Sidewinder X1 BL-Touch install, the easy way.
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- In this video I go through step by step how to install a BL-Touch along with my custom extruder break out board and custom firmware.
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Had my Sidewinder for years, sitting in the corner. Now I'm getting her out and this has helped heaps. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your video and the fact you produce these PCBs. It is awesome you have decided to fill this gap.
Thank you for your kind words. And you are very welcome.
The way you make videos is the absolute best I’ve seen, if you did these types of videos for everything, you’d end up running the world haha, these videos are so goddamn useful! I’ll 100% be sharing them in every group I’m in regarding 3D printing, these will help so many people!
Thank you so much. I have many more like this planned. Just takes time to get it right.
Another great video! Keep up the great work man! I love that under desk lighting you have!
Thank you man.
Fantastic video as usual, thanks for your contribution! Great work!
Thank you so much.
Finaly ... found a broken wire and now it is working perfectly Thank You
Just completed the upgrade yesterday. I have to say your instructions were very easy to follow. I am having some difficulty with the first layer on the corners where the probe hangs off the bed, but otherwise the upgrade has been a big improvement.
Im happy it has helped. You can try heatsoaking the bed for a few minutes to help in the corners
UPDATE: 4-2-2022, I have added an STL file in the download with a BL-Touch mount that will fit those printers that have the standoffs on their extruder stepper motor. Its is "BL-Touch Mount (Big Holes)"
Hello, thanks a lot for this video. It's perfect. I can now starting to think doing the same with my X1.
Your very welcome
Just finished this mod, worked great! One thing to note for other people is that your Sidewinder may need the (Big Holes) STL file for the probe mount. I saw it and though to myself "wonder what that's for..." I guess some Sidewinder's have nuts that stick out instead of longer screws between the spacer and board. Nothing a quick drill couldn't fix!
Thank you. I do have stl files for both versions for the mount.
Thanks e1. Finally got it working...a mix of wiring and configuration. Tha ks
Need to check what pins its using for the zstop
Thank you for this. It's all working perfectly
Your very welcome.
Artillery should put you on the payroll to make instruction videos for the US market. Very clear and concise instructions and I will be referring people here on many occasions I can tell
Thank you, that would be sweet.
Great video! Thank you!
Thanks for watching👍
Best video, I love it. Thanks you the best.
You are very welcome.
Great Video 👍
Thank you.
Awesome video, thanks
Your welcome
Confirmed working with the sidewinder x1 v3. Updating the LCD's firmware went smoothly dispite having an entirely different LCD board. Only thing that was different was the red wires that you have to unplug and move are brown on mine.
Awesome, thank you for that info.
For those of you that have been asking for my spool holder and filament guides, here is a link to the STL files. www.etherealproject3d.com/downloads/sidewinder-x1-spool-holder-and-guides
I noticed the filament guide in your video is two pieces, is there a benefit vs the downloadable file? Also, Do you have some extra tubing on the one you have in the video? Thanks for your videos. i ordered your board and have ordered a BL-Touch. Excited to install when it comes in.
@@mfeltster the 2 piece design was a previous version that was for testing the concept. The one piece guide makes it easy. You could add a little extra tubing going in and out but its not necessary. Thank you for your support.
@@EtherealProject3D Where do you get the tubing? Also, I notice your top belt sits a lot higher, out of curiosity what is that mod? Also, the BL-touch and PCB mod have been awesome! finally back to printing...thanks again
I got the PTFE tube on amazon. As far as the height of the top belt, I converted to 1204 ball screws and they are a little bit longer than the lead screws that come on the printer. Im happy you got your printer back up and running.
@@EtherealProject3D What did you do with filament runout sensor?
So glad I found your video; I had bought my BL touch 2-3 months ago and I *was* dreading the install process; finally decided to stop dragging my feet and your instructions are very straightforward and in layman’s terms. Thank you!
Sidebar; will installing the Bl touch halt the filament sensor run out?
Also do you have a video on setting up octoprint on the sidewinder also in layman terms 😅
Thank you so much, Im glad you found it too. Adding a bltouch doesn't disable the fillament runout, it has to be enabled in the tft firmware, its the .cfg file. I do not have a guide on octoprint.
make sure!!!! make sure that you fan duct doesnt get in the way of your bltouch its a super pain if you cut the wires and the have to cut up your duct lol but this is for sure the easy way for the sidewinder x1 thank you for a great video and product
This location for the BL Touch should be out of the way of the stock fan duct and most of the community designed ones out there. But good point for sure for those that have a fun duct that might get in the way. It never hurts to check the clearance. Thank you.
