potential fire hazards for that.

    • @yobtnirp
      @yobtnirp Před 6 měsíci +2

      I would but idk how

    • @AutoRevLife
      @AutoRevLife Před 5 měsíci +1

      Why is klipper better than marlin? I've just started researching both

  • @Farmlover453
    @Farmlover453 Před rokem +25

    Clicked for the upgrades, stayed for the ASMR

  • @dingdongdaddy589
    @dingdongdaddy589 Před rokem +1

    Good one. Thanks.

  • @Remedy1215
    @Remedy1215 Před rokem +1

    I enjoyed this video a lot

  • @NoMoreBsPlease
    @NoMoreBsPlease Před 6 měsíci +9

    Having tried nearly EVERY DD extruder available for the Ender 3, I highly recommend the MicroSwiss style over ones that use short Bowden tubes.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 6 měsíci +3

      Great recommendation 👍🏻

    • @MrTree421
      @MrTree421 Před 4 měsíci

      I would recommend something along the lines of H2V2S Revo or Revo Roto.

  • @marsgizmo
    @marsgizmo Před rokem +43

    excellent video and pretty cool hotend design! 👏😎

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem +3

      Thank you! I am pretty happy with the design...already working on a version for the E3D Revo CR hotend 😎

    • @marsgizmo
      @marsgizmo Před rokem +1

      @@thebuildbay hehe, can't wait to see the one with the REVO CR 💪

    • @everettebinger5956
      @everettebinger5956 Před rokem +2

      That wiring job.... ouch...

    • @stanleyhoptroff
      @stanleyhoptroff Před rokem

      @@everettebinger5956 ik it was making me cringe

    • @Colonel__Mustard
      @Colonel__Mustard Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@everettebinger5956 Hijacking a comment just to push someone down, your parents must of loved you so much... If you're so bright and knowledgeable commit and tell us all how it could be better.

  • @charleswheatcroft
    @charleswheatcroft Před rokem +28

    This is the sort of project that I start and regret like building a new PC. Worthwhile in the end but the effort involved doesn't pay off quite as much as I had hoped. Thanks for showing the effort involved as I will embark upon such things with my eyes fully open!

    • @ktestable
      @ktestable Před rokem +8

      agreed, simply the CR Touch, strong springs and enclusure was able to make all of my prints nearly flawless. everything else was just "nice to have"

    • @shatterpointgames
      @shatterpointgames Před rokem +12

      Building a PC is nothing compared to this. You can assemble a new PC in 15-20 minutes.

    • @Viceroy11011
      @Viceroy11011 Před 10 měsíci

      @@shatterpointgames 🤣

    • @flamixin
      @flamixin Před 2 měsíci +1

      The dual z, new hot end and direct drive are almost do nothing. Even the metal wheel and spring are not a must..

  • @lindeleasley
    @lindeleasley Před 8 měsíci +7

    I went a slightly different route with my V1. I installed a Sprite Pro with dual 5015 fans, silicone bed mounts, dual z drive like yours, a 4.2.7 main board, a CR-Touch and the Mriscoc Professional firmware and the V2 display. Mostly the same path, but with a couple of minor differences.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Nice!

    • @somatt
      @somatt Před 23 dny +1

      I love my bushings, big upgrade from the springs.

  • @CommanDOH-JKU
    @CommanDOH-JKU Před 2 měsíci +2

    Should have gone with the solid Silicon "Spring" upgrade.

  • @WillThat
    @WillThat Před rokem +4

    If you run klipper, you could get a BTT 42 tool head board and free up one of the main board stepper drivers for dual z auto gantry leveling.

    • @satou022
      @satou022 Před 10 měsíci

      Haven't thought about that and will do it to my printer
      Thank you

  • @danielvaldivia2103
    @danielvaldivia2103 Před rokem +1

    Hi, loved your video. I am very curious to know what firmware you are using as I noticed it's different from the stock firmware.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem +1

      Thank you! I am using the latest version of Jyers Firmware in this config: E3V2-UBL-BLTouch-10x10-HS-v4.2.2-v2.0.1. You can find it here: github.com/Jyers/Marlin/releases

  • @etatsopa
    @etatsopa Před 4 měsíci +1

    Okay so we’re not going to solder or even crimp the wire splices. Sounds great.

  • @andrzejt.1971
    @andrzejt.1971 Před rokem +13

    instead of springs, you could put silicone spacers (mounts), they are much better and more temperature stable

    • @cranexdragon1046
      @cranexdragon1046 Před 9 měsíci

      I did that. They seem okay, but i do grow concern due to their nature of material that they may need replacing sooner than the springs. Not sure though only had mine for a few months so we will see

  • @freedom_aint_free
    @freedom_aint_free Před 6 měsíci +7

    How does all those upgrades compares in terms of costs vs benefits against a 3D printer of the same price of this printer plus upgrades ?

    • @itsmesd
      @itsmesd Před 4 měsíci +1

      Majority are not worth it. By the time you've invested the money and effort you might as well just move to a higher end printer.

