I found that to be one of the coolest things about a 3D printer. No need to wait for some dude in the company to make this upgrade i need for sale....i can just make it myself right now. Most of these cool upgrades are then standard on the next versions ;)
Thanks for this. I’ve got my first 3d printer arriving tomorrow being a Neptune 4 plus. I’ll be printing these straight away. I really like the cable management prints.
I just bought an Neptune 3 Pro, and your video is the only one that i found that show some usefull mods to do on the printer, great video!! I'm waiting for the new video to see some more upgrades that i can do for my printer, thanks a lot for the tips!
@@Pontelli sure, i can do that. Do the files in your slicer dont lay flat on the build plate? If that is the problem, maybe i can write you what to do about it, so you dont have to wait 2 videos. Or do you have problems with 1st Layer or other things you want to solve in the Slicer settings?
The 3 Pro is a great Printer vor Beginners, mine worked out of the Box after i Build it, and of course, first 2 things was 2 Benchys, one with the file elegoo gives and one i made by myself, after that, tool holder and next is a Cable Chain, thes in the Video looked soooo smooooth 😂😂😂😂
Great video. Very interesting upgrades. I like especially the belt blocker. Layer today I am gonna see if my cable touches anything and if so I will build the cable guide. And what I like the most is your honesty. Resolving the solution of your mistakes.
Thank you for your kind comment, i really appreciate it. The Belt blocker works fine, but currently i am editing part 6 of this series in wich i replace the belt tension blocker on the x axis with a camera mount that also holds that adjusting wheel in place. I wish you a good time printing and much fun in this awesome hobby :-)
@@Dirt-E-Bikes would love to see a kind of camera holder for cameras that have a kind of screw in de middle below. Which you then can screw on. Can't wait to see more videos from you. Thx for sharing
I ordered Neptune 4 Pro, i hope i will receive it.Found this video! I think i will print all your upgrades. They look realy good! Thanks for video and upgrade idea!
you are very welcome. If you do decide to do so, its a very cool project and i wish you a lot of fun doing it. i am currently uploading part 6 of that Elegoo upgrade-series, so there is a lot more you can modify on that printer then just the Cable chains. Cheers ✌
Thanks for your kind words👍, in a few days comes part 2 of that video with more cool mods, im cuting that video right now. And im allready filming (and printing) for part 3 ;-)
On the plus, can you raise the z all the way up? Does the z mount bracket jam in the frame? The stiffening bars on the plus and max meet at an angle and might pinch the thick bracket?
You are welcome, and thanks for your kind comment, it means a lot to me. This video is only the 1st of that series, 3 Parts are out now and im working on part 4 right at the moment. Have fun and a nice day ✌
Glad to hear that, i know its not optimal, but i have a strong swiss accent and you would probabely not understand half of what i say if i would speak ;-) ✌️
@@happybobyou thanks for your comment happybobyou. Most comments about the voice are negative, and im trying different stuff to make it better. In my newer videos i used my own voice + filter... Still not optimal, but a biz more natural than in this video ;-)
I used two fingers. One finger on each of two sides at a back corner, and then aim the opposite corner into place. But a real physical guide / backstop was an oversight by Elegoo Neptune.
Hey Tony, you are very welcome. Its a whole series now, im now editing part 6 of these Upgrade videos ;-) Wish you a nice day printing and thanks for you kind words, thats what keep me motivated 👍
Good question, and Sorry, for the late answer, there is no part that connects the spine cable to the large Cable link. I just did the spine links on the extruder cabel until the whole cable was covered. If you find a better way to do this, please let me know. Have a nice day ✌
@@trapstoner hi trapstoner, i did not connect the spine cable to the big link, it just looks that way because i "filled" the extruder cable with the spine links so its a tight fit, but they are not "connected" but loose.
Hi, thanks for your kind comment. Not all but Most of the shown parts should work on the N4 plus and max as well. I guess you will need more links on the chains ;-)
Big thanks for this - I'm developing an alternative rear fan assembly to utilise normal PC case fans. My six N4's sound like a jet taxiing to the runway and it's intolerable ✈
Your welcome 👍 Oh wow, you have 6 of these machines? I only have one and I think the noise level is borderline. Good idea to design an alternative fan. I can't wait to see your design and the volume. Can you post a link here?
