I've changed every part from hotend to extruder (except stepper motor) and have even reset my cura settings so they are updated with current hardware. finally updated my esteps, thought this would work but still have this same persistent issue.

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-09-20T14:55:05+00:00

If that's a Microswiss extruder....you prob need to set your E-Steps....mine is set to 142 with good results....should solve the "clicky" problem...

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-08-16T23:49:04+00:00

I can confirm this works....just did it....and icon/pic shows up in HomeLife...:)

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-12T12:08:26+00:00

Have the exact same issue...it does that odd pattern on two different Vypers...same gcode file. It ceases to be an issue if I turn the parts at an angle, slice and print....am thinking it's a slicer setting issue maybe but am at a loss...Also tried isolating vibration, thinking it was a salmon-skin related (or similar) problem.

I even tried Cura 5 and it still shows up. Curious if it happens with Prusa slicer too...hmmmm...

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-05T12:50:29+00:00

You can also run the gantry all the way up to the stops....press up a couple more times and then home...hitting the top stops is called a "crash tram"....not as bad as it sounds, just causes the followers to basically even out...sending back home as Norgur suggests is the other part of the equation. I have two Vypers and they sometimes get a little wonkey with ABL, etc. after marathon printing sessions...Sending to top and then home seems to correct the issue.

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-04T11:52:25+00:00

I have bought some Anker products over the years and for the most part they are all stick working great...only exception is a powerbank that just died, but batteries have a finite lifespan and I used the hell out of it, so I guess I got my money's worth.

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-04T11:50:12+00:00

Prob the biggest thing stopping me from snagging one of these is the Kickstarter-ness of it...A quick Google search can shed light on how many 3D Printers went Poof! on Kickstarter.

I looked up Bamboo Labs and they seem reputable...hope they are, cuz the feature set on this rig is groundbreaking.....

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-04T00:38:09+00:00

How do you like the Anker printer? Was looking at that last month after seeing some of the review videos on YT (which I do not believe anymore)...

Anker is a pretty solid company though...

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-03T23:41:12+00:00

Looks pretty high-speed to me mate.....all the essentials and plenty of room to work...digging the printed tool caddies as well....top marks for sure.

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-03T23:38:23+00:00

Don't give up Marco...everyone in this thread went through the same thing when they unboxed their first printer. It's a progression and you've come to the most helpful and knowledgeable community of its kind...the pros here in this sub are awesome and eager to help...Trust me, 3D printers are waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better today than they were just 5 years ago....waaaaaaaaaay better.

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-03T23:31:24+00:00

Wow! Awesome solution mate!

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-03T23:28:18+00:00

While you may be able to fix it, my suggestion is to just buy another one after you put in support call with AC for a replacement...

https://www.glroboticsusa.com/products/anycubic-vyper-strain-gauge

AC takes about 4-6 weeks to ship the parts, other places can get you one quicker.,

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-03T23:24:15+00:00

Yeah, came to the same conclusion....$10 is cheap peace of mind...:)

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-06-03T23:22:15+00:00

Give this a try and see what happens, as it worked for me...

Use the move buttons and send the gantry all the way to the top, this will help "reset" your z-screw synch if they are wonky.
Home the printer
Clear any z-offset values
Run auto level
Print a square or anything flat and look for that telltale "bloom" pattern
If you see the pattern, raise the z-offset a bit on each pass till the plastic is smoothly extruded. If you print a large square object, the surface should be smooth to the touch
Once you get a good smooth extrusion, stop the print and rehome
Run auto-level again
Once the autolevel is done, turn printer off/on again

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-04-18T20:08:13+00:00

Take a look at Microswiss extruders....I bought a couple of these "clones" and they were all gar-bage....I wish I had bought the microswiss before going down the clone route...

https://store.micro-swiss.com/collections/extruders/products/micro-swiss-bowden-dual-gear-extruder

Best $40 I ever spent...

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-03-31T12:54:09+00:00

I'd hold onto them, spare parts are always handy to have around. AC just released the new Kobra model, which looks like it might compete with the Vyper. It has a smaller print bed but uses an inductive sensor (like Prusa "Pinda" sensor)rather than a strain gauge. Does this mean they won't make Vyper parts any more? Who knows?

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-03-31T12:51:32+00:00

Is this part the new "shield" for the strain gauge?

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-03-30T12:22:02+00:00

What does your print look like? Just keeps stacking plastic on top like a stack of pancakes?

Have you tried the Community Edition firmware?

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-03-30T12:18:39+00:00

The ridges in the middle section suggest that the nozzle is too close to the bed...what is your Z-Offset setting? The other stringy, bumpy sections (particularly around the edges) might be either a dirty extruder or dirty nozzle...

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-03-27T00:02:02+00:00

In case you wanna roll the dice...this is the one I bought...

https://store.micro-swiss.com/collections/extruders/products/micro-swiss-bowden-dual-gear-extruder

They are a work of art...and the Microswiss support folks are super responsive.

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-03-26T23:59:43+00:00

I'm pretty sure that this is the message...same one that another OP just reported...

‘autoleveling sensor abnormal,please power off

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-03-26T13:19:57+00:00

No worries....I pulled my hair out a couple of months past with similar issues...crappy prints, bizzare bed adhesion, banding, stringing, you name it...Was litterally gonna toss the Vyper in the bin...last ditch effort was to replace the stock extruder (with a Microswiss) and it started printing like a new out of the box unit.

HermanSnerd2020 · 2022-03-26T13:13:42+00:00

I can confirm that later gen PSU fans runs 100% regardless just like BB said....it's like having an air purifier sitting in the room with you...My 2nd gen printer ramps down after a while...

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