    • @hamradiohack
      @hamradiohack Před 2 měsíci

      Unfortunately if you bought all this and a ender 3v2 or neo or even ender 3 pro on amzon you would well exceed the cost of a amazing printer like elegoo neptune 4 pro or ender 3v3 se or ke. And it will never print as nice as those printers. On the plus side these printers have more parts available than you can shake a stick at. And they are likely to be fixable for many years to come. I have a 3 pro, a 3v2 , 3v2 neo and sonic pad and all that. I mod them for fun but they are for tinkering. I think every one should own or start out on a ender 3 so they can fully understand how printers work. Then they will trully understand and appreciate a great printer. I own alot of printers but my go to is the elegoo neptune 4 pro. I dont try to print at 500mm/s either. I also print inside a enclosure. Thats probably the best upgrade. You can get a enclosure for $40 on amazon.

    • @Not-Einstein-61
      @Not-Einstein-61 Před měsícem

      @@hamradiohack Hi, just as you said, I bought my kid an Ender 3 V2 Neo over a V3 SE, so he could fully understand how printers work. The V3 SE is great, but just too automatic, nothing like first learning how to shift gears and use a clutch pedal, than jumping right on an automatic car. What has been your experience with the V2 Neo, as we are just geting on the 3D printing lane ?

  • @Tea4Joy
    @Tea4Joy Před rokem

    Great video and some great upgrades which I would personally like to do to my ender 3 pro. But I have a question to your upgrade to the hotend shroud. Does it work with a microswiss hotend? I know that the spider hotend has slightly different dimensions but I cant say if it makes it impossible to use. Thank you in advance.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      I can't promise anything, but if the dimension align, it should be fine. I also did a version for the Revo CR Hotend. Maybe that fits dimension wise. Just follow the link in the description to my Thangs profile

  • @Altirix_
    @Altirix_ Před rokem +6

    1:20 i would rather recommend rigid mounting the bed screw it down and check how flat it is then adjust with washers till its good enough for mesh to take it the rest of the way. youll be able to hit much higher acceleration. i also dont see the point of the metal bed leveling adjusters, stock ones will do just fine and these wont solve the issue of them slowly coming loose over time
    you also should not be using 12v fans when the printer is 24v Sunon, Delta and many other make good 24v fans, which means you dont need to use a dc converter to make a 12v supply. one less faliure point especially for the hotend fan is something to consider, even better is a fan with a tach output and if it reports 0rpm you can fail safe and prevent heating
    7:55 ok you own a soldering iron, yet you just twist the fan wires together and heatshrink?
    worth noting anything on the hotend should be at least ABS or ASA. PLA & PETG should be avoided, due to their low glass transition temps, both may hold up for a while but will sag eventually especially if enclosed.

    • @Smokinjoewhite
      @Smokinjoewhite Před 7 měsíci

      I agree, but to be fair I used PETG and PLA+ (sunlu, maybe their PLA+ is slightly more resistant to heat?) on two of my ender 3's cooling setups for over a year of pretty much 24/7 printing with no deformation whatsoever. I only changed when I enclosed all my printers to print ABS and nylon.
      The heatsink doesn't get hot at all (if it does you have other issues) and the ducts should typically be far enough away from the heater block to not hit above about 50c, just hold your finger about 8mm from the heater block at 220c and you won't need to pull it away, that's an indication it's less than 60c at that distance.

  • @factzewdie1575
    @factzewdie1575 Před 9 měsíci

    I have already purchased "Creality Official Extruder Upgrade Kit with Direct Drive for Ender-3, Ender 3 Pro, Ender 3 V2 3D Printer" and "Ender 3 Heating Bed, 24 V, 220 W, Aluminum, 235 x 235 x 3 mm, with Cable for Ender-3/Ender 3X/Ender 3Pro 3D Printer, DIY Kit". My question would be if I can go "3D printer controller RAMPS 1.4 controller + Mega R3 board " for my HOME MADE 3D printer together.
    Thank you, Kind regards

  • @leecohen1546
    @leecohen1546 Před 7 měsíci

    Great video. I have a question. I have the ender 3v2neo. What do i need yo print carbon or nylon filament. Thank you

  • @smitthe4408
    @smitthe4408 Před 7 měsíci

    Would it be better to get the sprite extruded instead of all of the individual hotend/extruded upgrades

  • @daliasprints9798
    @daliasprints9798 Před rokem +30

    For hotend, I'd go with a $7 Triangle Labs/POLIS3D thin-throat titanium heatbreak rather than replacing the whole thing. Easier job and better quality result. The other essential upgrade you missed is controller board (skr e3 mini with uart mode tmc2209s) and a sbc (eg rpi) for Klipper. This will make a far bigger performance difference than anything else you can do.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem +8

      I went for the low hanging fruits first 😎 but Klipper is definitely on my list of furture upgrades. Thanks for the tips!

