Hello Peopoly Community,
As we gear up for an exhilarating end to the year, we've got some thrilling updates to share with you. From production advancements to new product concepts and our upcoming presence at SMRRF 2023, there’s a lot happening at Peopoly!
【Production Milestones】
Our team has been diligently working on quality control and test runs to ensure every part of the Magneto X meets our high standards. We're excited to show you a sneak peek of the parts fresh from the factories, all lined up and ready for assembly. Below pictures from last week.
All parts for the Magneto X production are in place and ready for assembly. However, we've decided to temporarily pause the process. In our initial assembly using the mass production components, we encountered some printing inconsistency at lower speeds that did not existed in pre-production model. Our dedicated team immediately launched into an exhaustive investigation, dedicating long hours every day to identify the root cause.
By Friday night, our engineering team had a breakthrough. They pinpointed the need for updates to one of the PCB boards within the driver system used for mass production. This vital improvement, while crucial for optimal performance, will lead to an estimated delay of about 10-15 days, shifting our anticipated timeline to mid-December. We're committed to transparency and will keep you updated at every stage.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Klipper community for their assistance and insights during this process. Your collaborative spirit has been instrumental in helping us refine the Magneto X.
【Strong Magneto X Table Concept】
We're continually seeking ways to elevate your 3D printing experience. Our newest innovation is a custom-designed table specifically for the Magneto X. Robust and heavy, it includes a screw mount on the frame for secure printer placement, along with extra storage space beneath. We're considering offering this as a DIY kit for convenient shipping. Designed to use the same extrusion as the Magneto, it will seamlessly match in both color and style. You can easily source panels locally using our design diagrams. We’re eager to hear your feedback on this idea!
【0.6mm Extrusion 】
We’ve received numerous inquiries about the performance of the 0.6mm nozzle. After fine-tuning the hotend and melt zone, we're thrilled to report a flow rate exceeding 70mm^3/s with selected filaments. Our tests with the flow calibration model in Orca Slicer are yielding encouraging outcomes. While we’re still perfecting to reduce a bit of stringing, the potential for fast printing is impressive – not only achieving over 700mm/s with a 0.4mm nozzle but also surpassing 300mm/s with a 0.6mm nozzle. The 0.6mm nozzle offers an immediate enhancement in part strength without needing to switch filament types, often accompanied by a notable decrease in total print time.
【SMRRF 2023 - Meet Us There!】
We are excited to attend SMRRF 2023, hosted by our friends at E3D. This event is not only a tribute to Sanjay but also an opportunity to showcase the latest Magneto X. We plan to demonstrate live printing, highlighting its ability to maintain high speeds and flow rates, even with a 0.6mm nozzle. And we will bring the table concept too so we can printing in a stable manner.
Stay tuned for more updates, and we hope to see many of you at SMRRF 2023!
Warm regards,
The Peopoly Team
12 comments
Kissker
While I am happy about a table design, as I just shopped around to find one that might be suitable for this very use just this week – I am a little concerned with cost of it.
I mean just rough estimate on it’s size, a 3030 aluminum extrusion table of similar build would be… somewhere around $230 USD. (with shipping, for those in the US) so if it is too much more than that – it may look similar to the Printer, but would lose some function a aluminum extrusion can provide. (such as easy attachment points, paneling, etc)
Nikhil Ramkarran
Yes please on the DIY table kit.
Zdenko
I would love to have a very low platform but on wheels to use under the printer (ideally 10-15cm clearance). Is it thinkable to use the printer on wheels that are locked while printing?
Johann
Thanks for the update! Definitely happy for you to rather take your time and make sure the printer is up to your quality standards—the timeline is very tight as is. I’d rather wait longer if it means I get a solid, mature machine where the kinks are already worked out.
From the images for the table I first thought you’d announce an XL version of the printer! 😂
In principle it’s not a bad idea, but I also wonder how many people would get that over just using their own furniture or sourcing generic Aluminium extrusions (like basic 4040 profiles) that are easier to interface with other stuff.
