Voron V0.1
The Voron V0.1 is here!
"I swear I don't only print little boats"
The build -
After over 100 hours of printing parts for the build and 30 hours of assembly, the Voron V0.1 is alive (somehow still in one piece).
What is Voron?
The Voron Project is an open-source initiative focused on the design and development of high-performance, high-reliability 3D printers. Maks Zolin started Voron in 2015 with the goal to design no compromise printers. Voron now has multiple designs, including the small V0.1, the large V2.4 and others. Voron project: https://vorondesign.com/
Why did I build one?
You can't buy a Voron off the shelf - you must source and 3d print parts and assemble it yourself. While seeming daunting (rightfully so), this route comes with its own benefits.
Voron printers are very fast and high quality printers
Voron printers also offer a high degree of customization and flexibility.
Greater control over what quality of parts are in your printer
One way or another, you will get to learn how a printer works and how to assemble one
I built my V0.1 because I need a small, fast and high quality printer that I could also modify and customize. Also, I can now say I built a 3D printer with a 3D printer.
Showcase
Benchy timelapse on my V0.1
Some mods I've done
-SideSwipe Klicky Probe
The SideSwipe Klicky Probe is a microswitch based probe used to more accurately level the printing surface. It is deployed with a servo and attaches with magnets - very satisfying to watch. The switch collects height data from different points on the build plate and creates a 3d visualization; a Bed Mesh.
Example of a Bed Mesh
Deploying the probe and then docking it
Full Bed Mesh Sequence
Credit:
Christian Thomas (original design) : https://github.com/oldfar-t/Side-Swipe-Magnetic-Probe
Datura Dynamics (modified probe mount) : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5349738
-Nozzle Brush Cleaner
A very simple servo and brush pop up to remove any oozing plastic from the nozzle before a print. This helps prevent first layer failures.
Other Mods
The list goes on with mods that I have already done and ones that I am planning. Here are some that made the list:
Nevermore Micro V4 Air filter - https://github.com/nevermore3d/Nevermore_Micro
RaspberryPi Camera Webcam + Mount - https://www.printables.com/model/146877-voron-0-voron-01-raspberry-pi-camera-mount
Kirigami Bed Mount - https://github.com/christophmuellerorg/voron_0_kirigami_bed
Umbilical Cord - https://github.com/VoronDesign/Voron-Hardware/tree/master/V0-Umbilical
(There are also some smaller quality of life mods such as handles and panel mounts)