3D Printer - Monoprice Select Mini v2
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| Monoprice Select Mini v2 | |
|---|---|
| Printer Style: | FDM |
| Bed Size: | 120 x 120 mm |
| Max Print Height: | 120 mmmm |
| Resolution: | 0.1 mm Layer, 0.4mm Nozzle |
| Filament Diameter: | 1.75mm |
| Max Temp: | 230°C |
| Firmware: | unknown |
| Manufacturer: | Monoprice |
| Link: | https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=21711 |
Contents
Description
An entry level Fused Deposition Modeling (aka Fused Filament Fabrication) 3D printer. The small print area, easy user interface, and relatively low-maintenance construction makes it perfect for beginners and making small parts.
There are three of these printers available in the zone.
Safety Rules
- See 3D Printing Zone
Documentation
NOTE: These materials are not a substitute for hands-on training with an experienced user.
Notes
- Clean bed with isopropyl alcohol wipes before and after use.
- Take care not to damage the heater bed when removing parts. Use plastic spatulas only.
- If your print fails to start, or pauses inexplicably part way through:
- Verify you are using a Kingston 2GB microSD card, or a microSD card that came from Monoprice.
- Format the microSD card as FAT or FAT32.
MicroSD Card Requirements:
- 2GB works best. 16GB or larger will not work.
- Formatted as FAT or FAT32.
Operation Instructions
Changing the Filament
Removing Filament
- Preheat the nozzle to filament temperature.
- Press filament tension lever.
- Slightly push in filament (about 0.1"), then pull out filament.
- Release filament tension lever.
- Store filament in a plastic bag with desiccant.
Inserting Filament
- Preheat the nozzle to filament temperature.
- Cut end of filament to a point.
- Press filament tension lever.
- Push filament in until the filament extrudes from the nozzle.
- Release filament tension lever.
References
- https://www.mpselectmini.com/ Everything you need to operate and maintain these printers. Manuals, specs, instructions for repairs/maintenance/upgrades, troubleshooting steps, etc.
