{"id":14717,"date":"2018-09-07T14:42:15","date_gmt":"2018-09-07T18:42:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dyzedesign.com\/?p=14717"},"modified":"2019-04-27T07:10:30","modified_gmt":"2019-04-27T11:10:30","slug":"cube-pro-total-conversion-step-by-step-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dyzedesign.com\/fr\/2018\/09\/cube-pro-total-conversion-step-by-step-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Cube Pro Total Conversion: A step-by-step guide on how we converted this printer into a more open and functional machine"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css=&nbsp;&raquo;.vc_custom_1536345100090{padding-top: 40px !important;}&nbsp;&raquo;][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;2\/3&Prime;][vc_column_text]The Cube Pro is a well-known printer from 3D Systems. It was released in 2014 in 3 different versions from 1 to 3 extruders. This printer is not produced anymore, but it\u2019s very common to come across a deal. Some stores still have it, or professional users are selling them.<\/p>\n<p>4 years after its release, the Cube Pro is in a gray zone. Looking at Amazon review, you\u2019ll find that 47% rated 5 stars, and 53% rated 1 star. For some reasons, it seems like quite a few machines have trouble working properly.<\/p>\n<p>We knew this printer had excellent mechanical design and we were interested in buying one. We found a pretty good deal on a non-working unit and decided to buy it. The unit in question had one extruder removed due to malfunction. The other extruder was still in the printer, but not working anymore.<\/p>\n<p>This series of blogs show how we converted this non-working Cube Pro into an amazing printer; with open source firmware, high-end components, able to print any materials, and for a fraction of the price of the original printer![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/3&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14722&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&nbsp;&raquo;.vc_custom_1536344504780{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&nbsp;&raquo;]<div class=\"alert alert_warning\"><div class=\"alert_icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\"><defs><style>.path{fill:none;stroke:#000;stroke-miterlimit:10;stroke-width:1.5px;}<\/style><\/defs><g><circle class=\"path\" cx=\"14\" cy=\"14\" r=\"12\"\/><line class=\"path\" x1=\"11.5\" y1=\"17.25\" x2=\"16.5\" y2=\"17.25\"\/><path class=\"path\" d=\"M16.46,17.8A3.94,3.94,0,0,1,17.64,15a4.61,4.61,0,0,0-.12-6.65A5.09,5.09,0,0,0,14,7h0A5.14,5.14,0,0,0,10.5,8.36,4.66,4.66,0,0,0,9,11.63a4.6,4.6,0,0,0,1.4,3.43,3.85,3.85,0,0,1,1.14,2.74h0V19c0,.87.59,2,1.67,2h1.58c1.08,0,1.67-1.16,1.67-2Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"alert_wrapper\">Disclaimer: modifying your 3D printer in anyway way will, in most case, void your printer\u2019s warranty. These modifications can also represent a moderate challenge to new 3D printer owners or non-technical users. We strongly encourage readers to read through our full blog before attempting any modification in order to ensure they understand and are able to execute each step.<\/div><a href=\"#\" class=\"close mfn-close-icon\"><span class=\"icon\">\u2715<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"alert alert_warning\"><div class=\"alert_icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\"><defs><style>.path{fill:none;stroke:#000;stroke-miterlimit:10;stroke-width:1.5px;}<\/style><\/defs><g><circle class=\"path\" cx=\"14\" cy=\"14\" r=\"12\"\/><line class=\"path\" x1=\"11.5\" y1=\"17.25\" x2=\"16.5\" y2=\"17.25\"\/><path class=\"path\" d=\"M16.46,17.8A3.94,3.94,0,0,1,17.64,15a4.61,4.61,0,0,0-.12-6.65A5.09,5.09,0,0,0,14,7h0A5.14,5.14,0,0,0,10.5,8.36,4.66,4.66,0,0,0,9,11.63a4.6,4.6,0,0,0,1.4,3.43,3.85,3.85,0,0,1,1.14,2.74h0V19c0,.87.59,2,1.67,2h1.58c1.08,0,1.67-1.16,1.67-2Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"alert_wrapper\">The steps are provided &laquo;&nbsp;AS IS&nbsp;&raquo; without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The entire risk as the quality and performance of the printer is with the users. Should the printer prove defective, the user assumes the cost of all necessary servicing, repair of correction.<\/div><a href=\"#\" class=\"close mfn-close-icon\"><span class=\"icon\">\u2715<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&nbsp;&raquo;.vc_custom_1536344674300{padding-top: 40px !important;}&nbsp;&raquo;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>About this blog<\/h2>\n<p><hr class=\" hr_color\" style=\"margin:0 auto 30px;\"\/>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]You can use it as a guide, or as an inspiration. We\u2019ll do our best to be as clear as possible with the different steps involved in this transformation. Here is what we\u2019ll cover:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The CubePro<\/li>\n<li>List of items required<\/li>\n<li>CubePro tear down<\/li>\n<li>Carriage design<\/li>\n<li>Electronics<\/li>\n<li>Assembly<\/li>\n<li>Heated bed<\/li>\n<li>Controlled environment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The process is very similar if you are planning on using a different printer. There are very few limitations to which \u00a0printers can be converted and how you change the electronics.