Maker Ultimate 2 3D Printer P/N 36045 User's Guide
CONTENTS SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES ....................................................................................................................................... 4 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5 FEATURES .....................................................................................................................
Build Plate Adhesion Tab ............................................................................................................................................................... 26 Retraction Tab ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 27 Material Tab ...........................................................................................................
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. Do not reach inside the printer during operation. Always allow the printer and extruded filament to cool before reaching inside. Take care to avoid touching hot parts, including heat blocks, extruder nozzle, build platform, and extruded filament.
This device uses a grounded power cord and requires a ground connection for safe operation. Ensure that the power source has a proper ground connection. Do not modify the plug or use a "cheater" plug to bypass the ground connection. Unplug this device from the power source when not in use. Take care to prevent damage to the power cord. Do not allow it to become crimped, pinched, walked on, or become tangled with other cords. Ensure that the power cord does not present a tripping hazard.
FEATURES Supports auto leveling Includes a heated, removable, glass build platform Can print using a USB connection to your PC or from a sliced gcode file on a microSD™ card Supports ABS, PLA, metal fill, wood fill, and other filament types with melting points below 250°C 200 x 150 x 150 mm print area Can print at speeds up to 150mm/sec.
PACKAGE CONTENTS Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice Customer Service for a replacement.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front View 1. Top Cover 2. Front Door 3. AC Power Socket and Power Switch 4. LCD Display 5. Control Knob 6. Heated Build Platform 7.
Right Side View 1. Filament Holder 2. microSD™ Card Slot 3.
MENU SYSTEM Menu Map In fo Screen B ack Filam ent In R etract Prep are A uto h om e M ove axis C an celall Levelb ed N o zzle Tem p erature D o or O p en C heck B ed C on trol Set Filam en t C h eck Set Z O ffset M ach in e In fo Prin t from SD G cod e files list Menu Operation The Control Knob to the right of the LCD Display is used to manipulate the menu. If on a menu or submenu, turn the Control Knob counterclockwise to move the menu highlight up or to the left.
If on a menu or submenu, push the Control Knob to enter the highlighted submenu or to select the highlighted entry for editing. If editing a value, turn the Control Knob counterclockwise to decrease the value. If editing a value, turn the Control Knob clockwise to increase the value. If editing a value, push the Control Knob to save the displayed value and return to the previous menu or submenu. Main Menu Info Screen: Displays the printer information screen.
Stop print: When printing a model, select Stop print to cancel the print operation. Info Screen Press the Control Knob to exit the Info Screen. Prepare Menu Main: Select the Main option to return to the Main Menu. Filament In: Loads filament. Retract: Unloads filament. Auto home: Moves the extruder and build platform to their home positions. Set home offsets: Displays the Set Home Offsets screen. Move axis: Opens the Move Axis menu.
Move Axis Menu Prepare: Returns to the Prepare Menu. Move 10mm: Selecting the Move 10mm option displays the movement screen, as shown on the left above, allowing you to move the X and Y axes only. Move 1mm: Selecting the Move 1mm option displays the movement screen, as shown on the right above, allowing you to move the X, Y, and Z axes, as well as the extruder. Move 0.1mm: Selecting the Move 0.
value and return to the Move Axis Menu. This option will only be visible when choosing 1mm or 0.1mm. Extruder: Select the Extruder option to open the Move Extruder Edit Screen. Rotate the Control Knob to push filament in or out, then press it to save the value and return to the Move Axis Menu. This option will only be visible when choosing 1mm or 0.1mm. Control Menu Main: Select the Main option to return to the Main Menu. Level bed: Starts the bed leveling process.
Temperature Menu Control: Select the Control option to return to the Control Menu. Nozzle: Select the Nozzle option to open the Nozzle Temperature Edit Screen. Rotate the Control Knob to set the temperature, then press it to save the value and return to the Temperature Menu. Bed: Select the Bed option to open the Bed Temperature Edit Screen. Rotate the Control Knob to set the temperature, then press it to save the value and return to the Temperature Menu.
Set Filament_Check Menu When set to On, printing will automatically pause if the filament runs out. When set to Off, printing will continue, even if the filament runs out (though nothing will actually print, of course). Set Z_Offset Menu Set Z_Offset: Adjusts the gap between the nozzle and the print bed. Positive values increase the size of the gap, while negative values decrease the size of the gap.
Machine Info Screen This screen displays the Machine Name and Firmware Version. WIIBUILDER SLICING SOFTWARE The printer includes the WiiBuilder slicing software on the included microSD™ card. Use the included card reader to display the contents of the microSD card on your PC to install the program. Installation Perform the following steps to install the WiiBuilder slicing software. 1. Locate and run the WiiBuilder.exe software on the microSD card to install the WiiBuilder software program.