    • @logan2815
      @logan2815 Před rokem

      What sort of permormance will you see? I;m looking to make some furhter upgrades to my ender 3 pro. thx

    • @Mr.McWatson
      @Mr.McWatson Před 9 měsíci

      What is an sbc? I swapped fans and nozzles and skr is next on my list.

    • @daliasprints9798
      @daliasprints9798 Před 9 měsíci

      @@Mr.McWatson Single board computer, typically a raspberry pi.

    • @Mr.McWatson
      @Mr.McWatson Před 9 měsíci

      @@daliasprints9798 Ohh, the v2 can run those as well can't they?

  • @6sixxdance
    @6sixxdance Před rokem +16

    Bed insulation is good if you don't have an enclosure, replace the spring not with stronger springs but with silicone spacers, for dual axis you should add flexible couplers (because of z hop which is bad with ender motors), this version of creality spider is not the best for the price, get the newest one (e3d copy kinda). For real outside of that, using a blower fan will give you better results too...since cooling is with a lot of fluid (air in this case). They are all good upgrades tho ! Changing the extruder to a gear extruder will also change your quality of life for printing at average speed ! (no skipping)

    • @Ryan2dabs
      @Ryan2dabs Před rokem +1

      It’s a dual gear extruder I have the same one your right about the no skipping

  • @folgee7368
    @folgee7368 Před 11 měsíci

    Nice, I bought a couple upgrades, just waiting for them to arrive, I wouild also like to know what type of screw driver you are using?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 11 měsíci

      Nice! Upgrading is always fun! The screw driver is a super cheap one. I think I bought it at Aldi's 😂 but it gets the job done and you can easily change the bits

  • @user-lk2fz5bf7o
    @user-lk2fz5bf7o Před 9 měsíci +1

    How do u get a second part cooling fan?!? I have my van for the red part but I want both part cooling ones?!?

  • @ravkhangurra7522
    @ravkhangurra7522 Před 8 měsíci

    Can you please advise if the heatsinks are necessary on the motors? Also if the hot end fan can accomodate a 4020 fan. I have read amny forums and the concensus seeme to be the Noctua fans are not able to provide enough airflowto the hot end and therefore results in heat creep on the hot end?

  • @anotherdave5107
    @anotherdave5107 Před rokem

    Is there a dual Z axis upgrade for the Ender 3 V2 NEO? The arrowhead shaped lead screw brace in the standard kit is the wrong shape for the Ender 3 V2 NEO.

  • @erictiscoff4296
    @erictiscoff4296 Před 10 měsíci

    Can I change the standard 0.4mm nozzle to 0.2 on my Ender 3 pro and are there any changes to cura I have to make, thanks

  • @ravkhangurra7522
    @ravkhangurra7522 Před 8 měsíci

    Fantastic video, can you please advise the brand and type of red petg you used for the fan cover please. Thanks

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thank you, glad you like it! I have linked all used materials in the description or on my Thangs profile. The fan cover is printed with PLA from eSUN. The fan shroud with PETG, not sure which brand though...

    • @ravkhangurra7522
      @ravkhangurra7522 Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@thebuildbay Thanks very much. Also one last question, does the fan duct also support 4020 fan instead of the usual 4010?

  • @robertomontano5700
    @robertomontano5700 Před rokem +1

    Do those heatsinks reduce a lot of heat? They look cool at the least! Also with just the heat shrink holding there wires together have you run into any issues? Love the video!

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      Thank you! To be honest, I haven't tried it without the heatsinks. Not sure how much they help reducing the heat. I agree they look cool though 😎

    • @cranexdragon1046
      @cranexdragon1046 Před 9 měsíci

      @@thebuildbaydoes it help make them any less quieter? Lol😂

    • @Smokinjoewhite
      @Smokinjoewhite Před 7 měsíci

      It may slightly help with heat, but stepper motors can run perfectly safely at 100c, just don't touch them. If your stepper motors are running hot enough to require heatsinks then your voltage/amperage is too high.

  • @we-are-electric1445
    @we-are-electric1445 Před 8 měsíci +1

    One or two of the links don't work but the video also doesn't explain the need for each modification i.e. what is the real benefit of fitting the parts is and whether upgrading to a later model may be a better alternative.

  • @TheDJGerd
    @TheDJGerd Před měsícem +1

    WTF good upgrade i have just a ender v2 but i'm thinking about

  • @PapersPlanet
    @PapersPlanet Před 5 měsíci

    For the noctua fan what color cables go together when you convert into two?

  • @Peacekeeper-fd1en
    @Peacekeeper-fd1en Před rokem

    Hey can you explain in a comment how you did the noctua fan upgrade in the hot end? ive seen so much conflicting info and having to print new shrouds. i want it JUST like yours and i cant find a good resource. Also great video!

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      Thank you! I used a 24V to 12V DC to DC converter. You can easily find them on Amazon. You have to wire it between your 24V board outlet and the 12V Noctua Fan. I hope that helps!