Sure - we're waiting on a few parts to finalise the design for performance testing and then it will be ready to share. It looks like a single 140mm mid-RPM fan is the way to go. I'm hoping that a 25mm fan blade will be sufficient otherwise 38mm blades will be used.@@Dirt-E-Bikes
@@11thHourRecords I'm very excited about it. A lot of people have already written to me about how loud the original fan is, because many people are annoyed by it. That sounds like a very promising upgrade for a lot of people. My printer is in a seperated room with very thik walls, so its not that big of a problem for me, but i can still hear it running when i print something and go to sleep 😅
I can't wait to get rid of my Boeing 747! There's a product render on my channel - still some optimisation to do but acoustic profile will be 26 - 45dB 👍 @@Dirt-E-Bikes
@@Dirt-E-Bikes your welcome, though it is gonna be a while before I get the N4 Max as I already have an Elegoo 3d printer to make my 1:32 scale locomotives, but the print bed is too small for some parts. Still looking forward to it the next year.
What nozzle temp & speed did you use for spine & chain? I had 70 on the bed, 225 nozzle temp & 70 on speed and it didn’t work. Thanks for your time. Great videos.
@@TopBlackWaterSniper thanks Mate, i think to the time of the video i just used the standard (fast) settings for PLA. So 250 speed and 220°C on the nozzle, 60 on the bed (if i remeber correctly). What filament are you using?
@@TopBlackWaterSniper nice, that printer will look sick when you install that 👍 What is the problem when printing spine and chain? Does it fall of the bed mid print?
@@Dirt-E-Bikes , it gets about 3% in and then gets all messed up. I ordered some Elegoo Rapid Plus+ filament to see if this might be the problem. The bed corner stops have been the only 2 things that printed with no problems. X and Y axis stoppers prints get a little over halfway done and then get snagged and then it’s ruined.
Merhaba İsmethakan, yorumun için teşekkürler ve cevap vermem bu kadar uzun sürdüğü için üzgünüm. Evet, ben de yazıcıdan çok memnunum, her ne kadar zaman zaman bazı aksaklıklar yaşasa da ;-) Haftaya iyi bir başlangıç yap, görüşmek üzere
Also watching the video for the 4 plus. Mine did not arrive in jet, but I think that it can be used, at least most of the parts. It's basically an upscaled version of the 4 pro.
Hi Kilad Dalik, your welcome :-) Do you meen the number of Links to the different chains? I am not at home right now, but i can count them when im back.
@@kiladdalik1469 Hi Kiladdalik, sure, here you go: For the big chain, i used 31 chain links. For the Heatbed chain, 17 links For the spinal chain to extruder, 22 links. Hope that helps 😊
In my opinion, most of these upgrades actually are counterproductive to optimizing the printer. It's adding weight and also restrictive motion. Why would you have all your tools riding up and down on the Z axis? Don't do additions to the printer just because it's convenient or neat. Optimize the printer to work it's best.
Yes, some parts may reduce performance a little, but they also make the system more user-friendly. I actually removed the tools on the x-axis because i had the same thoughts as you ;-)
Hey boss. Trying to make this all work with my new Neptune 3 plus. So far so good little tweaks here and there. However I’m struggling printing the spine cable. Female end down. Anyways the female end should be hollow but the print drupes. Do I need supports for this model? I’m new to printing this might be my 10th print. I’m struggling and not ready to quit.
@@NorDesigns Hi Nor-Tody, i printed the spine cable as you said - female end down on the print plate, and with no supports. How does it fill the female end? Sorry i dont understand what the word "drupes" mean. Can you describe the problem? Anyway, female side down and no supports did it in my case. I think this is the only orientation that makes sense, but maybe in your case you can try with some supports
@@Dirt-E-Bikes I have another problem with the female part. I tried PLA and PETG bot every time the female part breaks if I put the male part into it. Did you experienced such an issue?
Hi Ginge, thanks for the sub and your comment. I use voiceover.ai i should write that in the description of the video but forgot. Not 100% sure if its .ai or someting other. If you cant find it let me know 👍
Love the video, just bought my neptune 4, how much gram of material did you use for all of those upgrade? And also when does part 2 arrive because I love those kind of upgrade!
Hi Nobsy1984, kannst mir auch auf deutsch schreiben ;-) das Kabel muss bisschen gefaltet/gedreht werden um es in den 90° Adapter an der Z Achse zu legen. Oder meinst Du die Verdrehung des Kabels in der unteren Kabelkette die zum Adapter führt? Werde probieren zeitnah zu antworten, beste Grüsse ✌
Ich meine die Verbindung von 90 Grad Adapter an die Flexible Kabel kette. Es Schaut so aus als hättest du da nen extra adapter gedruckt. Mein Name bei Printabels ist der wie hier , sonst gerne da mal nen Foto schicken was du da gezaubert hast. Kann man leider im Video nicht erkennen .@@Dirt-E-Bikes
@@nobsy1984 ach so, da habe ich einfach einen der normalen Links zurechtgeschnitten, damit es bisschen nach was aussieht. Der Hängt da aber lose, ist also nicht fest angemacht oder so. Hast recht ich glaube beim Druck dieser spine-kette war noch ein "anfangsstück" dabei, das habe ich aber nicht verwendet. Ich hab also einfach mit Links aufgefüllt bis ich am 90° Adapter angekommen bin, und dort das letzte Teil zurecht geschnitten (den Teil abgeschnitten der das Kabel halten würde)
Thanks NoboDYzzz, this mod should not limit the print height. But if you want to install the stabilizers on the back side (a mod shown in part 2 or 3 (?) of this video series), that would limit the height.