2. The Wizard will prompt you to select the install location. If you don't want to use the default install location, use the Browse... button to select a different directory. Click the Next button when you are satisfied with the install location. 3. Click the Install button to continue. 4. Once the installation is complete, click the Next button to continue.
5. Click the Finish button to complete the installation and launch the program. WiiBuilder Setup 1. Once the program launches, the Initial Setup Wizard will launch. It will inform you of several program basics, including how to load model files, the locations of the slice buttons, etc. Read each page, clicking the next button to proceed from page to page. Click the finished button on the final page to close the Wizard.
2. Once the Wizard closes, you will be prompted to select the printer model and the units of measure you want to use. MP Maker Ultimate2 is the default selection. Click the OK button to continue. 3. Click the Config > GUI Choices > Expert GUI. 4. Click one of the Slice buttons to display the Basic Configure dialog.
5. Click the Advanced Configure button to display the following dialog. The following sections detail the options on each tab. Speed Tab The Speed Tab features the following options: Top/Bottom Speed (mm/s): Sets the printing speed of the top and bottom surfaces of the model. Outer shell speed (mm/s): Sets the printing speed of the external shell surfaces. Inner shell speed (mm/s): Sets the printing speed of the internal shell surfaces.
Support Infill Speed (mm/s): Sets the printing speed of infill inside the model supports. Support Interface Speed (mm/s): Sets the printing speed of the top and bottom surfaces of the model supports. Initial Layer Speed (mm/s): Sets the printing speed of the first layer of the model. Travel speed (mm/s): Sets the movement speed of the nozzle when not printing.
Infill Patterns Lines Grid Triangle Zig Zag Concentric Cross 23
Octet Support Tab Support Pattern: Use the drop-down menu to select one of five support patterns, including Lines, Grid, Triangles, Zig Zag, and Concentric. The pattern designs are the same as those of the infill patterns of the same name. o Lines support is easier to remove and is used on models that require more support. o Grid support is used on small models, which need fewer supports. o Zig Zag support is used for models that are particularly difficult to remove.
Support Top Gap (mm): The distance between the top of the support and the model surface. The smaller the distance, the more effective the support, but is more difficult to remove from the model surface, resulting in residual material on the model surface. The larger the distance, the less effective the support, but is easier to remove from the model surface, resulting in a smoother surface. Support Bottom Gap (mm): The distance between the bottom of the support and the model surface.
Build Plate Adhesion Tab Raft Air Gap (mm): The distance between the raft and the model. This determines the difficulty of removing the raft from the model. Raft Extra Margin (mm): The distance between the edge of the raft and the model surface. Raft Base thickness (mm): Determines the thickness of the raft. Initial Layer Z Overlap: Determines the amount of overlap between the first and second layers of the model.
Skirt Line Count: Sets the number of anti-overflow lines at the end of the model in contact with the build platform. Retraction Tab Horizontal Travel Retraction: Check this box to enable filament retraction when the nozzle is not printing and is moving in a horizontal direction. Retract at Layer Change: Check this box to retract the filament when switching from layer to layer. Retraction speed (mm/s): Sets the speed at which filament is retracted.
Material Tab Filament flow (%): Sets the flow rate of filament in the melting state. This is set according to the type of filament being used. In general, the flow rate for PLA or PLA Pro is 90 and the flow rate of ABS is 100. Filament Diameter (mm): Sets the diameter of the filament being used. This printer only supports 1.75mm diameter filament. Auto Change Temperature: When printing, the nozzle will automatically change the printing temperature according to the type of filament being used.
Start Layers at Same Position: This option changes the accuracy of the model in the same plane. It is generally set by default. Layer Start PositionX (mm): This option allows you to change the X axis coordinates of the position of the model layer. Layer Start PositionY (mm): This option allows you to change the Y axis coordinates of the position of the model layer. Machine Tab Right Nozzle Diameter (mm): Sets the diameter of the nozzle on the right extruder.
Line Width Tab Outer Wall Line Width (mm): This is the width of the outermost wall line. By lowering this value, higher levels of detail can be printed. Inner Wall(s) Line Width (mm): This is the width of a single wall line for all walls except the outermost wall. Top/Bottom Line Width (mm): This is the width of the top and bottom lines. Infill Line Width (mm): This is the width of a single infill line. Support Line Width (mm): This is the width of a single support structure line.
