Robo 3d empowers 3d creation, with a growing line of products in hardware, materials, and content available in more than 2,400 cities worldwide. The software provided with the 3d printer controls the printer, but is not a design tool. To install the robo 3d printer software by matterhackers, first locate the 2 gb. The automatic calibration is a feature that truly separates this printer from others. Robo3d r1 e3d flex filament guide by valkary007 thingiverse. Discussion in troubleshooting started by patrick elliott, sep 10, 20. A few users have had problems and were trying to figure out if its the dimensional accuracy of the printed part or if its something less fundamental. I dont know if its a hardware or software issue, but it will often miscalculate the beds location. Jan 07, 2015 the robo 3d r1 prints at a resolution of 0. Once your printer has finished preparing grab the zoffset tool included in your. Robo recommends using the robo customized versions of cura, mattercontrol, and roboprint for e3.
See the robo3d github or the roboos changelog for more information. Jul 24, 2019 rather than relying on complex and costly cad software, robo printer users can use opensource modeling software or the companys free mobile applications to design and create objects. What to do if your robo keeps trying to print up in the air. The roboos includes the lcd screen software and our custom version of octoprint and plugins, many of which are open source. Robo as a company offers solid customer service and has an innovative team with amazing creativity. Other software will need to be obtained to design parts. Robo 3d has teamed up with matterhackers to provide a top of the line 3d printing software that is very user friendly. Robo is a 3d printer company based in san diego, california that launched in 2012. I set up and connected it to my computer using the provided software mattercontrol. Once your printer has finished preparing grab the zoffset tool included in your toolkit or a standard sheet of paper. Its versatility lies in its ability to be used with almost any opensource software, a flexible range of materials, a variety of resolution settings, and most current operating systems. Please use the forums, as a place to get help and advice from the community, and robo 3d users. Simplify3d and having calibration issues with robo3d r1. Robo 3d r1 plus vs makerbot replicator 5th generation the basics robo 3d r1 plus.
Buy robo 3d r1 plus 10x9x8inch abspla 3d printer, white a1 0002000 at amazon uk. Im going to get back to printing with flex and im sure the part will be updated. The r1 plus 3d printer comes complete with 3d printing software to allow. Whats more, it does the job those more expensive units that only up until now were able to. On my robo 3d r1 printer, my bed was so out of level that the autoleveling. The new robo 3d r1 plus model getting started video powered by mattercontrol software. Robo 3d r1 plus brings the world of 3d printing down to earth. The automatic calibration makes it easy to print 3d objects with greater accuracy and quality. Using software lower z axis until end of hotend barely scrapes paper my. This video is only for those who have the new r1 plus robo 3d printer. Mattercontrol is a free, opensource, allinone software package that lets you design, slice, organize, and manage your 3d prints.
This 3d printer includes features required to make 3d printing fun, easy and accessible to. Robo 3d releases new specs on the r2 and r2 mini 3d printers. The bed will raise and the extruder will move to the front left position. I dont know if its a hardware or software issue, but it. In this chapter we will be diving into this software and explaining everything youneed to know in order to get the best possible prints out of your r1 3d printer. Robo 3d r1 plus 10x9x8inch abspla 3d printer, white a1. Usa continue reading robo 3d printer we use cookies. Sep 22, 2015 robo3d software calibration robert fitzpatrick. It was aimed at home users and small businesses who wanted an easy and simple way.