@@Dirt-E-BikesExcellent! Is there a mod for the 4 rotating wheels under the heat bed? I have a Neptune 4 and the wheels will rotate on themselves due to the vibration of the machine, causing the bed level to change :[
@@mR_NoboDYzzz Yes, i can look into that. So if i get you right; the mod should prevent the leveling wheels from moving? I think i have seen something like that before, maybe from a other printer, but im sure i can modify it for the Neptune...
Hello. I also have a neptun 4 pro printer. I would like to ask if you could help me with which slicing program you use, because the print image is not good for me. And the print pops up from the display table. Maybe you could upload a slicing profile that I could paste into mine. Thank you for your response. Have a nice day.
Hi Zsoltkovacs, i use the Elegoo Cura that came with the Printer. I use standard Settings for the most part for now. What problems do you have with the print image?
@@THESWAGGYVR Hi Swaggyver, cool name ...😄 The link should be in the video description, if it not works, please tell me then i take a look. Have a nice day ✌️
You are very welcome, by the way, its a whole series i do on the upgrades/modifications with 4 parts for now, and currently i am editing part 5 ;-) Have a nice day printing ✌️
Hi Stevedixon, do you mean links for the Cable-chains? I guess they should work on the max and plus too, but you will need somewhat more of them. The Cable of the Max looks to be the same witdth lile on the N4 pro, its just much longer ;-)
@@stevedixon4179 i guess you can use the same ones i shown in the video, the links are all in the video description. Let me know if they work on your Max printer as well (i thunk they will).
Hey man, you’ve done a sweet job with your printer. I was just wondering what end clips you used going from the spine to the “Elegoo” block, any reply’s greatly appreciated
@@sweatycrow2097 thanks mate, too bad that i cant post a picture in the comments, that would make it easy to show. But in the end, i just used another spine part, cut the "clamp" part away (that part that goes around the flat cable). You can glue that piece to the elegoo block if you want... i did not, it just sits there loosely ;-)
Hey Brad, sorry im not sure what that one was, i did not use it for long, cant recommend it. The scraper that came with the printer doesnt look that nice, but does the job 10x better 😅
Attention, don't buy this garba.. . Elegoo does not recognize such a thing as a warranty, I have already met a dozen or so people who cannot repair their printers or return defective equipment.
Strange, i mean, i had exactly this case, that the printer had some initial problems, and i got a new one gor free... And others also wrote in the comments that they had some problems with the "first badge" of this model and had even less problem replacing it... Can you post a link to these cases where they did not replace parts or even wohle printers?
Interesting content. Wondering if you're interested in any collab together? We'd love to supply any 3D printing related services for your upcoming projects. (PCBWay zoey)
Hi Ryantoth, yes it uses a bit of gentle force to get the wires in to that angle... i think after the cable is in, it isnt a problem, but you should be as careful while installing it.
Why I need a 3D printer? - to print printer accessories, of course.
That is what they are built for, isnt it?
It's kinda cool to have a machine that can upgrade itself 😉
I found that to be one of the coolest things about a 3D printer.
No need to wait for some dude in the company to make this upgrade i need for sale....i can just make it myself right now.
Most of these cool upgrades are then standard on the next versions ;)
A printer's printer prints prints for printer's printers, but a printer's printer should print prints for printer's projects. ;)
I just finished assembling my Neptune 4 Plus.. this video is exactly what I was looking for!! And links for all of the parts!! Very appreciated!!!
You are very welcome, i wish you a lot of fun printing all the part ✌️
Did it work for the 4 plus or do ich have to change something?
Thanks for this. I’ve got my first 3d printer arriving tomorrow being a Neptune 4 plus. I’ll be printing these straight away. I really like the cable management prints.
You are very welcome, i also did 3 more videos (so far) with other upgrades, and at least 2 more that come in the next weeks ✌️
Friend, is it compatible with the elegoo neptune 4 plus?
Thank you for using my design in your video. That's very motivating! (belt tensioners)
Thank you for that great design and your kind comment :-) 👍
Thanks for making such a thing man!
