So I've been doing some work to the RoV2 and converting it to a dual extruder with HE280. (I've had some issues with the original build and placed the notes here: http://forum.seemecnc.com/viewtopic.php ... al#p105559
I was hoping to start a thread on the general work-flow on getting set up to do Dual Extrusions:
So far this is what I have learned:
1. Install Cura - though not sure on the version. I have 2.6.0 but I am having issues connecting to the printer via USB - It would be nice to have the UI while at least getting started with the prints to see any issues with gcode or errors.
I did see some links on how to change the USB link in CURA to "False" but not being a programmer I can't figure out how to get permission from Python to let me save this change.
https://ultimaker.com/en/community/49572-cura-26-beta
- the tower supports would be a wonderful help to reduce material for support. Has anyone used MeshMixer for dual extrusion? I use it for SLA printing and am very fond of it. But didn't know if it would support dual extrusion easily.
https://ultimaker.com/en/community/6530 ... elp-solved
https://ultimaker.com/en/community/2143 ... nd-printer
This one seemed to be the most interesting.
Changing the code from True to False. I found the file and saw that it was "True" but can't change it to False.
result = self.getSerialPortList(only_list_usb = False)
2. So I installed all the seemecnc printer profiles and the filament settings. This part was easy. I did have an issue with the wipe tower and placement - I didn't realize it was off the print area for a long time and why I was getting PrimeTower X and PrimeTower Y position errors, but changing the location from 140mm to 120mm solved this. I was wondering if we can put in an argument in this window: ie: 280-(PrimeTowerXDim) - then it would always be off to the side and never overboard.
3. Once the drawing is input and sliced...what's everyone doing?
3a. Use SD Card - but I would prefer to control and monitor from computer
3b. Import to MC? But I seem to be getting a weird slice image -
it would be covered on both sides and appear solid.
3c. Connect through Cura - see above.
3d. Import to another free controller?
Finally - Thanks for all the help JJ - I appreciate having a launch point to start this from. If anyone is working with PVA/PLA that's what I am hoping to get upto speed on. Any changes to the standard settings or tricks are appreciated!