FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Load Marlin Firmware onto RAMPS with XLoader
Checkout our handy guide on loading the firmware quickly and easily! http://www.diyelectronics.co.za/firmware/RAMPS_XLoader_Guide_rev1.pdf
Tue, 17 May, 2016 at 7:12 PM
X / Y / Z / Extruder Axis Runs in Reverse
The motor axis is reversed, the easiest way to solve this issue is (with everything powered down) to flip the motor plug on the RAMPS board 180 degrees. T...
Tue, 17 May, 2016 at 7:12 PM
Endstops Do Not Work Correctly
First make sure the axis are all moving in the correct direction. Next in Repetier Host send the M119 command in the G-Code command line. Note the...
Tue, 17 May, 2016 at 7:14 PM
One of the Axis Does Not Work
The first thing to try is (with the power off) swap one of the working axis stepper motor drivers with the driver on the axis that doesn't work. Test ...
Fri, 20 May, 2016 at 2:29 PM
Build Guides for DIYElectronics Prusa i3
Please see the linked navigation guide to download all needed build documentation :)  Navigation Guide to build documentation.pdf
Tue, 31 May, 2016 at 12:38 PM
Rough Layers in Prints
The attached picture shows how A , C and D layers are very rough and layers  B are smooth. This seems to occur at the same levels in each of the mod...
Mon, 18 Jul, 2016 at 12:02 AM
Prusa i3 Cable Management
Cable management on your Prusa i3 kit, or any 3D printer kit, is very important in order to prevent failed prints and other cable related issues. The follow...
Wed, 22 Mar, 2017 at 3:49 PM
How to adjust first layer using "Marlin Baby Stepping"
Start print  Under "tune" in the main menu select "Babystepping Z" Turn the dial anti-clockwise to lower the nozzle closer to the ...
Tue, 28 Mar, 2017 at 3:13 PM
The Heated Bed Struggles to Reach 100'C or More
That's quite normal, we suggest printing ABS at 80-90'C bed temp, we find that is ideal with our aluminium build plate and ABS / Acetone solution.  ...
Wed, 26 Apr, 2017 at 12:56 PM
Editing your G-Code / Start / End G-Code etc
G-Code is the language that is used by your printer electronics to control the printer. The slicing program / toolchain such as Slic3r or Simplify3D generat...
Tue, 16 May, 2017 at 12:25 PM