I just bought an Neptune 3 Pro, and your video is the only one that i found that show some usefull mods to do on the printer, great video!! I'm waiting for the new video to see some more upgrades that i can do for my printer, thanks a lot for the tips!
Thanks a lot for your kind comment, i hope the parts for the part 2 of the video arrive soon, so i can do that 👍
Later can you do a video showing your slicer settings? Sometimes my prints don't fit correctly, and i don't know how to fix it
@@Pontelli sure, i can do that. Do the files in your slicer dont lay flat on the build plate? If that is the problem, maybe i can write you what to do about it, so you dont have to wait 2 videos.
Or do you have problems with 1st Layer or other things you want to solve in the Slicer settings?
The 3 Pro is a great Printer vor Beginners, mine worked out of the Box after i Build it, and of course, first 2 things was 2 Benchys, one with the file elegoo gives and one i made by myself, after that, tool holder and next is a Cable Chain, thes in the Video looked soooo smooooth 😂😂😂😂
Great video. Very interesting upgrades. I like especially the belt blocker. Layer today I am gonna see if my cable touches anything and if so I will build the cable guide. And what I like the most is your honesty. Resolving the solution of your mistakes.
Thank you for your kind comment, i really appreciate it. The Belt blocker works fine, but currently i am editing part 6 of this series in wich i replace the belt tension blocker on the x axis with a camera mount that also holds that adjusting wheel in place.
I wish you a good time printing and much fun in this awesome hobby :-)
@@Dirt-E-Bikes would love to see a kind of camera holder for cameras that have a kind of screw in de middle below. Which you then can screw on. Can't wait to see more videos from you. Thx for sharing
I ordered Neptune 4 Pro, i hope i will receive it.Found this video! I think i will print all your upgrades. They look realy good! Thanks for video and upgrade idea!
Nice to hear, and you are very welcome. Did you order it directly from Elegoo? I wish you a lot of fun with your printer 👍
Very useful, thanks. Best upgrade has got to be the googly eyes on the extruder casting.
Haha, I think the same 🤣 i mean, that gives it a sole, and thats priceless ;-)
I have saved it and if I buy this printer it will be a guide to what to do. Thanks a lot.
you are very welcome. If you do decide to do so, its a very cool project and i wish you a lot of fun doing it. i am currently uploading part 6 of that Elegoo upgrade-series, so there is a lot more you can modify on that printer then just the Cable chains.
Cheers ✌
Your video is perfect! I just got my 4 Plus, and I have been looking for similar mods. Thank you so much!!
Thanks for your kind words👍, in a few days comes part 2 of that video with more cool mods, im cuting that video right now. And im allready filming (and printing) for part 3 ;-)
On the plus, can you raise the z all the way up? Does the z mount bracket jam in the frame? The stiffening bars on the plus and max meet at an angle and might pinch the thick bracket?
@@brodiedoesstuff Did you ever figure this out? was debating on doing that piece for my Plus
great stuff !just got my neptune 4 pro and started doing all these upgrades ! thanks again !
You are welcome, i did 3 more parts of upgrade videos for this printer and part 5 will be available soon ;-)
Have a nice day ✌️
with those upgrades it reminds me a lot to one of the creatures from H. R. Giger… ❤
The spinal chain especialy, right ?
exactly
These are just what I'm looking for. My Neptune 4 Pro can now be as stylish, as it is functional.
Thank you.
You are welcome, and thanks for your kind comment, it means a lot to me.
This video is only the 1st of that series, 3 Parts are out now and im working on part 4 right at the moment.
Have fun and a nice day ✌
First computerized voice that doesn't make me hate a video. Neat.
Glad to hear that, i know its not optimal, but i have a strong swiss accent and you would probabely not understand half of what i say if i would speak ;-) ✌️
You obviously spent a lot of time either tuning it or finding one that works well.
I appreciate the effort!
@@happybobyou thanks mate
@@Dirt-E-Bikeswell, now I want to hear how strong your accent is lol.
@@happybobyou thanks for your comment happybobyou. Most comments about the voice are negative, and im trying different stuff to make it better. In my newer videos i used my own voice + filter... Still not optimal, but a biz more natural than in this video ;-)
great video! i did 4/6 of these mods after watching. love my new set up .
Thanks mate 🙂👍
I did 4 of these videos, so if you want you can also check them out... And im curently editing part 5 ;-)
Have a nice day ✌️
Need those corner guides
those come in super handy…!
I used two fingers.
One finger on each of two sides at a back corner, and then aim the opposite corner into place.
But a real physical guide / backstop was an oversight by Elegoo Neptune.