    • @conorstewart2214
      @conorstewart2214 Před rokem

      @@thebuildbay you need to be careful since apparently the noctua fans can’t provide enough cooling so you can have issues with heat creep.

  • @truderides2243
    @truderides2243 Před rokem

    My ender 3 pro is still stock apart from a z axis shim and fan cooling shroud I never have to adjust the bed or mess about with anything else and it just keeps working however its not very quick when you look at some of the newer stuff

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      Yes, the newer printers, like the Bambulabs are simply beasts compared to the Ender pinters...

  • @ravkhangurra7522
    @ravkhangurra7522 Před 7 měsíci

    When you are changing the voltages on the mainboard I noticed the sleeping you used tidy the cables at the cutout of the frame. Can you please advise what tape you used. Thanks

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 7 měsíci

      Puh, sorry I can't remember the exact brand. It's a textile based isolation tape I bought of Amazon. I'm sure you will find a good one easily

  • @officialteamroc
    @officialteamroc Před 10 měsíci +1

    i did this upgrade as well but i like the sprite extruder better for a upgrade.. i got better prints myself :) killer video tho!

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 10 měsíci

      Thank you! Yes, the sprite extruder is definitely a great alternative!

    • @cranexdragon1046
      @cranexdragon1046 Před 9 měsíci

      Okay so i was debating this myself. Can the sprite extruder also have more cooling as well? Like is this an already designed option or would this be something id have to design myself? I like both options but i think my printers are requiring a bit more cooling in my environment so that is a big deal with this upgrade

  • @bassboostprotogen236
    @bassboostprotogen236 Před 5 měsíci

    im getting a item from amazon to upgate my ender 3v2
    .....my fans i found out noctua makes 24v 40x40x 10mm fans for 3d printers and i hav not seen those 24v ons on the internet

  • @pengo98
    @pengo98 Před 9 měsíci

    Are the hot end shroud files available somewhere as actual CAD files instead of mesh files? I'd love to use it but I have a base Ender 3, not a V2 so I need to modify mounting holes and possibly merge the ducts into a single part so they're stable. That would be a lot easier to do with a proper CAD format instead of a mesh file. I thought about modifying the original to be compatible but then I'd be redoing all the same mods so thought I'd ask first.

    • @pengo98
      @pengo98 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Fixed my issue, just loaded it into blender and did some modifications to the mesh itself

  • @OniPrints
    @OniPrints Před 11 měsíci

    My spider v1 build is a fail. I gotta create a fan shroud for the e3 neo

  • @xblinkusedfinchx
    @xblinkusedfinchx Před rokem

    Good mods. Confused as to why you just cut the bowden tube instead of releasing it the way it was designed?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem +2

      I tried, it was stuck and I was too lazy to heat up the hotend to get it out more easily 😉

  • @Edward3DFX
    @Edward3DFX Před rokem

    nice machine !

  • @8bitwidgets
    @8bitwidgets Před 10 měsíci

    what is the insulation for? just to help keep the bed from losing heat underneith? energy efficiency?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 10 měsíci

      Exactly, it helps to keep the bed temperature more stable

  • @Mary_tian
    @Mary_tian Před rokem +1

    The remote end upgrades the proximal end to print a variety of materials, and the dual Z-axis reinforces the stability of the printer.

  • @hcy93
    @hcy93 Před rokem

    I have a question when i was trying to change my hotend and blower fan, if i didint solder to new fan i can measure 24v on hotend fan and 2v blower fan. When i was solder new fans voltage droping and my fans arent turn can you help me

  • @sanderhoving841
    @sanderhoving841 Před rokem

    So you did al these upgrading to stil print at the stock speed i have a stock ender 3 v2 an i do 65 mms prining speed

  • @scaramonga
    @scaramonga Před 6 měsíci

    Just a pity that noctua fan is going to cause major heat creep, as the airflow of the 40x10 is very low. I know, been there done it .

  • @CShand
    @CShand Před 7 měsíci

    Would love to know how far you can push this printer now it's upgraded

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Hey! I can comfortably print at 100m/s without the extruder skipping or having any other troubles. I haven't pushed it further, but I think there is more potential, e.g. by increasing print temp

  • @TimDrogin
    @TimDrogin Před rokem

    I heard an opinion, that this direct extruded setup is not really a serious thing, because it still has 4cm of a tube. What is your opinion on this and how it worked for you? Thank you.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      So far I am quite happy with the setup. Stringing and oozing is not an issue anymore. I haven't tested TPU yet, but I am sure it will print way better than with a regualr bowden setup. Maybe there still is slight advantage with a "true" direct drive but I am sure this setup is close second.

  • @Colonel__Mustard
    @Colonel__Mustard Před 5 měsíci

    Did you had any problem with bed temperature not beign the same?
    I would assume the cutoff part from the insulation is probably always cooler than the rest.

