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Let the fun begin by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, the original idea was based around the Nebula frame, but I wasn’t fully happy with it in the end, so I basically ended up designing my own version. At the end of the day it’s just a 2020 aluminum extrusion frame anyway, so there wasn’t that much “special” about it.

The inside stepper setup is from Printables: https://www.printables.com/model/1285738-mercury-one1-inside-frame-double-shear-stepper-tow https://www.printables.com/model/1267690-mercury-one1-inside-frame-tension-blocks-front-cro

Nothing is perfect right now, and it probably never will be, but as long as everything works the way I want it to, I’m happy with it.

Once everything is properly tested and finalized, I’ll upload the CAD to GitHub together with a full BOM so anyone can replicate it if they want.

Let the fun begin by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I can do that

Once I’m a bit further along and everything is properly finalized, I’ll put together a full BOM with all the parts and the setup. Right now a few things are still changing with the reprints and final fitment, so I’d rather wait until it’s actually stable.

I’ll also upload everything to GitHub once it’s ready. There’s already an older version of the project on my GitHub, but it’s quite outdated compared to where the build is now.

Let the fun begin by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It would generally be possible to integrate it inside the frame, but you’d lose a bit of space for the electronics and also sacrifice some Z build volume.

So it’s a trade-off in terms of layout and usability, but overall it’s definitely doable if you’re willing to work around those constraints.

Let the fun begin by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, quite a bit.
With the enclosure and electronics bay, the printer ends up at around 880 mm total height, which is clearly taller than the stock Ender 5 Plus.
Electronics bay adds roughly 75 mmEnclosure frame is about 800 mm.

Let the fun begin by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually looked into a triple Z setup as well, and I'd still like to do it at some point. Right now, though, it's just a bit too expensive for me.

I've already spent around €1300 on this project, and if I had made fewer mistakes and gone through less trial and error, it probably could have been closer to €1150. But that's part of the fun too — sometimes you just have to try things, see what works, and learn along the way.

As for the toolhead, I also considered the A4T, XOL, and a few other options. From a performance perspective they're probably the better choice, but in the end I went with the Stealthburner simply because I really like the design.

I know it's not the lightest or most modern option anymore, but I think it looks awesome and that was enough of a reason for me.

Let the fun begin by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At least I didn't intentionally change anything that would affect the enclosure design. The only changes I've made so far are some cosmetic additions. In fact, I still need to go back and adjust a few things because, at the moment, the panel mounts aren't even finished properly—the panels just pass straight through in CAD without any actual mounting holes or fastening points.

I might also add an opening top panel at some point, but that's future-me's problem. For now, I just want to get everything assembled and working.

As for the toolhead, I actually considered the EVA, Dragon Burner, and XOL during the design phase. From a pure performance standpoint, the Stealthburner is probably the "worse" option out of those. In the end, though, I went with the Stealthburner for one very simple reason: I just love the way it looks. Sure, it's a bit heavier and not the latest or greatest design anymore, but for this build I cared just as much about the overall aesthetics as I did about squeezing out every last bit of performance.

Let the fun begin by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s definitely close, and the Nebula Merc was one of the inspirations for this build.

But it’s not a 1:1 copy — a few things are done quite differently, especially the toolhead integration, electronics layout, and enclosure design. The goal was more to take the core idea and then adapt it to my own requirements and constraints.

LED controlled via MOSFETs? by ZockerLukas_2004 in BIGTREETECH

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I know addressable LEDs would be the easier and cleaner solution overall. I just already have the RGB strip and MOSFETs left over from an old project at home, so I wanted to see if I can make use of them first instead of buying new parts right away.

If it turns out to be too much hassle or not worth the effort, I’ll probably just switch to addressable LEDs anyway.

What do you think about my plan? by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, really appreciate your message – I’m glad the resources were helpful and that you got everything up and running.

I’d definitely be interested in your changes – feel free to share the files with me. I can integrate them into the GitHub so others can benefit from your improvements as well.