A video on which upgrades are a must have, nice to have and not worth it (for the sidewinder x1) would be so amazing.
For example which fan and air duct are working the best, which nozzle is worth it to get and other stuff that's worth to be upgraded.
Have my sidewinder for quiet a while now and I love it just the way it is but I really want to get the best out of it.
Thanks for the idea!
Excellent new set (which I know debuted last video) especially like the LED parameter lighting.
I agree with Jeremy Woods, you should be on retainer by Artillery.
Outstanding video! I was anxious for this video and you did not disappoint. Clear concise and perfectly informative.
p.s. If we are interested in your filament feed system where might we procure the files?
Thank you very much. I still need to upload the STL files to my website
I added my filament feed system to my website, www.etherealproject3d.com/downloads/sidewinder-x1-spool-holder-and-guides
Hello. Sorry for the question in a somewhat old video. But I wanted to know where I can look for the supports for the z-axis linear guides. Very good video and thank you very much
I've already installed my bl-touch using a different method, but just watched this and I wish this was the video I watched to install mine, You made it extremally easy and also used good lighting which is VERY important when you have to plug in the connections to the board.
10/10. Keep up all the hard work.
Also anyway you could share the link to your spool holder? it looks AMAZING.
Edit: nvm about the feeder system, I just saw the comment below saying you need to upload it still.
Thank you very much. Yeah I will get it uploaded this weekend.
@@EtherealProject3D Just tried to flash the firmware and run my BLtouch and I'm getting the error Stop! BLtouch error m999.
I'm guessing it is because I'm not using the same connection for my BLtouch?
I used the waggsters mod before you uploaded this so I no longer have the black wire connected. (Since my wires run to the led on the extruder instead of your board)
Any tips on what I should do? I'd much rather run your firmware versus the waggsters version since you have the option to level four corners as well as the auto level.
@@joshuamiller409 You can try to wire the inside of your printer like mine and I believe It will work. I started with wagsters setup and evolved it into what I have now.
@@EtherealProject3D mind if I pick you brain a little on discord?
I dont have discord, you can email my on my website
Very good instructions. Can you provide a link for the connector that you used after cutting and crimping the extruder wires. A link to where to order would be fantastic
Thank you!!!
You are very welcome
This was a great video and very easy to follow along. I was able to easily add the BLTouch to my SWX1 V4 very easily. The only questions I have is, 1-will this still allow the printer to work with Repetier-Server Pro 1.2.1, 2-Repetier-Host and if so, are there any changes that need to be made to the slicer software within Repetier-Host? I primarily use Slic3r within Repetier-Host.
Im not sure, I have not tried that configuration before. Give it a try and let me know how it works. Thank you.
I prefer cold spray on the hot clue, it makes easier to remove without risking heating the wrong place
Not a bad idea at all.
Hey Matthew, quick question on the part where you level the corners after the first z-offset setup. Do you do this with the knobs or with the baby stepping under the "More" menu? Also, so I use the M420 S1 code instead of the G29? You stated that once the auto-level runs it saves the mesh in the EEPROM so I'm assuming that M420 would be the correct one, but want to make sure. Thanks again for all you do for this community!!
Level the corners with the knobs.
Hi mate , i have an question:
Why is your mod using the upper green connector Z endstops while digant is using the other green connector ?
Could i use your firmware with the black wire connected to left connector?
No, if you use my firmware, the black wire has to connect to the the Z endstop connector, and the stock endstop should be removed. The probe becomes the Z endstop. There is no specific reason I use the Z enstop connector as opposed to the other one.
Is there a fan upgrade you're using with the BLTouch and custom break up board? If so, can we get it somewhere?
Fun to watch video, even though I don't need this mod (I own Artillery Genius). The linear rails mod for the Z axis caught my eye, are STL files available?
That is a work in progress and not any ware near my final design and I am not ready to share just yet. If done incorrectly it could cause issues with the printer. I'm sure there are plenty of people that could figure it out but there are also plenty of people that would do it wrong and potentially damage their machine and would be super pissed at me.
Thanks
No problem
Hi Matt! are you planning on making the BL touch mount for an e3d Volcano block setup by any chance? Thanks and keep up the awesome work mate!!