  • @phillallen01
    @phillallen01 Před 11 měsíci

    will these fit the ender 3 v2 neo aswell

  • @_vi0_
    @_vi0_ Před rokem

    Will the fan shroud work with any hotend compatible with the ender 3 like say a dawnblade since it uses the original mounting holes?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      I can't promise that, as I designed the length of the shrouds specifically for the Spider Hotend. Any hotend that is longer or shorter might not fit...

  • @diypro3d
    @diypro3d Před rokem

    T achete une ender s1 c est plus rapide ou alors le top rapport aux prix fonction elegoo neptune 3 plus

  • @spacemandwz5396
    @spacemandwz5396 Před rokem

    so my ender 3 max neo will turn itself off and on again mid print during a 30+ hour print. how to stop this from happening??

  • @mopar_shawn939
    @mopar_shawn939 Před rokem

    Very helpful video. I currently have the ender v2 neo and its skipping. Do you recommend a all metal extruder or upgrading the motor for more torque to push the filament?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      Hmm, did it start skipping out of nowhere or did you change some settings?

    • @mopar_shawn939
      @mopar_shawn939 Před rokem

      @@thebuildbay No I changed from PLA to PetG

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem +1

      @@mopar_shawn939 I see. Did you remember to set the right print and bed temperatur? It should be 245°C for the Nozzle and 70°C for the bed. If you are using 200°C as for PLA the printer might have a hard time pushing the PETG filament through the nozzle

    • @mopar_shawn939
      @mopar_shawn939 Před rokem

      @@thebuildbay ok that could be my problem. I was at 210 on the hotend

  • @CaNNoN1981
    @CaNNoN1981 Před rokem

    What type of Grease is best used on the Z - Axis poles?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      Good question! I ended up using the package that came with the upgrade kit...

  • @nor_cal_trailrides9990
    @nor_cal_trailrides9990 Před 9 měsíci

    what is the firmware you are running that shows the mesh grapic on the machine UI? A lot of the early firmware for the e3v2 was very buggy with the BLtouch

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 9 měsíci +1

      I'm using Jyers Firmware. You can find the link in the description 😎

  • @latrellmartin1677
    @latrellmartin1677 Před rokem

    What screws did you use for the hotend and thread inserts

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      I am using M3 Screws and Inserts. I bought both on Amazon. M3 Screws: amzn.to/3lsBbjY & Inserts: amzn.to/3FDEWde

  • @GiovanniGiorgo
    @GiovanniGiorgo Před rokem

    What are your thoughts on dual lead screws VS dual belt drive?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      So far I am quite happy with teh kit. I haven't tested belt drive though

    • @GiovanniGiorgo
      @GiovanniGiorgo Před rokem

      @@thebuildbay have you seen a difference in the quality of the prints?

  • @chidswick
    @chidswick Před 5 měsíci

    I am interested in trying this shroud upgrade - To confirm, what voltages are you setting on the multi-meter for the E stepper / Z stepper and why ?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 5 měsíci

      I am not sure about the exact numbers (you should see it in the video), but in general I am setting the voltage for the pancake E-stepper to get the best balance between pushing force and heat development. Reason being that a pancake stepper is less powerful than the stock E-stepper.
      For the Z-Axis I did it, to get rid of some humming noises.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 5 měsíci

      I am not sure about the exact numbers (you should see it in the video), but in general I am setting the voltage for the pancake E-stepper to get the best balance between pushing force and heat development. Reason being that a pancake stepper is less powerful than the stock E-stepper.
      For the Z-Axis I did it, to get rid of some humming noises.

  • @yintang1000
    @yintang1000 Před 9 měsíci

    why not orbiter or lgx lite?

  • @cubingwithari1586
    @cubingwithari1586 Před 5 měsíci

    Question: Since the Ender 3 V3 SE has been released, is it worth it to upgrade the Ender 3 v2, or would it be almost the same price to just get the V3 SE? I'm deciding what to do.

    • @aidenkahn4338
      @aidenkahn4338 Před 5 měsíci

      I would suggest doing the 2 v2 and upgrading since it'll be light and better js make sure you get bl or cr touch

  • @IAmTheCraftsman
    @IAmTheCraftsman Před 7 měsíci

    Do you have a link to the magnets used in this?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 7 měsíci

      Have a look my Thangs profile. You will the bill of materials with all links here: than.gs/m/776965

  • @smokong
    @smokong Před 2 měsíci

    What is ur motherboard version

  • @user-nv9qn5ho4g
    @user-nv9qn5ho4g Před 6 měsíci

    I know I am late to the party.. But it would have been good to see it print before the upgrade and the same item after the mods.... Great video and appreciated....