Good stuff! Decking out my N4+ and 3P now!
@@lorengeist thanks, its the first part of the series, i am currently editing part 6 ;-)
Enjoi printing ✌️
Thanks Bro, nice Upgrades 4 my Printer
Hey Tony, you are very welcome. Its a whole series now, im now editing part 6 of these Upgrade videos ;-)
Wish you a nice day printing and thanks for you kind words, thats what keep me motivated 👍
Great video and awesome upgrades. Thank you.
You are welcome, thanks for your kind comment, it means a lot to me. I am cutting the next upgrade video right now, hoping its ready this weekend ✌️
This is amazing. Going to try out the prints and see how this works out .
Thanks for your comment mate. Go for it 👍
Love it!. Now I just need the Elegoo.
@@SebastianCanale 😄👍
Awesome video. My Neptune 4 pro comes this week. I know what I’m printing now
Thanks mate, this video is part 1 of 4 of the neptune upgrades/modigications. And im currently editing part 5 ;-)
Happy printing ✌️
Small hint, the thing sticking out on the right of the tool holder is for the pliers, you can hang them over it
Thx Nikomitk 👍
Cannot wait for your next video 🎉
Thank you very much :-)
I am still waiting on some ordered parts that i need for the next video. hope that they arrive next week.
really good. i will share it with my friends.
Thanks for your kind comment, im glad you like it
Thanks a lot, very helpful guide.
You are very welcome, thanks for your kind komment 👍
thank you very much for your help . this will help me a lot
You are very welcome 👍
GREAT... Thanks a lot !!! And also thanks to the authors of STL
Thanks for your kind comment 👍
We will continue with the upgrade videos soon, im right now editing a new one
I printed out the spine cable and the large cable and was wonder where you got the part to connect the spine cable to the larger cable link?
Good question, and Sorry, for the late answer, there is no part that connects the spine cable to the large Cable link. I just did the spine links on the extruder cabel until the whole cable was covered.
If you find a better way to do this, please let me know. Have a nice day ✌
@@Dirt-E-Bikes there are remixes on Printables that do just that. One would have to reprint the base, though. Check them out.
@@oleg.. i cannot find them can you point me to one please? i wanna connect my spine cable to the big cable bracket just like in the video at 7:26
@@trapstoner
On Printables search for:
neptune 3 4 cable chain spine connection
and
Elegoo Neptune 4/4PRO Cable Chain - z-mount remake
@@trapstoner hi trapstoner, i did not connect the spine cable to the big link, it just looks that way because i "filled" the extruder cable with the spine links so its a tight fit, but they are not "connected" but loose.
Magnificent Video! Can these mods fit a Neptune 4 Max?
Thanks for your kind comment, i guess most of them should work on the N4max as well, but you will probabely need much more links for the chains.
Awesome! Thank you for letting me know and keep up the great work!
@@Toy_and_Prop_Masters thx, you are very welcome 👍
I printing my 753th knob right now. There cant be enough knobs ❤
I would pair them with some chains for better balance. knobs to chains should not be in a 753 to 3 ratio ;-)
i usually mix some in my cereal ✌️
@@BigmacBacon bon apetite 😂
Thanks for all of this!!!!
You are very welcome 🙂
hi i love this so much!! great job, can this also be used on the neptune 4 plus?
Hi, thanks for your kind comment. Not all but Most of the shown parts should work on the N4 plus and max as well. I guess you will need more links on the chains ;-)
Noice chains ❤
Ice on my chain on my wrist, kuck mal die necklace sie dript
Big thanks for this - I'm developing an alternative rear fan assembly to utilise normal PC case fans. My six N4's sound like a jet taxiing to the runway and it's intolerable ✈
Your welcome 👍
Oh wow, you have 6 of these machines? I only have one and I think the noise level is borderline. Good idea to design an alternative fan. I can't wait to see your design and the volume. Can you post a link here?
Oh... Oh man that's a great freak'n idea...
Sure - we're waiting on a few parts to finalise the design for performance testing and then it will be ready to share. It looks like a single 140mm mid-RPM fan is the way to go. I'm hoping that a 25mm fan blade will be sufficient otherwise 38mm blades will be used.@@Dirt-E-Bikes
@@11thHourRecords I'm very excited about it. A lot of people have already written to me about how loud the original fan is, because many people are annoyed by it. That sounds like a very promising upgrade for a lot of people. My printer is in a seperated room with very thik walls, so its not that big of a problem for me, but i can still hear it running when i print something and go to sleep 😅
I can't wait to get rid of my Boeing 747! There's a product render on my channel - still some optimisation to do but acoustic profile will be 26 - 45dB 👍 @@Dirt-E-Bikes
Lovely upgrades!!!