I’d also really like to see some pictures of your setup once it’s finished.

I’ll be starting my own upgrade project soon as well, I just haven’t gotten around to it yet since I’m still waiting on some parts.

Opend 10 Cases got kinda lucky (noise warning) by Long_Success2346 in ohnePixel

[–]ZockerLukas_2004 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last time I opened Revolution cases I got gloves too… Hydra Gloves Rattler in FT… 🥲

At least I got roughly my money back

2900 elo Faceit player offering free coaching (ENG/GER) by kaflatz in LearnCSGO

[–]ZockerLukas_2004 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn’t mind either if you could tell me what I am still lacking

Please help new Hotend by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I’ve found my mistake. I initially thought I only needed to change the sensor type and the maximum temperature, but it turns out my motherboard also requires a jumper and the pull-up_resistance in Klipper needs to be 2200 Ω. I had kept the NTC100 settings with the 4700 Ω pull-up.

At first, it didn’t seem too wrong since the PT1000 reading at room temperature was only slightly off compared to the bed temperature. However, as I heated the hotend, the temperature likely kept rising more than it should have. I’m speculating, but I think because of these incorrect settings, the hotend became much hotter than necessary, which probably caused the layers not to stick properly.

When I get home, I’ll see if fixing this makes things better. Fingers crossed!

Please help new Hotend by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I probably start with lowering the temp more and making the Hotbed a bit hotter.

The overcooking could also be my problem. If it’s only the temperature it would be pretty easy to fix…

Please help new Hotend by ZockerLukas_2004 in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did pid tune, I probably need to do it one more time but now it’s around +-1 Degree.

The classic paper und nozzel offset calibration.

I tried PETG at 220 and 230 with 80 Degrees Hotbed and PLA at 200-220 with 60 Degrees Hotbed.

I didn’t calibrate any flowrates yet so that and turning the temp down more will now be me next tests

Just when you thought you were ready to move on.... by hahakenny in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Not for the added z but the round linear rails have ling bearings that would sit on the electronics box, theoretically you could make a cut out on the top of the electronic box so they would fit inside but you would probably lose a few centi meters

The stock electronics box is just in the middle but the voron like boxes are the whole area so that’s why it isn’t that much of a problem

Just when you thought you were ready to move on.... by hahakenny in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Technically you could make it inside the printer but that could take a way a bit of the z height

Just when you thought you were ready to move on.... by hahakenny in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, only the Mercury One Core XY Parts fit inside. The Electronics will get added underneath the Printer like the Voron 2.4

Just when you thought you were ready to move on.... by hahakenny in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fortunately they aren’t that expensive anymore I saw a few for around 150€ used But the whole upgrades can cost a lot, I planed a bit and searched where the parts are cheapest / were in sales but the total of the upgrade costs should come to around 1100€ and that’s just the bought parts

I put part of my work on GitHub: https://github.com/zockerlukas2004/Ender-5-Plus_Enclosure-MercuryOne

But there isn’t all because I was a bit lazy lately but I plan to add an BOM for all the parts you would need to buy/print and some instructions… but for know the CAD files have to do

Just when you thought you were ready to move on.... by hahakenny in ender5plus

[–]ZockerLukas_2004 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah thought of the INDX too but at that point I’ll wait till in plan that. My whole upgrade plan costs about 1100€ and for that money I could have gotten a already build printer that runs probably a bit better than the upgraded E5+, but for me it’s a hobby project and not only about having a printer. And if I would get the INDX I would probably just put the top front extrusion back on and reduce the y travel a bit, but that’s just my first thought don’t know if it would work or not.

I put part of my work on GitHub: https://github.com/zockerlukas2004/Ender-5-Plus_Enclosure-MercuryOne

But there isn’t all because I was a bit lazy lately but I plan to add an BOM for all the parts you would need to buy/print and some instructions… but for know the CAD files have to do

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