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&nbsp;&raquo;.vc_custom_1536344754766{padding-top: 20px !important;}&nbsp;&raquo;]<\/p>\n<h3>Why all this effort?<\/h3>\n<p>You might ask why would you bother about all this trouble instead of buying an already working printer? You\u2019ll realize it very soon, but there are many advantages on building and modifying your own printer.<\/p>\n<p>First, you are probably buying a non-working printer and giving it a second life. You\u2019ll learn a lot and you\u2019ll know your machine as if you\u2019d built it from scratch without the hassle of ordering every individual part yourself.<\/p>\n<p>Second, you can decide what you want to put inside your printer. 150\u00b0C heated bed? No problem. 500\u00b0C hotend? Sure!. Touch LCD? Yes, sir! WiFi connected? Why not?. Controlled environment? You know you want it!. Swappable nozzle? Still no problem! Sky is the limit.<\/p>\n<p>Third, you\u2019ll end up \u201copening\u201d your printer to the community-driven software, supports, and materials. You won\u2019t need to order a branded spool or use the proprietary software tied with your machine. We\u2019ll go deeper into this subject later on.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, if you are looking for a high-grade machine with many features, you\u2019ll realize that the cost might be quite high. The time you invested will end up\u00a0worthing a lot once you start modifying this printer.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&nbsp;&raquo;.vc_custom_1536344766269{padding-top: 40px !important;}&nbsp;&raquo;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>The CubePro<\/h2>\n<hr class=\" hr_color\" style=\"margin:0 auto 30px;\"\/>\n\n<p>Originally from the Cubify\/Cube line of consumer printers by 3D systems, the CubePro is a successor of the CubeX printer. It is a very nice looking 3D printer, thanks to the white rounded frame and simplistic design.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Features<\/h3>\n<p>Here are some highlights of this product:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>24.29 x 23 x 27.04 cm build volume\n<ul>\n<li>For the Duo version (the one we got), due to the multiple extruder setups, the build volume is affected by the extruders. The single version has a larger one, and the triple extruder version has a smaller volume.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>0.10mm Z-axis resolution.\n<ul>\n<li>This makes no sense, as the minimum layer thickness supported is 0.07mm, smaller than the resolution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>3 material options, including nylon, compostable PLA and recyclable ABS plastic.\n<ul>\n<li>Maybe it was enough back in 2014, but 3 material is underwhelming nowadays. No flexible, no high temperature, no fiber reinforced, no metal powder, no wood. This is something we\u2019ll solve when converting to open source.<\/li>\n<li>Through an upgrade kit, called the \u201cCubePro Advanced Material\u201d, the printer could be upgraded with flexible, wood and INF (?)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Maximum 15mm (9\/16&Prime;) per second and polymer dependent.\n<ul>\n<li>I believe they meant 15mm^3. It\u2019s not bad for a 0.40mm nozzle. However, for such a large build volume, you\u2019ll probably want to get access to bigger nozzles to speed up the big prints. We\u2019ll solve this.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>280 degree C\n<ul>\n<li>This sounds like a PTFE lined hotend. 280\u00b0C is a little high for long-term application. The PTFE will slightly soften and enlarge where the pressure is generated, making it progressively taper and harder to extrude. Don\u2019t worry, once again this is something that we\u2019ll solve.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&nbsp;&raquo;.vc_custom_1536344795702{padding-top: 20px !important;}&nbsp;&raquo;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>The original hardware<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The CubePro design looks fabulous, and it&rsquo;s great to work with. The solid metal frame is hidden inside the beautiful aluminium composite panels. One panel from the top can be removed as a quick access to the extrusion system. As you can see, the filament goes through the cable chain. It looks very professional compared to the traditional tube hanging free in air.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14725&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]You can see that the frame is mostly made from cylindrical parts. It&rsquo;s a very good design choice, as a lathe is usually a lot cheaper by the hour than a mill. Most CNC lathe with a live tooling attached can do just about anything.<\/p>\n<p>The base plate is a solid 3\/16 in an aluminum plate. It holds both the frame and the electronics in place inside the case. There is a plastic plate over the electronics to keep everything clean.