Forgot to add, my set up has BMG and Volcano, so I was wondering if this is something you would be able to include as options for your mount. Or, BMG with v6. Thanks!!
I would need a cad file for the bmg setup, or get my hands on one.
If you're still interested, I could provide CAD files for the BMG / Volcano setup which I've made in preparation to doing this mod myself. I'm not entirely sure of the dimensional accuracy, but since I've put the design together from the official BMG and Volcano dimensions, it should be close at least.
Another option would be to mount the BLTouch using a different method, like the height adjustable mount on 3DChan's ultimate cooler: www.thingiverse.com/thing:4548801
Hi! Thanks for this video! Your firmware will work with octoprint?
I haven't tested it with Octoprint, give it a shot and let me know how it gos.
Hi, qq I have an SKR 1.4 T and your extruder board (X1). I have found the 3 LED wires and the ground motherboard side, but where does the white BL sense (probe/trigger) wire come out? I want to wire it to the dedicated BLT port on the board. Or does the wiring provide a common ground so, rather than 5 wires running from the motherboard its 4 wires, and the ground is spliced into two providing two grounds for the BLT??
After some probing with a MM it looks like its common ground.
Hi Matthew. Was wondering if you have any experience with the Biqu MicroProbe V2.0? I'm going to install it on my X2 with klipper. And wondering if I can use the config and the mount for the CR touch?
I have not tried it yet. My mount wont work for it as the BIQU probe is much smaller than the bl and cr touch.
I have finished part of the upgrade but there is no eprom reset under the more menu. Do I need to reflash?
Awesome video and looks so easy It made me go for it. One important question: I'm from Spain and want to buy your PCB. Will it have any shipping taxes? (sorry 4 my English)
Thank you very much. Yes it will have an Import TAX of $6.57 USD shipped to Spain.
@@EtherealProject3D ok, no problem then, but… when or how do i have to pay it?
Does this firmware work with only your special board or does it also work with manually wiring the BLTouch to where the LED probe was?
It will work with the stock board if wired corectly, The "-" would be Probe, the R will be ground, the G will be +5v, and the B will be Servo. Hope this helps.
Great job on your videos! Just ordered the breakout board. I tried downloading the BL Touch mounting bracket with small holes and keep getting a server error, the large hole version downloads fine. Please advise. Thank you!
Oh thank you, and thanks for the heads up. I will look at it.
Good morning, I apologize for my English, the video is perfect, I would like to update my X1 with the Bltouch following your video, but I cannot access the download of the firmware and STL files, I am doing something wrong or I have not read some clarification ?
I thank and confirm the excellent work you do.
Stephen
www.etherealproject3d.com/3d-printer-mods-1/swx1-bl-touch-install-files
will you provide a link for the connector that is included with the extruder board
Do I need to add ADD M420 S1
AFTER G28 into my slicer, to utilize the mesh after bed leveling? And a big thanks for the board and great instructions in your video for the install!!
You should not need to but it cant hurt. Thank you.
What size crimp ends do we need? I got my board last week ready to go with this
I chose the white ones from my kit. Im not sure exactly what size they are. Try dry fitting them both on the wire and in the connector.
Will this mod keep the original print LED working? Are there different versions of the bltouch on the market? i presume the dupont vs jst ist realated to the cables of the bltouch? soory for all the questions
You loose the LED with this mod. There are different touch probes out there and some have ether JST or DuPont connectors. Most have the DuPont connector and some people opt to switch to the JST.
When you level the corners at 12:00, are you using the adjustment wheels?
For the corners yes.
Hello, I bought one of the breakout boards and it didn't come with crips for the heater like shown in the video, was it supposed to come with them? Thanks
No I do not send the ferrules with the board sorry.
Do you happen to know a good FW update/upgrade for the X2 with the 32bit board? I'll be using this video tutorial for my X1, but I have an X2 also. One other thing. Does the FW in this video have any bugs to keep in mind? I think one of your other FWs for the X1 had an issue with restarting a print after a print pause is triggered from the runout sensor? Thanks for the vids. Clear and concise.
A bug for this one is that it may fail to home if you run consecutive prints without a restart. Its random and I cant seem to find any reason for it. I have version 2.1.2 on my website available for download and a video here on youtube showing how to install the X2 firmware.