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 6 měsíci +3

      True, but the quality didn't really change much, it's more the max print speed that received a major upgrade 🚀

  • @MrUniq
    @MrUniq Před rokem

    Linear rails and Ferrules.....maybe Klipper + accelerometer

  • @Mr.McWatson
    @Mr.McWatson Před 9 měsíci

    What are you doing at the V ref stage?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 9 měsíci +1

      I am setting the right voltage for the Pancake stepper (which needs different voltage than the stock extruder stepper). And as I am using two steppers for the Z-Axis, I gave them more volts 🤘

  • @coreybeaty8528
    @coreybeaty8528 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I dont know If i would put aluminum bed leveling wheels they are quite a bit heavier then the stock plastic ones and there for increasing the beds inertial mass and slowing the speed you can produce accurate prints. It would bet better to apply a simple nut and 3d printed wheels and reduce weight. Just food for thought.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 2 měsíci

      Good thinking! I will give it a try and see what the actual weight difference is 😎

  • @the-matrix-has-you
    @the-matrix-has-you Před 7 měsíci

    Hi mate, how did you wired the dual Z-axis motors? And does it need a voltage calibration?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 7 měsíci +2

      The Dual Axis Kit comes with a Y-cable, which allows wiring to steppers to the one outlet of the mainboard. As two steppers are now pulling energy, I slightly increased the voltage. This also helped with a weird humming that occured after the install.

    • @the-matrix-has-you
      @the-matrix-has-you Před 7 měsíci

      @@thebuildbay thanks for your answer mate, I bought Original kit yesterday. But how to increase the Z-axis stepper voltage? Is there a onboard circuit potentiometer on stepper driver boards?

    • @MrTravism93
      @MrTravism93 Před 7 měsíci

      ​@@thebuildbayI did a dual z stepper motor as well but I still have issues with the 2nd motor falling behind.

  • @tezla5562
    @tezla5562 Před rokem +1

    5:48 what tool are you using in this clip?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      It is a regular soldering iron. The easiest way to insert threaded inserts into your 3D prints.

  • @ViperFPV
    @ViperFPV Před 6 měsíci

    Silent mod I did is so much quieter

  • @dragonld123
    @dragonld123 Před rokem

    I have an Ender 3 V2 and I am planning to buy CR-Touch and Dual Z Axis.
    Searching videos about dual Z Axis I saw many people complaining that the 2 axis loose synchronization but they are 2-3 years old videos.
    Is there any new firmware for V2 that supports dual Z axis sync or G34?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      You are right, synchronization can be an issue. So far it seems to be working fine for me, but I will need to have an eye on it. For automated Z-leveling with G34 you will need to change the motherboard of your printer as you need two separated Z-Stepper drivers to compensate for misalignment. The easier way is to install a a timing belt between the two Z-Axis rods to force sychronization. I might do that as well....

    • @dragonld123
      @dragonld123 Před rokem

      @@thebuildbay ΤΗ3D has this pulley/belt tension kit but I cant find it anymore.
      If you use it you run the dual Z axis with 1 motor .
      it dont sync the second motor, just moves the 2nd screw but works fine.
      Most people prefer this instead of dual motor.

  • @alphafox3310
    @alphafox3310 Před rokem

    What gcode do you use for your prints?

  • @Smokinjoewhite
    @Smokinjoewhite Před 7 měsíci

    I don't see the point of the heavier levelling knobs. Just excess weight on the already heavy Y axis.

  • @onewa712
    @onewa712 Před rokem +1

    Why do you change the E motor, but not the extruder gears? Little motors have very little torque, so maybe they work fine in certain conditions, but most to ensure they always push the filament in a consistent manner, they'd need a set of gears to up that torque 🥴🥴🥴

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem +1

      That was my thinking aswell, but the significantly higher flow of the Spider Hotend seems to compensate for the lack of torque quite well. Also setting the best possible vRef without the E-Stepper overheating did it's part. Test printing at 100+ mm/s worked without skipping 😎

  • @raktimroy9654
    @raktimroy9654 Před rokem

    Is the nozzle size for the spider hotend different ?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      The length of the nozzle is different, the thread is the same though. It comes with a 0,4 and 0,6 nozzle diameter. I hope that helps

  • @low_skill8618
    @low_skill8618 Před rokem +1

    Should also install the Professional firmware.

    • @lindeleasley
      @lindeleasley Před 23 dny

      It's a night and day difference over the Creality firmware. A lot more functionality, and far easier to use.

  • @nuoke1866
    @nuoke1866 Před 7 měsíci

    for the hotend conversion can I used ABS filament rather than PETG?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Absolutely, I think it is even better!

    • @nuoke1866
      @nuoke1866 Před 7 měsíci

      @@thebuildbay Thank you :D It's a nice looking hotend design!

  • @Dr.Ratio69
    @Dr.Ratio69 Před rokem

    Why do you cut off the PTFE tube? You could just remove the pin and pull it out😢

    • @andrewdreasler428
      @andrewdreasler428 Před rokem

      Just a guess, but I'd say he cut the tube to use the short piece as the connector for the direct drive mod.

  • @MuizzAsif
    @MuizzAsif Před 11 měsíci

    If I replaced the hotend with creality latest spider hotend which can max upto 500 degree Celsius, will I be able to push the printer to 300+ degree Celsius printing. I mean is the ender printer capable of printing at temperatures higher than 300c if I use a 500c capable hotend on it?
    Please guide.
    I am want to use peek or PEI filament in it and the temperature they want is almost 360 to 400c .