Peopoly
“Sanford Freedman
What about the new accessories/upgrades mentioned in the previous blog? When will they be available for purchase and can we get them included in the initial ship?
I’m interested in the table, but only if it provides some features or benefits over a regular table or industrial rack. For instance, if the storage area provides humidity control or filament management capabilities to assist with using one of the varied third-party MMU products. Also, if the table only includes the frames but we need to source other parts, I lose most of my interest in it."
Hi Sanford, Thank you very much for your suggestion on the table, I have already given it to the R&D department. Regarding the air filter and heater, it is currently under development testing. If there are any updates, we will release them on social media in a timely manner. Thank you very much for your support and patience.
Peopoly
“Torsten
I too don’t like the ventilation openings at the base under the bed. My concern is related to filament pieces falling into the electronics. I’ve had several printers which used this kind of up-facing opening – in every case I’ve had to design an air-intake cover to prevent small filament pieces and strings from entering the electronics enclosure…”
Hi Torsten, Please don’t worry, Regarding the vents for the cooling fan location, we have made modifications to the version that will be shipped, and the bottom will be sealed. If you have more ideas and suggestions, please share them with us in detail. Thank you.
Peopoly
“Seth
It’s great to finally get a blog update. I myself am not even concerned about the delay so long as it means better performance at all speeds and with all materials(I myself tend to default to ASA, PA, and PC). I would like to address a concern with the cooling fan intake placement on the base of the printer but inside the frame/enclosure. If the enclosure is being used along with the active heater then the electronics will be getting cooked with preheated air if cooling fans are left in this position. Will this fan location be moved to underneath the printer as that seems an ideal place that will allow the current fan size so long as some type of feet are used to leave airgap between table top and bottom of printer.”
Hi Seth, Thank you very much for your suggestions. We will feedback on these suggestions to the engineers. If there are any updates, we will release them on social media in a timely manner.
Regarding the vents for the cooling fan location, we have made modifications to the version that will be shipped, and the bottom will be sealed.
Peopoly
“Xelinor
I’d DEFINITELY consider a table, especially if you could maybe even integrate an add-on for filament storage (like a climate controlled dry box) and maybe even a multi-color/cutter head accessory option? The table definitely opens up possibilities!”
Hi Xelinor, Thank you for your suggestion. I have already given it to the R&D department. If we release new products or new features in the future, we will release them on social media in a timely manner, so stay tuned!
Sanford Freedman
What about the new accessories/upgrades mentioned in the previous blog? When will they be available for purchase and can we get them included in the initial ship?
I’m interested in the table, but only if it provides some features or benefits over a regular table or industrial rack. For instance, if the storage area provides humidity control or filament management capabilities to assist with using one of the varied third-party MMU products. Also, if the table only includes the frames but we need to source other parts, I lose most of my interest in it.
Torsten
To add to Seth’s comment:
I too don’t like the ventilation openings at the base under the bed. My concern is related to filament pieces falling into the electronics. I’ve had several printers which used this kind of up-facing opening – in every case I’ve had to design an air-intake cover to prevent small filament pieces and strings from entering the electronics enclosure…
Seth
It’s great to finally get a blog update. I myself am not even concerned about the delay so long as it means better performance at all speeds and with all materials(I myself tend to default to ASA, PA, and PC). I would like to address a concern with the cooling fan intake placement on the base of the printer but inside the frame/enclosure. If the enclosure is being used along with the active heater then the electronics will be getting cooked with preheated air if cooling fans are left in this position. Will this fan location be moved to underneath the printer as that seems an ideal place that will allow the current fan size so long as some type of feet are used to leave airgap between table top and bottom of printer.
Xelinor
I’d DEFINITELY consider a table, especially if you could maybe even integrate an add-on for filament storage (like a climate controlled dry box) and maybe even a multi-color/cutter head accessory option? The table definitely opens up possibilities!