Thanks a lot 😁 hope they will work with your N4 max 👍
@@Dirt-E-Bikes your welcome, though it is gonna be a while before I get the N4 Max as I already have an Elegoo 3d printer to make my 1:32 scale locomotives, but the print bed is too small for some parts. Still looking forward to it the next year.
What nozzle temp & speed did you use for spine & chain? I had 70 on the bed, 225 nozzle temp & 70 on speed and it didn’t work. Thanks for your time. Great videos.
@@TopBlackWaterSniper thanks Mate, i think to the time of the video i just used the standard (fast) settings for PLA. So 250 speed and 220°C on the nozzle, 60 on the bed (if i remeber correctly).
What filament are you using?
@@Dirt-E-Bikes , Elegoo PLA neon green. (Kawasaki green 😉)
@@TopBlackWaterSniper nice, that printer will look sick when you install that 👍
What is the problem when printing spine and chain? Does it fall of the bed mid print?
@@Dirt-E-Bikes , it gets about 3% in and then gets all messed up. I ordered some Elegoo Rapid Plus+ filament to see if this might be the problem. The bed corner stops have been the only 2 things that printed with no problems. X and Y axis stoppers prints get a little over halfway done and then get snagged and then it’s ruined.
@@TopBlackWaterSniper ou, that sucks. did other prints go well, or had you similar problems with that printer and filament in the past?
Bizim için bunu denediğin uyguladığın için teşekkür ederim. Bende bu yazıcıya sahibim bu sebeple dünyanın en iyi yazıcısı oluyor 😂
Merhaba İsmethakan, yorumun için teşekkürler ve cevap vermem bu kadar uzun sürdüğü için üzgünüm.
Evet, ben de yazıcıdan çok memnunum, her ne kadar zaman zaman bazı aksaklıklar yaşasa da ;-)
Haftaya iyi bir başlangıç yap, görüşmek üzere
@@Dirt-E-Bikes teşekkürler, bende size iyi bir başlangıç diliyorum. Sağlıcakla.
Ben de teşekkür ederim
Looks great! Does anyone know if this is applicable to a Neptune 4 plus?
Also watching the video for the 4 plus. Mine did not arrive in jet, but I think that it can be used, at least most of the parts. It's basically an upscaled version of the 4 pro.
@@nlkec4421 right, i think the same, you probabely need more links at the chains, but most of it should work on the Plus too
Hi, thanks for this nice video :) I also own an N4P. Can you please list the number of parts I need?
Hi Kilad Dalik, your welcome :-)
Do you meen the number of Links to the different chains? I am not at home right now, but i can count them when im back.
Hello, yes if you don't mind please :) @@Dirt-E-Bikes
@@kiladdalik1469 Hi Kiladdalik, sure, here you go:
For the big chain, i used 31 chain links.
For the Heatbed chain, 17 links
For the spinal chain to extruder, 22 links.
Hope that helps 😊
Thank you so much !
@@kiladdalik1469 you are welcome 👍
In my opinion, most of these upgrades actually are counterproductive to optimizing the printer. It's adding weight and also restrictive motion. Why would you have all your tools riding up and down on the Z axis? Don't do additions to the printer just because it's convenient or neat. Optimize the printer to work it's best.
Yes, some parts may reduce performance a little, but they also make the system more user-friendly. I actually removed the tools on the x-axis because i had the same thoughts as you ;-)
Why not incorporate the tool holder into the glue holder on the side rails instead of having it add weight to the Z axis motor?
Hi Kimmytuna, yes that would be the better idea. I have am using now a other storage solution that i will show in the next video. ✌️
Hey boss. Trying to make this all work with my new Neptune 3 plus. So far so good little tweaks here and there. However I’m struggling printing the spine cable. Female end down. Anyways the female end should be hollow but the print drupes. Do I need supports for this model? I’m new to printing this might be my 10th print. I’m struggling and not ready to quit.
The inside of the female ball joint drupes. Basically no longer hollow. Everything else with the print is fine.
@@NorDesigns Hi Nor-Tody, i printed the spine cable as you said - female end down on the print plate, and with no supports. How does it fill the female end? Sorry i dont understand what the word "drupes" mean. Can you describe the problem? Anyway, female side down and no supports did it in my case. I think this is the only orientation that makes sense, but maybe in your case you can try with some supports
@@Dirt-E-Bikes I have another problem with the female part. I tried PLA and PETG bot every time the female part breaks if I put the male part into it. Did you experienced such an issue?
Was it superglue you used to glue the corners on the print bed?
