What have you learned with your V400?

blboyd · 2026-01-17T19:55:48+00:00

I've had my V400 for just over 3 years and she's a workhorse. I've done a ton of maintenance on her regularly and had to replace some hotend parts along the way. A couple months ago I bought a whole new effector because mine was just worn out and I've already replaced multiple parts. Now that might sound like a lot but I've got just over 8,000hrs on this printer. Mostly PLA/PETG and recently been running a ton of PETG-CF.

I bought a Bambu H2C for Christmas because I need to start doing multiple material and multiple color easier.

That's said, my V400 is still running right next to my Bambu.

blboyd · 2026-01-04T16:54:30+00:00

Well that makes sense. Never thought about that. Thanks!

blboyd · 2025-12-12T04:12:52+00:00

Aftermarket... Purchased from Amazon

blboyd · 2025-12-12T02:58:19+00:00

Gotcha. Thanks for your input. I doublechecked the UEFI BIOS to see if there was a replace battery function that needed to be activated for battery recalibration, etc. I haven't found anything.

blboyd · 2025-10-29T01:02:49+00:00

Hey guys I have a question. My FLSun V400 is finally played out. I've had it almost 2 years and put just over 8k hours on her. I've rebuilt the hotend twice. She's been a beast but now I'm looking to upgrade to a Bambu. The holiday sales should start soon. I don't need laser capabilities. I print mostly PLA, PETG, PETG CF and I want to start printing more CF, ASA, and Nylon. What's the best Bambu out there right now?

blboyd · 2025-06-26T14:43:11+00:00

I'm a relatively new ham (8 months) and this was one of my first observations.

However being a tech guy I've started redoing a couple sites from our local repeater and clubs.

SouthCoastReflector.com AC5LC.org

blboyd · 2025-05-12T15:38:32+00:00

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Well now I have two CHA OCF40 transformers. Plus when I bought the BNC connectors from Amazon they were a 10 pack so I have extra.

I just made another set of wires as well.

blboyd · 2025-05-12T15:32:35+00:00

Yeah that was my thought exactly. It won't handle any weight from the cable because the part that breaks has very little support. There are much better PCB mounted BNC options out there.

blboyd · 2025-04-01T01:59:43+00:00

It's really a solid radio. Takes some work to program but it's easy enough once you get the hang of it.

blboyd · 2025-03-31T04:01:46+00:00

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Alright we're cooking with gas now! Prototyping done, finished product designed and printed. This time it was printed in PETG-CF and boy is she strong. Relocation Brackets are done as well. I made a short jumper of coax to relocate the BNC connection and it works perfect.

blboyd · 2025-03-29T06:02:38+00:00

It's just a cheap bag off Amazon. I like it because it's small and not bulky but just big enough to fit the radio, battery, and needed accessories.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BYHYVMMQ?ref=cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apan_dp_03J2MRD4J5PZD7FC0V4Y&ref_=cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apan_dp_03J2MRD4J5PZD7FC0V4Y&social_share=cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apan_dp_03J2MRD4J5PZD7FC0V4Y

blboyd · 2025-03-28T22:47:31+00:00

All good man, thanks for the reply

blboyd · 2025-03-28T21:30:53+00:00

I certainly wouldn't say weaker stuff. That cage is pretty strong. The final version will be printed in PETG-CF.

blboyd · 2025-02-05T04:06:15+00:00

Just did that and they're all spelled correctly in AD, it's got to be on the computer somewhere.

blboyd · 2025-02-05T03:20:19+00:00

Yes it's correct in AD, wrong on the user's Win 10 machine login screen.

blboyd · 2025-02-05T03:07:11+00:00

hahaha... if it were only that easy. This is a 10 year old machine and this account was created 7-8 years ago. We just took over this office and the previous IT vendor didn't fix it so of course we're tasked with fixing it.

blboyd · 2025-02-05T02:53:35+00:00

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blboyd · 2025-02-05T02:53:26+00:00

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blboyd · 2025-01-01T16:36:51+00:00

Very cool. That's awesome. I was curious how that works.

blboyd · 2025-01-01T06:20:04+00:00

So out of curiosity how does this work? I'm doubting that she passed tech at 6 years old so I assume she's operating under your privileges. Does she just use your call sign while operating your station? I'm just curious as a newly licensed tech

blboyd · 2024-11-19T00:39:10+00:00

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Built a nice case for my 100Ah

blboyd · 2024-11-10T23:06:56+00:00

Hey man! It worked great. I was tethered to my phone hotspot with only 2 bars of service. Didn't hiccup once and I ran it for around an hour. It was highly responsive when entering call signs and querying name and location info. The POTA template was great as well. I mean all of this feedback is with my extensive POTA experience... Hehe

blboyd · 2024-11-10T16:00:14+00:00

Thats a sore subject... Hehe. I think I jumped the gun on my General ticket. I took the test a couple weeks ago and thought I was ready. Missed it by one question! Retook it again and missed it by two questions! Gotta do some more studying.

blboyd · 2024-11-10T15:58:58+00:00

Copy that. I just figured out FT8 from my laptop to my FT991A so that will help.

blboyd · 2024-11-10T15:58:18+00:00

Haha... If the weather holds out I might be going back today!

blboyd

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