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 11 měsíci

      I think you should consider getting a stronger heating cartridge. The standard is 40w. But I am pretty sure you will need one that goes 50+ watts

    • @FerdFerdFerdFerd
      @FerdFerdFerdFerd Před 6 měsíci

      @@thebuildbay The firmware being used is going to make a difference, as well - "off the shelf" Marlin won't let you request (never mind actually get to) temps higher than 235C, if I'm not mis-remembering. You can change the configs and recompile/flash to the printer to get around that limitation, but if you're going to Klipper or Jyers or Mriscocs, I believe those come with "higher temp capability" already baked in. Having a higher wattage heater won't do a bit of good if the firmware won't allow temps above "X" degrees. If the firmware allows, though, a higher wattage heater will definitely speed up reaching that higher temp, and help stabilize it once it gets there (needs "smaller nudges" from the PID loop, which translates to less oscillation around the set-point)

  • @Dirt33breaks
    @Dirt33breaks Před 10 měsíci

    Any chance of a link to the fan shouds?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 10 měsíci

      Absolutely! I have put all the links you need in the video description 😎

    • @Dirt33breaks
      @Dirt33breaks Před 10 měsíci

      Thank you sir.

  • @jezarmstrong7891
    @jezarmstrong7891 Před rokem +1

    Why go direct drive and then use a massive bowden tube in the top?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      The white bowden tube at the top is part of my filament drybox 😎

  • @cameltoeinspector6015

    does the Ender 3 v2 Neo already have these upgrades?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      I don't think so, but you should be able to do the same of similar upgrades to your V2 Neo

  • @T3KFTW
    @T3KFTW Před 6 měsíci +4

    I've done all the mods here before watching. all great mods 100% the direct drive plate you used is a perfect option because it leaves so much room for extruder upgrades.
    Now my complaints with these mods:
    - ideally don't twist and tape wires
    - Dual Z shouldn't be dual motor without a belt at the least. a belt kit alone is fine.
    - The aluminum bed adjustment wheels are cool but heavier than the stock ones and the bed carriage is already very heavy
    - for the bed foam you don't have to trim quite that much but not a complaint
    I've since done 2 more severe mods to my ender 3 V2
    - Hard mount the bed on a linear rail
    - "true" dual z with 5th stepper driver mod
    the lighter bed makes a big difference to go faster. "true" dual z is pointless just get a belted kit like the Ender 3 V3 SE/KE comes from the factory
    edit: another thing I thought about you should do the mainboard fan mod stock it only comes on when the cooling fan is on (also frees up an extra fan header for the hotend)

  • @arturwielgosz6706
    @arturwielgosz6706 Před rokem +1

    I just don't get it - why you had to adjust the voltage for stepper motors?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem +1

      For the extruder stepper, to get the most power out of the motor without it overheating. For the dual Z stepper, to reduce some electrical motor humming, which apparently was induced by the two steppers running on one stepper driver with the stock voltage

    • @arturwielgosz6706
      @arturwielgosz6706 Před rokem +1

      @@thebuildbay thanks for the answer! 😄

  • @littlefrank90
    @littlefrank90 Před 9 měsíci

    What is bed insulation supposed to do? Asking out of ignorance.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 9 měsíci

      It helps with keeping the bed temp stable and maybe even save a couple of watts. It was a cheap tweak, so I gave it a shot 😉

  • @oldschool7771able
    @oldschool7771able Před rokem

    Hi, I did the editing with the basic hotend but The fan ducts are too low it's not good. Do you have a solution?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      I understand you took my design and applied it to the orginial hotend? That does not work, as my design is designed for the Spider Hotend, which is longer than the original hotend. You could try the original design, based on which I designed my hotend: grabcad.com/library/mbot3d-mk2_rev2-0-ender7-style-fan-duct-1 I hope that helps!

    • @oldschool7771able
      @oldschool7771able Před rokem

      @@thebuildbay
      hi, of course thanks you very much 👍

  • @tonoserrano8724
    @tonoserrano8724 Před 10 měsíci

    the mods works on aV2 Neo? Thanks!

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 10 měsíci

      Some will definitely! I am not 100% sure regarding the dual fan hotend

  • @exploringgames948
    @exploringgames948 Před 7 měsíci

    oddly enough, i just bought a spider before seeing this video, printed the custom head you have and it doesnt fit, the nozzle itself sits too high into the head... i've printed 5 different "spider" heads and every single one is the same, the nozzle sits to high and the fan exhaust touches the bed instead...

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 7 měsíci

      Hmm, that's weird! Did you buy the same version of the spider hotend, as there are at least 3 iterations? The fan shroud is designed for the first version

  • @hustleletters8159
    @hustleletters8159 Před rokem

    Just got mine 100 bucks hopefully it works ok 👍🏽

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      I'm sure it will. Happy printing!