Parker 3d printers 3d printing 3d software business share this article. With mattercontrol, you can design your parts from scratch using the design tools, or visit the design apps to browse existing projects. The robo 3d r1 is capable of creating all kinds of objects of different shapes and sizes. Robo 3d printers are built for education with smart, simple, and safe features that come with access to curriculum, over 300 k12 3d printable lesson plans and design challenges. Robo 3d partnered with matterhackers to design a customized version of matter control software for use with the r1 that runs on windows or mac os. Robo r2 z wizard wont calibrate correctly by tkoco, apr 23, 2020 at 8. Robo 3d releases new specs on the r2 and r2 mini 3d. Dec 25, 2019 we had a look at a 3d printer model from each of these companies and will give you the run down on exactly what they can do, cant do and what to expect. One time auto leveling platform calibration 2 simple steps walked through by the software and you are good to go. Made this video for bigjim4009 from the user forum. Our robo 3d community has grown in 6 years to over 15k users. The printer will not do its calibration sequence right, then start trying to print in the air. The robo 3d r1 plus is a great 3d printer for prototyping or producing a small quantity of parts.
Ive printed about 1 dozen orange filament calibration squares and marked on them with a sharpie the settings that were used. Overall, i feel the r1 is an excellent value for the money. R1 robo 3d printer see detailes for sale online ebay. The matter control software is simple to use, but requires some. In this chapter we will be diving into this software and explaining everything you need to know in order to get the best possible prints out of your r1 3d printer. To install the robo 3d printer software by matterhackers, first locate the 2 gb micro sd card and usb thumb drive adapter included in your tool kit. Nov 23, 2015 of course, companies and professionals would appreciate working with robo 3d, but there is no denying that there are more interesting solutions on the market especially if you intend to print mainly from abs. Mattercontrol, the default software, works well with the robo. If the offset on your printer is somehow not calibrated correctly, it may be too.
Which software is the best for robo 3d r1 printer robo 3d user. Robo 3d r1 plus vs makerbot replicator 5th gen which is. Use roboprint for robo slicing software for your robo e3. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you agree with it. The printer has a long list of features and is very versatile with the ability to handle most projects. In testing, it had more than its share of setup and operational issues. R1 3d printer by robo 3d easytouse robo 3d software powered by mattercontrol getting started video handling tools starter spool of 300g of robo blue filament the r1 3d printer by robo 3d is designed to help you begin 3d printing quickly and easily right out of the box. Robo 3d r1plus a2000 r1 plus 10x9x8inch fully assembled abs pla 3d printer, white. Everything seemed to be in order, but after starting my first print, the auto calibration thought that the zaxis was about 1020mm lower than the print bed. The xaxis chassis and extruder mashed against the print bed and popped off of the hex nut on the left threaded rod that controls the zaxis movement. Navigate to the zoffset wizard on the touchscreen under utilitieswizardszoffset wizard.
I have a robo3dr1 printer with auto bed calibration and i have tried it across. As for the bed leveling, thats the fatal flaw of the robo 3d printer. The software is adequate for 90% of people out there. The r1 comes fully assembled and with an automatic calibration function. Robo 3d r1 plus getting started video latest version.
Print plate leveling techautomatic leveling calibration. You can also slice your designs using a variety of advanced settings for customized support generation, software bed leveling. Whether you are looking to own one in the homeoffice or for diy projects, prototyping, and concept actualization, you now have what you need. The robo 3d r1 is a very good printer and exceptionally good value. Software configuration for printing robo 3d has teamed up with matterhackers to provide a top of the line 3d printing software that is very user friendly. The r1 plus 3d printer comes complete with 3d printing software to allow you to take objects you have. Robo printers run on a custom version of marlin, an open source 3d printer firmware. The company dedicates mattercontrol program for the printer.
Software print leveling will not work with the robo. From the start, the low price and the original, distinctive, white housing were the 3d printers characteristics. Nov 23, 2015 robo 3d is one of the most famous, lowcost 3d printers on the us market. It comes loaded with robo e3 print profiles recommended settings but allows you to customize advanced printing options. Use your sd card or print directly from your computer with this affordable, and fully assembled, 3d printer. This printer features automatic leveling calibration print plate. Contribute to robo3dr1plusmarlin development by creating an account on github. The robo 3d forums has many great guides, tips, and tricks. Corner rippling resolved 3d printing 3d printers talk. With a maximum build volume of 10 x 9 x 8 inches, this printer can produce fairly large scale objects.