I used 5min-Epoxy (from hobbyking)
Hi, I just got mine 4 plus and prepare for upgrades. That white filament looks great (with some dark dots), can you provide link or name to me?
Hi PeteerStep, that filament is the "Marble white" PLA from polyterra.
Hey coach what do you use for your voiceovers?? i really like your channel! i dont even have a neptune but ima sub anyway
Hi Ginge, thanks for the sub and your comment. I use voiceover.ai i should write that in the description of the video but forgot.
Not 100% sure if its .ai or someting other. If you cant find it let me know 👍
Love the video, just bought my neptune 4, how much gram of material did you use for all of those upgrade? And also when does part 2 arrive because I love those kind of upgrade!
Hi Ra6, thanks a lot for your comment, i still wait for the parts to arrive and hope that i can make part 2 of the video next week.
I dont know how much filament i needed for the upgrades alone, but i guess it was 300 to 400g so far
Nice ! Thanks 👍
You are very welcome, thanks for your kind comment, it means a lot to me. Have a nice day and a merry christmas ✌
How do you fix the Cable Spin to the 90° Z Adapter ? I think i can see there a adapter but there is noch stl .
Hi Nobsy1984, kannst mir auch auf deutsch schreiben ;-) das Kabel muss bisschen gefaltet/gedreht werden um es in den 90° Adapter an der Z Achse zu legen. Oder meinst Du die Verdrehung des Kabels in der unteren Kabelkette die zum Adapter führt? Werde probieren zeitnah zu antworten, beste Grüsse ✌
Ich meine die Verbindung von 90 Grad Adapter an die Flexible Kabel kette. Es Schaut so aus als hättest du da nen extra adapter gedruckt. Mein Name bei Printabels ist der wie hier , sonst gerne da mal nen Foto schicken was du da gezaubert hast. Kann man leider im Video nicht erkennen .@@Dirt-E-Bikes
@@nobsy1984 ach so, da habe ich einfach einen der normalen Links zurechtgeschnitten, damit es bisschen nach was aussieht. Der Hängt da aber lose, ist also nicht fest angemacht oder so. Hast recht ich glaube beim Druck dieser spine-kette war noch ein "anfangsstück" dabei, das habe ich aber nicht verwendet.
Ich hab also einfach mit Links aufgefüllt bis ich am 90° Adapter angekommen bin, und dort das letzte Teil zurecht geschnitten (den Teil abgeschnitten der das Kabel halten würde)
goood stuff, I wonder how those parts will hold up for the plus or max
Hi Joshlang, thank you, i guess most of them should also fit the plus and max but will sure need more links on the chains ;-)
Hi, great video, just wanna ask after installing the big cable mod, will it limit the print height?
Thanks NoboDYzzz, this mod should not limit the print height. But if you want to install the stabilizers on the back side (a mod shown in part 2 or 3 (?) of this video series), that would limit the height.
@@Dirt-E-BikesExcellent! Is there a mod for the 4 rotating wheels under the heat bed? I have a Neptune 4 and the wheels will rotate on themselves due to the vibration of the machine, causing the bed level to change :[
@@mR_NoboDYzzz Yes, i can look into that. So if i get you right; the mod should prevent the leveling wheels from moving? I think i have seen something like that before, maybe from a other printer, but im sure i can modify it for the Neptune...
@@Dirt-E-Bikesyay! That’s perfect, looking forward to your next video :]
Hello. I also have a neptun 4 pro printer. I would like to ask if you could help me with which slicing program you use, because the print image is not good for me. And the print pops up from the display table. Maybe you could upload a slicing profile that I could paste into mine. Thank you for your response. Have a nice day.
Hi Zsoltkovacs, i use the Elegoo Cura that came with the Printer. I use standard Settings for the most part for now. What problems do you have with the print image?
Thanks for subscribing 👍
@@Dirt-E-Bikes If you could send me an e-mail address, I'll send you a photo of my problem.
@@zsoltkovacs1116 can you upload a foto on a site like postimages.org and share the link here? Maybe some others can then also give some advise
@@Dirt-E-Bikes if I do it in vain, my comment will be deleted
Thank you very much
@@marioremy2753 you are very welcome.
By the way, this is part 1 of 5, i am currently editing part 6 ;-)
Have a nice day printing ✌️
Brilliant!
Thanks a lot 👍im right now cutting the next upgrade video with some more parts. Will be ready in a few days.
Where do o find the knob holders
@@THESWAGGYVR Hi Swaggyver, cool name ...😄
The link should be in the video description, if it not works, please tell me then i take a look.
Have a nice day ✌️
@@Dirt-E-Bikes thanks
@@THESWAGGYVR you are welcome ✌️
Hey! How did you print the Spine Cable Guide? Infill...?