@@EtherealProject3D Perfect. Thanks so much
Can I use your firmware (including TFT firmware) with the wagstermod installation method? I don't have a v4 ASX1.
Yes but you will have to connect tje wires on the inside of the machine how I show in this video.
What size microsteps does the new firmware use? I have a calibration test print with squares that vary in Z height in 0.01 mm increments from -0.05 mm to +0.05 mm and want to know how to adjust. Thanks.
16 if i remember right.
Do you happen to know the X1's Z-step size? Not as easy to Google as I expected... Thanks again!
OK, I THINK it's 2mm pitch, so at 1.8 deg/step that'd be 0.01 mm per step, so 1/16 that?
Nope. Bit of tape and moving the Z-axis in the "move" menu reveals it's 8 mm pitch, so that's 8 / 200 = 0.04 mm / step, or 0.0025 mm per micro-step. Thanks once more.
Hello, what offset do you use for bl touch ? i was running on klipper
Use nozzle to probe offsets X 31, Y -16.6, Z -2.5
The new connector in the video (3:26). Does that come with the board that you sell?
Yes
Hi, I got a 3DTouch (a copy but looks the same) and it came with extension cables, so I can feasibly plug it straight into the main board. Is it possible and what would the wiring look like? Could I still use your firmware, maybe with some source code modifications?
Yes you can plug it straight in but you need to split the connector for the Z zero wire.
By Chance - Do you have the Klipper files for this setup - Including for with a Hemera?
I do not sorry. I am more than happy to help you get one set up for you.
большое спасибо
Would you be able to 3d model another cover for this, so that the BLtouch light isn’t glowing that much and the board is covered? Would be awesome!
Its doable.
Thanks for the great video. By the way, is there any way I can see the configuration.h and configuration _adv.h files for the compiled firmware? I need to edit some things for my new extruder. Thanks!
The source files are in the download.
I think a program that was still open was interfering with firmware while it was building. Closing it seems to fix the problem. Thanks again for the great video!
@@talontartigrade63 Your welcome, and thank you.
Hi! Thanks for the informative video. I have a question regarding the tft firmware. Can i use them on the x2?
I have this TFT firmware specifically for the X2 here. www.etherealproject3d.com/3d-printer-firmware/swx2-marlin-2.1.2-300c-max-nozzle-temp
There is also mainboard firmware in the same download. Note that it will allow for a max nozzle temp of 300c. If you want it recompiled with a lower max temp let me know and I can do that for you.
@@EtherealProject3D Nice! I appreciated your effort. For now i will make do with both the mainboard and TFT firmware you compiled. Subscribed to your channel already and may god ease your effort. Thank you!
@@pumpkinhead959 Thank you very much.
Sorry for the newb question... to confirm the BL Touch connector, the JST would be in white (used in this video) and the DuPont would be in black?
That is correct.
hi there - excellent video, thanks.
can you advise which BL Touch unit you would recommend for the Sidewinder X1v4?
and the connection type - DuPont or JST?
this would help me when deciding on which PCB to buy.
thanks
Bill
I prefer a genuine antclabs, they have dupont connector
@@EtherealProject3D BLTouch installed on my X1v4 and seems to be working just fine.
Your install video was very easy to follow.
Quick question - in PrusaSlicer printer settings, my default G-Code flavour is Marlin (Legacy). After updating firmware, should I be using Marlin 2 or does it not really matter?
Thanks.
Bill
@@billweir1573 I wouldnt expect it to matter too much but it cant hurt to change it. Thank you for Watching.
the newer skr version 3.0 has spots to plug all 5 bl touch wires in, are you familiar with this board, and do you think it will work with your pcb? also would the fw work if i change the motherboard name in vs code?
I have the SKR 3 in my corexy machine. It will work in an X1 and have no trouble working with my breakoutboard. There are some differences other than the board name in the firmware that you would need to change.
@@EtherealProject3D the x1 only has 1 wire to connect to the motherboards probe port(the z endstop i think), i dont think my probe functioned correctly with just the one wire on the skr 3.0, maybe i could tie the black and white wires together and see if it works on the regular breakout board. do you have any insights to this? my skr 1.3 worked fine with the 1 wire/ waggster mod
After completing all the installation steps, when I go to auto level the leveling fails. I watched it and it looks like starting on the 3rd or 4th probing, along the edge of the build plate, the build plate goes too far and the probe is deploying on the edge of the build plate. Any advice how to adjust the y stop or something so the probe deploys successfully?
