I3x
Prusa i3xl
Release status: working
Description | i3x is a derivative of the Prusa I3.
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Introduction
The Prusa i3 (iteration 3) is the newest and current 3D Printer design by RepRap Core Developer Prusajr (Josef Prusa). The Prusa i3x is a derivative/fork that includes both adjustable bed leveling and many Reinforced Parts.
Specifications
For the Prusa i3xl
- Printed Parts: 35
- Cost: $399.00 USD
- Printing Size: 9" x 9" x 6.5"
- Precision: 100 Micron Z Resolution
Main Improvements
(main improvements made upon Josef Prusa's Prusa Mendel Iteration 3
- Frame Stabilizers
- Easy Assembly
- More print friendly parts with minimal cleanup
Printed Parts
The STL files to make the printer can be found at:
Electronics
Stepper Motors
The Prusa i3xl uses (including the Extruder), Five NEMA17 Stepper Motors:
- Two of these Motors (the Z-Axis motors), are connected to the same Stepper Driver of the Electronics
- If using Wade's Geared Extruder, it's Stepper Motor needs a minimum Holding Torque of 40Ncm (0.4Nm)
More information can be found on the Stepper Motor page.
Controller Electronics
Just about any RepRap Controller will work for the Prusa i3xl.
Required Features:
- Four Stepper Drivers
- One Thermistor Input and one Heater Output for the Extruder
For comparisons, see List of electronics, Comparison of Electronics and Alternative Electronics.
Extruder
For the Prusa i3x
- Little Brass hotend