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  1. Zonestar printer does not detect x axis limit switch

    Hi, all - my Melzi board on a Zonestar P802Q (prusa I3 class) printer has stopped detecting the X axis limit switch. The switch closes normally, and the resistance drops to zero on switch closure. ...
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    the 'def' signal means that the thermistor is not...

    the 'def' signal means that the thermistor is not returning a valid signal to the control board. It's either an open circuit or a dead short. Since it falls outside of the acceptable range, the...
  3. Hi, Curious Aardvark! Thanks so much for the...

    Hi, Curious Aardvark!

    Thanks so much for the feedback!

    I wanted a larger build table than a standard 220 mm table; so I chose to go with a table twice the depth, and twice the width. That took...
  4. I don't like this kit for two reasons. First,...

    I don't like this kit for two reasons. First, it's an acrylic frame. Acrylic is extremely brittle; it will crack at the slightest provocation. There are stories all over the web about cracked...
  5. designing my next printer, could use some input

    Hi, all - I've decided that putting any more effort into trying to keep my Chinese prusa clone alive is just a waste of time. I'm going to start fresh with my own design.

    The build area is...
  6. The Wanhao is a Prusa style machine. Good value...

    The Wanhao is a Prusa style machine. Good value for money spent. I think it might be a better bet than either of the two initial candidates, and cheaper than both. Look for a heated bed, a bowden...
  7. I purchased a cheap chinese kit for $300, and am...

    I purchased a cheap chinese kit for $300, and am sorry I did so. I think the Wanhao is a much better choice.

    You will find that you need a control board, and an ability to run the printer on a...
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    I recently purchased a $300 Chinese Prusa style...

    I recently purchased a $300 Chinese Prusa style printer, and can perhaps provide some insight.

    I like the Wanhao machine mentioned - it's a good machine for the price. But I feel that the prusa...
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