The Spine Cable guide i printed with 15% infill. Just make sure that you orient them in the right direction so that they stand on the build plate
bardzo dobra robota. pozdrawiam z polski :)
Wielkie dzięki i pozdrowienia dla Polski ;-)
Thanks 🎉
You are very welcome, by the way, its a whole series i do on the upgrades/modifications with 4 parts for now, and currently i am editing part 5 ;-)
Have a nice day printing ✌️
I found better upgrade when it come to the stabilizers
@@clark1012 cool, can you share it?
elegoo neptune 4 max?
Most parts will fit i guess, need more links at the chains
How can i connect it to internet from wi fi repeater? Can a repeater send (lan cable) signal?
These printers don't have wifi by default. You'll need a network cable. Or you get a usb wifi dongle (google knows which ones work).
thank you kind sir!
Thank You for your kind comment, you made my day 😊
how many chain parts needs to be printed?
Hi Aldoney, 31 for the big chain and 23 for the spine chain to the extruder (for the n4 pro) ✌️
Would these upgrades work fot the Neptune 4 Plus?
Yes they should work on the plus as well. You may have to print more links for the chains 🤔
Any links for Neptune 4 MAX?
Hi Stevedixon, do you mean links for the Cable-chains? I guess they should work on the max and plus too, but you will need somewhat more of them. The Cable of the Max looks to be the same witdth lile on the N4 pro, its just much longer ;-)
I'm specifically looking for the corner guides.
@@stevedixon4179 i guess you can use the same ones i shown in the video, the links are all in the video description. Let me know if they work on your Max printer as well (i thunk they will).
can you provide a link to the wifi dongle?
Hi Brian, sure, im searching it for you, just one moment...
i did not find the same one, it looks like its sold out, but this one should do the same and is even cheaper:
s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFFnghP
Hey man, you’ve done a sweet job with your printer. I was just wondering what end clips you used going from the spine to the “Elegoo” block, any reply’s greatly appreciated
Would you be able send me the file, if you still have it?
@@sweatycrow2097 thanks mate, too bad that i cant post a picture in the comments, that would make it easy to show. But in the end, i just used another spine part, cut the "clamp" part away (that part that goes around the flat cable). You can glue that piece to the elegoo block if you want... i did not, it just sits there loosely ;-)
cheers for the reply, do you have discord.. if i could see, that would be massive
@@sweatycrow2097 you are welcome, sorry i dont have discord. Maybe i can find a way to post a foto on youtube, not sure if that works (and how).
@@sweatycrow2097 i postet 2 pictures on my channel, hope that helps ✌️
Can you give me the file please?❤
@@canhtran9719 sure, all the files/links to it are in the description, have fun✌️
❤@@Dirt-E-Bikes
What Scraper Model is that?
Hey Brad, sorry im not sure what that one was, i did not use it for long, cant recommend it. The scraper that came with the printer doesnt look that nice, but does the job 10x better 😅
where is the video where you upgrade wifi ?
th-cam.com/video/5Bvow4Sca-4/w-d-xo.html
I think its this one
But i only showed it very short, if you need more infos, just let me know ✌️
The best upgrade on there were the googly eyes.
Thats for sure 😅
love it.
Thank you :-)
@@Dirt-E-Bikes i just started My Neptune 4 pro. i want all of these mods. :D
@@Factsfun-kg4xc 😅👍
Idk if I would call those upgrades, they are more like mods
Okey, true 👍
Дайте файл для печатки щинт
Sorry, cant read this, tried to translate it, but failed 😮💨
Please use only robot voice
Hi Troy, i will do so ;-) you would not understand anything when i would make it with my voice, because of my strong accent
Attention, don't buy this garba.. . Elegoo does not recognize such a thing as a warranty, I have already met a dozen or so people who cannot repair their printers or return defective equipment.
Strange, i mean, i had exactly this case, that the printer had some initial problems, and i got a new one gor free... And others also wrote in the comments that they had some problems with the "first badge" of this model and had even less problem replacing it... Can you post a link to these cases where they did not replace parts or even wohle printers?
Interesting content. Wondering if you're interested in any collab together? We'd love to supply any 3D printing related services for your upcoming projects. (PCBWay zoey)
Thanks Zoey, i think that would be cool :-)
How can i get in contact with you?
@@Dirt-E-Bikes Awesome! You can find it under this account!
out of curiousity on the bottom cable chain, do u not think it applies to much tension/pressure on the wires to bend them into it?
Hi Ryantoth, yes it uses a bit of gentle force to get the wires in to that angle... i think after the cable is in, it isnt a problem, but you should be as careful while installing it.