Try updating the tft with a different sd card.
Hi there, I was wondering if you could help me, I’ve bought one of your X1 breakout boards. The two different style of connectors confused me. I picked JST as I thought that was what connectors the machine used now. Have I picked the right style of connector? I have no clue about upgrading the X1 so I will be following your TH-cam video to guide me.
Just not sure I have selected the right connector to use. Your video shows you using dupoint connectors.
Many thanks.
The type of connector you choose will depend on the connector type your BLTOUCH has. Most come with a DuPont connector but many of the clones do come with the JST connector. I have orders going out tomorrow, if you change your mind on the connector type you want let me know and I can change it for you.
Does the firmware still need to be upgraded if running the wagster mod?
If you are just installing the board than no, just make sure the wires are going to the correct spots.
Your videos are great, but I’m just curious, why not just add an x2 hot end assembly to the X1? Wouldn’t it provide the same bed leveling?
The X2 hot end uses a 24 pin ribbon cable while the X1 uses a 20 pin cable.
@@EtherealProject3D What do the other 4 pins do?
How do you do this without breakout board. ? Is there a pin out of the connection at the extruder flex
You would need to use the existing RGB connection. The "-" would be "Probe", the "R" would be "Ground" and you would need to splice the 2 ground wires together, the "G" would be "+5v" and the "B" would be "Servo". I hope that helps.
I have your board, but haven't installed it yet. I might try to find a way to use the original z endstop with a pei bed.
It is doable for sure. If you need help please feel free to reach out.
Can you also do a tutorial for the Hornet artillery😅? I bought the hardware for but I don't know how to install it. THANKS!!🎉🎉🎉
Possibly in the future. If you want some help with your setup, email me and I will get you fixed up.
Hi there, I bought your board for my sidewinder x1. However, the superpinda probe does not work. Could you help me out, please?
Sure thing, how do you have it all connected?
Is it possible to install x2 hotend on the x1 by using this same mod? . I noticed the x2 hotend comes with autolevel sensor similar to BL Touch
Yes that can work if the probe is wired correctly.
I have notice there is no audio between 12.13 to 14.10, no captions as well. I'm having trouble setting up the BL-Touch and I'm missing something at this point. Is there something wrong with the video at the mention points?
Thank you for letting me know, I will have a look.
Its fixed, sorry about that.
Could you check what wiring I would need to change if any.. I would like to use x2 head that has BLTouch type sensor built in. I already had a x2 head that way I would like to use it. Any help would be greatly appreciated
Are you going to be using my PCB on the hot end?
Will this firmware be ok on the genius
I,m very worried with my x1, because hot bed is blended in the center and I can´t do right plate´s leveling for printing. I´ve installed a bltouch and uploaded firmware, but my bed are unleveled anyway...
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HI.I double checked the process in the video and bl touch wont stop the nozzle from heading towards the build plate? Is the Bltouch plastic sensor supposed to be (extended DOWN) when it's moving towards the build plate? Because mine in retracted with only the tip coming out. And if I manually pull it out it stops glowing red, but still travels to the build plate.I purchased the breakout board from you. The info on the antclabs site is not helpful. I can't see a clear description of the wiring of the harness. But I have reversed BOTH the 3 and the 2 pin plugs (Upside down)and nothing changed? Also in your video you unplug a harness, yet never plug it back in, I assume it is not supposed to be plugged in anywhere else?
You most likely have the probe wire in the wrong spot on the mainboard. Its the single black wire, it needs to be connected in the no 1 contact on the z end stop connection. You need to disconnect the z end stop and plug that wire in its place. If you have it connected like Wagsters setup it will not work.
@@EtherealProject3D I put it in the #1 spot. but it does not sit tight. I'll see if it slipped off. I may need a drop of hot glue.
I sent you a pic on your facebook page. The black wire looks right. What about if those 2 wires that I crimped the ferrules onto are reversed in the green connector? Would that matter? Should I switch them to see if that makes a difference?
I did get it working. The 3 brown wire connector was not on the pins closest to the outside.Thanks again I am printing and the BLTouch worked like a charm on the 1st attempt!!
@@natdiamond Awesome. Im glad you got it working.