    • @Clank81
      @Clank81 Před 11 měsíci

      same micro center dealllll

  • @Printed_Visionz3D
    @Printed_Visionz3D Před 11 měsíci +1

    might want to remove that noctua fan, poor cooling

  • @iocyber
    @iocyber Před rokem

    bruh i wish i could set my printer up like this

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      Just give it a try and learn along the way 💪

  • @CrayzxxXxx
    @CrayzxxXxx Před rokem

    Which software version u use in it ?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem +2

      I am using the latest version of Jyers Firmware in this config: E3V2-UBL-BLTouch-10x10-HS-v4.2.2-v2.0.1. You can find it here: github.com/Jyers/Marlin/releases

    • @CrayzxxXxx
      @CrayzxxXxx Před rokem

      Thx !

  • @jcsant86
    @jcsant86 Před 6 měsíci

    I love this upgraded got most of the stuff except a different hot end. Issue I ran into was the hot ended is barely touching the plate any recommendations on this? I really love this design. And do you recommend a bit connecter for the fans?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 5 měsíci

      I assume the issue could be, that the fan shroud etc. was specifically designed for the Spider hotend. As it is a bit longer than the stock model, this could be the reason it does not touch the build plate...

  • @frankhovis
    @frankhovis Před 5 měsíci

    Is it not cheaper and easier to buy a better printer to start with?

    • @aidenkahn4338
      @aidenkahn4338 Před 5 měsíci

      This printer is already very expensive and I've bought all the upgrade sna dits only 160 so nah

    • @frankhovis
      @frankhovis Před 5 měsíci

      @@aidenkahn4338 I'm surprised, because you've basically spent all that and still haven't got to the Ender 3 V3 SE spec.

    • @aidenkahn4338
      @aidenkahn4338 Před 5 měsíci

      @@frankhovis well the v2 was a gift from my grandma before she passed so I have some bias on keeping it ♥️♥️

  • @aarmen123
    @aarmen123 Před rokem

    Would this work if I replaced the spider hotend with a phaetus dragobfly but kept everything else the same?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      Not sure about that. You would have to compare the dimensions of both hotends. These are the Spider's dimensions: c-3d.niceshops.com/upload/image/product/large/default/creality-spider-hotend-1-pc-449669-en.jpg I am also not sure if the Fan Duct which I designed for the Hotend Fan would fit the Phaetus...

    • @aarmen123
      @aarmen123 Před rokem

      And would it work if I replaced the extruded with an orbiter v2? Thanks for your responses

    • @aarmen123
      @aarmen123 Před rokem

      Extruder*

    • @aarmen123
      @aarmen123 Před rokem

      It looks like the dragonflies dimensions are a good amount smaller than the spider would it still work?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem

      Same answer...it is made specifically for the Spider's dimensions. If a hotend is close to those, it might fit. However, I am currently working on a version for E3D's Revo CR Hotend. Maybe that is a better fit for your needs. I suggest following me on Thangs to get notified when I upload it: thangs.com/designer/TheBuildBay

  • @dangerous8333
    @dangerous8333 Před rokem +1

    Only thing I've done to my E3V2 is microswiss hotend, all metal extruder, silicone bed spacers and jyers firmware.
    Runs flawlessly.

  • @michll6159
    @michll6159 Před 5 měsíci

    what firmware?

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před 5 měsíci

      I'm using Jyers firmware. I can really recommend it 🚀

  • @Kuya_D_Z3
    @Kuya_D_Z3 Před rokem

    Out of all of this the springs were the best upgrade. The rest blah. Maybe just do a sprite pro

  • @georgedixon545
    @georgedixon545 Před 4 dny

    was expecting the printer to be fast after all of that ?

  • @rhalphaugusto
    @rhalphaugusto Před rokem

    Unintentional ASMR?

  • @hologos_
    @hologos_ Před rokem +78

    I did the best upgrade, I got rid of it and got Bambu Lab P1P. I found out I just want to design and print stuff, not to tinker and chase the problems.

    • @thebuildbay
      @thebuildbay  Před rokem +42

      Yup, I agree! The Bambulab printers are on another level. But isn't tinkering half of what makes the fun of 3D printing 😎?

    • @hologos_
      @hologos_ Před rokem +15

      @@thebuildbay The definition of fun is relative, I didn't find it fun when I spend $200 and it didn't solve the problem. 😅

    • @dingdongdaddy589
      @dingdongdaddy589 Před rokem +9

      @@thebuildbay - I love the tinkering aspect of it - but I get it, many just wanna print shit. I had nothing but problems with an Ender myself. X1C now. 😅

    • @BOTmaster15
      @BOTmaster15 Před rokem +16

      Than you just screw yourself into a corner.
      You got better machine but in closed ecosystem.
      Good luck fixing or finding the parts.
      Next time just buy Voron

    • @hologos_
      @hologos_ Před rokem +18

      @@BOTmaster15 Are you serious? A person who can't make Ender 3 work reliably should build a Voron?! Lol!