Dual Extrusion Tab Standby Temperature (°C): Sets the temperature of the second extruder when not actively printing. Prime Tower Size (mm): This is the extrusion width of the prime tower. The prime tower is a location that the printer will use to switch nozzles during dual extrusion to prevent a gap in the model by printing a small amount of filament at the prime tower location. Ooze Shield Distance (mm): This is the size of the circle of protection layers printed on the edge of the model.
Warping Precaution Tab Z Offset (mm): When the Z axis bias is set to negative, the nozzle will print closer to the build platform, which helps reduce warping on large models. Extra Skin Wall Count: This value sets the number of contours on the outer surface of the model. Initial Layer Increment (°C): This value is used to increase the printing temperature of the first layer, which helps reduce warping on large models.
o User Specified: This option allows you to specify the X and Y start/stop location, which determines where the Z Seam will appear. o Random: With this option, the printer will randomly choose the start/stop location, which prevents building a column. o Sharpest Corner: The start/stop location and the Z Seam will appear in the sharpest corner of the model. Z Seam X (mm): This option is the X location of the Z Seam. This option can only be set when the Z Seam Type is set to User Defined.
Skin Alternate Rotation: Typically, a 3D printer will print solid layers for the top and bottom layers. When doing this, it changes direction 90 degrees from layer to layer. This setting changes that behavior to add an additional 45 degrees of rotation every two layers. The following images illustrate the normal print direction of the first three layers. The following image illustrates the print direction of layer three when the Skin Alternate Rotation option is enabled.
GETTING STARTED 1. Open the box and remove the printer from the protective foam. Set it on a flat, stable surface, then remove the plastic film. 2. Use a pair of scissors or side cutters to remove the zip ties and silicon rubber sheets on the Z-axis. 3. Use the included 2mm Allen wrench and the included spanner to remove the fixed support on the Z-axis. 4. Remove the microSD™ card from the accessory box and insert it in the card slot to the left of the display.
5. Remove the filament holder from the accessory box and install it inside the printer. Remove the spool of filament and hang it on the filament holder, then insert the end of the filament into the sensor until it comes out of the tube. 6. Press the extruder handle, then insert filament into the hold to a depth of about 4cm. 7. Open the Control menu, then choose the Filament In options. Wait for the filament to finish loading. 8. Go back to the Main menu, then select the Print from SD option.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE All 3D printers require periodic maintenance, including several maintenance tasks that should be performed daily. Cleaning the Nozzle Extruded filament and filament particles can accumulate around the nozzle. Use tweezers and a cleaning cloth to remove extraneous filament. Clearing a Blocked Nozzle The nozzle can become blocked from time to time. Perform the following steps to clear a blocked nozzle. 1. Use a 2.
3. Grasp the heated nozzle with a pair of pliers, then use a 1.5mm Allen wrench to clear the blockage. 4. Reinstall the nozzle, then secure it in place with the screw.
Replacing the Tape on the Build Platform Check the surface of the tape on the build platform for wear and unevenness. If it becomes worn, it should be replaced to ensure that the model can adhere properly to the platform. Perform the following steps to replace the tape. 1. Slowly remove the existing tape, taking care to remove any residue. 2. Using the included roll of tape, carefully cover the build platform. Take care to ensure that there are no bubbles under the tape or gaps between the strips of tape.
2. Unplug the cable connecting the nozzle motor. 3. Using a 2.5mm Allen wrench, loosen the screw shown in the image below and to the left, then unplug the nozzle. 4. Completely unscrew the two hex head screws on the right side, then remove the motor and cooling fan. 5. Use tweezers to clean the filament debris on the motor gear. 6. Reinstall the motor and cooling fan, then secure them in place with the two hex head screws removed in step 4 above. 7.
SPECIFICATIONS Model 36045 Maximum Printing Area 7.9" x 5.9" x 5.9" (200 x 150 x 150 mm) Filament Diameter 1.75mm Nozzle Diameter 0.4mm Printing Speed 20 ~ 150 mm/sec XY Axis: 0.011mm Positioning Accuracy Z Axis: 0.0025mm ABS, PLA, PLA Pro, TPU, TPE, PET, Metal fill, Supported Filament Types Wood fill, etc. Supported Software WiiBuilder, Cura, Simplify3D, Slic3r, Kisslicer Supported File Formats .STL, .gcode, .
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user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Notice for Industry Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
WEEE Information User information for consumer products covered by EU Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Monoprice products.
Safety Notice WARNING: Do not use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near swimming pool or in an area where accidental contact with water or liquid might occurs WARNING: Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from the surge caused by lightning WARNING: The external power adapter or AC power cord is the equipment's disconnection device.