Hi. I've been using your bl touch board and firmware for a while now. My print head had issues so I bought a new one. I put your board on the new print head, crimped the ferrules on, etc. But now my bl touch sensor does not stop the z axis? I though I wouldn't need to flash the firmware or touch screen as I put the Ethereal board on the new print head. Any suggestions?
Check your wiring on the bltouch, abd make sure nothing got damaged when you switched the board out. The wires are pretty easy to damage. Also make sure none of the wiring came loose on the inside.
@@EtherealProject3D The 2 wires that we connect the ferrules to, do they need to be connected in a certain order like Right or left? would switching them possibly help or does it not matter?
@@charlesparell5597 those ones dont matter.
I have bought a x1 with bl touch already installed, i see that you are using different firmware then one installed on my printer, and because i have some troubles with it i would like to install yours. Only question is do i have to disconnect the screen even if i just want to install firmware?
For the mainboard yes, for just the screen, no.
do i have to change my slicer profile now because of the bltouch on my x1?
Used slicers: ideamaker and cura.
You shouldn't, but adding M420 S1 after G28 in your start gcode is good insurance.
Does your firmware support M600 color changing routines?
Not currently, this has been an ongoing issue that I have not been able to figure out how to fix.
Hi. I'm using your software. I'm trying to do a color change, manually. If I use the touch screen, I click pause. It pauses. Then I click filament change, it moves up and asks to confirm to extrude, I accept. Then once the new color comes out, I go back and resume. It resumes, but nothing extrudes? I don't have a clog either? What is the proper way using your software to change filament mid print and resume in the same spot?
This is a bug that I have not ben able to figure out.
id nlike to purchase this but my x1 has an skr v1.3, will that be a problem?
Nope, but this firmware will not work
Hello there. I have read all the comments, and purchased all the necessary items. I have installed everything, and I got it to self level, heat up, unload the filament, that I placed manually. I just can't get the machine to load the filament. The motor sounds like it is grinding. I have rechecked all the wiring, and re-installed the software, still no luck. I have replaced the ribbon cable twice with new ones, and also purchased a complete extruder assembly, and still will not load filament. Currently, the printer is a paper weight. Has anyone else experienced this? Anyone have a solution? Thanks in advance.
Hi is there a way to revert the process. after double checked with two friends it seem that i have a very special machine since nothing work anymore thanks
Yep, just download the factory firmware from the Artillery3d website and install it on your machine.
The BLTouch has 5 wires, but you just move the brown connector (3 pins) and the black connector (1 pin)
Is there a common GND or something? Bought your board but I also just changed to an skr 1.4 so want to make sure I’m wiring it properly but I’m obviously 1 wire short!
Thanks
The ground is common yes
@@EtherealProject3D thank you so much for the quick reply! I’ll give this a try tomorrow in that case!
Board works a charm with the skr 1.4 👍🏼
Does having a reset button next to my X1's touchscreen ensure it's a version 4? That's the gist of what I got Googling but wanted to verify before ordering the PCB. Got my machine late 2019 so it was near the V3 to v4 transition. Thanks a lot.
Yes that is correct. I got my machine in the summer of 2019 and its a V4
Thank you for your speedy response. Thought I was happy with my X1 until I experienced ABL. Hard to go back!
@@maximthemagnificent Yeah the ABL is a nice to have feature. Your timing is perfect as well, Im getting orders ready here in a few minutes.
Life got in the way, but when I finally got to it the install went smoothly, all things considered. Thanks!
hey! :)
Pls help me a little bit.
I have as same printer as you. sw x1.
when i start a print, i have to restart the printer two to three times to start, because the requested temperature will be zero.
can you possibly find a solution for this?
Thanks a lot!
Try a different slicer to rule that out.
Does this work for the Artillery Sidewinder X2?
No it does not. I am working on a board for the X2.
Is there a version of your firmware for the original Genius (not pro) equiped with the BLtouch ?
Try this drive.google.com/file/d/1bUwrxyi7oIbYdaLeXlaz6ZxjYBnk7I-s/view?usp=drivesdk
@@EtherealProject3D many thanks for that , unfortunately , after installing I see it probably only works with your PCB board and wiring and not with the standard genius PCB which has a BL touch connector as well,
is there something that can be done to change that ?
I've tried as well the Genius MBL version but get a "EPROM datasize error" message on boot, any ideas of what the issue can be ?
would it be possible to do this mod and then update the firmware to increase the max temperature? I am currently trying to do this with the wagster mod and Bl touch but I am struggling and I think it may be due to older firmware.
Yes I can update it for a higher temp. I am out for the rest of the week but will get it this weekend
@@EtherealProject3D thank you for the quick response, I was able to update max temp successfully. I guess now I should order the board and flash the firmware.
I am running a bondtech extruder. Do you happen to know if it is compatible with the new board? I would assume that it does since the extruder works with the stock board.
@@eliteman125 I see no reason why it would not. The main purpose of the board is to give connections for the heater, fans, thermistor, extruder and bltouch.
hello, can I read the Probe set of your support? thank you
Not sure what you are asking. Can you clarify?
Great mod 🙏
do you think i Can still use the pins on the board to activate led?
The pins on the board are free after relocate.
So can i extend wire and use the led maybe in differnt location?
They would have to be wired separately.
Thank you for the quick reply
I am thinking of using the disconnected z stop cabling back to led 😁
What do you think?
@@adiosb You would be missing the 4th wire needed. You could add it though. Also you would need to figure out a mounting solution for the LED. It would be an interesting challenge for sure.
I use the led as an indicator like neopixel
will mount it where the z stop where
Can run another wire for 4th pin.
Will youre firmware support it? Running both bltouch and keep led?
@@adiosb I have the LED function turned off in the firmware but it can be turned back on.
question... I upgraded to 2208 drivers...Do I need to change the config h to 2208 from 2100 ??? How?
find where it defines the 2100 drivers amd switch to 2208 and recompile.
Could it be easy to switch from stock abl to a bl touch om a Sidewinder X2? The stock one isn't so nice.
Its super easy, i have designed a mount for it. www.etherealproject3d.com/stl-files/swx2-and-genius-pro-bl-touch-cr-touch-mount
@@EtherealProject3D thank you. the most BL touch variants has 5 wires but i need only 4 to connect them? Couldn't find a hind for correct wiring :D
Find the 2 grounds and splice them.
Is your firmware any different than waggsters 1.5?
Yes, its a newer version of Marlin and I have it configured for the BL Touch a little different.
Thanks for this. Can you please remix your BL touch bracket to support mosquito hot ends as well?
I don't have a Mosquito hot end to reference. If you have exact measurements of what you want, Its not hard to design up a new one.
Spoke too soon. Extruder was fine until it just randomly locks up. Not sure what is causing it, but the gear is just vibrating and not turning. Very weird.
@@GPUSifu You might need to adjust the Vref for the new extruder.
@@EtherealProject3D nah it appears that I'm just a noob and don't know how to load the filament into this bond tech properly. I am just inexperienced with this setup. Learning more about it everyday though. I saw some posts about VREF adjustments but I probably won't dive too deep into it for now. I properly loaded the filament and things are looking promising.
@@GPUSifu Good, Im glad you seem to have figured it out.
The cooling fan on the cooling bar does not start when the extruder reaches a temperature of 50°C. I connected the fan to the Fan1 fan connection for the parts cooling. The fan FA2 (heat block fan) works. Then I checked the mainboard, and when the extruder is set to heat up to 220°C, the LED of the MOSFET for FAN2 'HE01' lights up at a temperature of 50°C, but the fan itself does not start. This is with your firmware for the X1 with BLTouch."
Greetings. First let me say great video and easy instructions. Thank you for all this. I am however having an issue since upgrading. I keep getting the Error:!! STOP called because of BLTouch error - restart with M999 every time I try to home or anything. Has anyone else had this issue? If so can you pass on the fix please.
Thank you very much. I try to make these things as easy as possible to understand and follow. Your error is typically caused by the BL Touch not being connected correctly .Go back through and verify every connection.
hello thanks for the very useful and valuable information, unfortunately I bought a 3d touch but I can't get it to work properly what do you recommend to integrate it into your firmware? thanks
The signal pathing needs to be correct. Some of the 3d touch clones are wired different. The green wire will be ground, or blue wire depending on what clone you have.
@@EtherealProject3D hi, dear friend I have a GEEETECH clone, I've tried all the possible combinations but the result doesn't change, I think I'll have to buy an original bltouch
@@antoniocioffi4107 i will see what i can find out.
@@EtherealProject3D thank you very very much
@@antoniocioffi4107 So it looks like its wired exactly how a bl touch is. I would guess you have missed something in the wiring or you have a dud probe.