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14755&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]The rest of the printer is very common. Belts, ball linear guides, etc. One very interesting point is that there are no printed parts. It will allow us to increase the inside temperature without worrying about softening and weakening the frame. Many printers have printed frame parts. They are very good for lowering the costs but aren&rsquo;t the best option for a high-temperature setup. Remember that even if your frame is made from a high-temperature plastic such as peek, it&rsquo;s rigidity module is still way lower than any metal.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14729&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]By default, this printer has no heated bed platform. ABS being one of the 3 available materials, any experienced user might get skeptical, as the suggested bed temperature is around 100\u00b0C.<\/p>\n<p>However, this printer is equipped with a heated bed chamber. This will help with warping, but probably not as much as a heated bed.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14733&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]The bed is a removable thick glass with a white plastic sheet on top. The removing mechanism is easy to work with and looks very strong. The Z axis frame is made from thick sheet metal (we could call it plate) and well designed.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14731&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]The electronics, interface and software are omitted in this blog for two reasons. First, the machine wasn\u2019t working, so there was no point in evaluating them. Second, everything will be completely replaced as we don&rsquo;t want to keep the closed source system for this printer.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14735&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&nbsp;&raquo;.vc_custom_1536344816858{padding-top: 40px !important;}&nbsp;&raquo;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>List of items required<\/h2>\n<p><hr class=\" hr_color\" style=\"margin:0 auto 30px;\"\/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<table class=\"customTable\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Extrusion system<\/th>\n<th>Price<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"highlight highlight-\" >DyzeXtruder GT<\/span>\n<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"\/shop\/extruders\/dyzextruder-gt-coldend-extruder-1-75mm-2\/\">$150.00<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"highlight highlight-\" >DyzEnd-X<\/span>\n<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"\/shop\/hotends\/dyzend-x-hotend-1-75mm\/\">$100.00<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Watercooling system<\/th>\n<th>Price<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"highlight highlight-\" >DyzEnd liquid cooling block<\/span>\n<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"\/shop\/liquidcooling\/dyzend-enp-liquid-cooling-block\/\">$35.00<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"highlight highlight-\" >DyzeXtruder liquid cooling block<\/span>\n<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"\/shop\/liquidcooling\/dyzextruder-enp-liquid-cooling-block\/\">$40.00<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Radiator<\/td>\n<td>$50.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pump<\/td>\n<td>$20.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Reservoir<\/td>\n<td>$25.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tubing<\/td>\n<td>$10.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Electronics<\/th>\n<th>Price<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mainboard<\/td>\n<td>$170.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>24-12 DC-DC converter<\/td>\n<td>$20.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wire<\/td>\n<td>$10.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Heated bed<\/th>\n<th>Price<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aluminum tooling plate<\/td>\n<td>$30.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Silicon heating pad<\/td>\n<td>$50.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Magnets<\/td>\n<td>$5.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>High-temperature connectors<\/td>\n<td>$20.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Case<\/th>\n<th>Price<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>High temperature insulating foam<\/td>\n<td>$50.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>High temperatures double sided tape<\/td>\n<td>$10.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Total<\/th>\n<th>$795.00<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]Beside is a list of the items we needed for our conversion. They are categorized so you can choose which is best for you. In our case, we are looking for the following features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>500\u00b0C hotend<\/li>\n<li>150\u00b0C heated build platform<\/li>\n<li>70\u00b0C environment<\/li>\n<li>Liquid cooled<\/li>\n<li>Compatibility with any filaments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The total is around 795$.<\/p>\n<p>For our CubePro conversion, we decided to use our own products, which allows us to achieve the performances we\u2019re looking for. Each component will be later described in a general form so you can evaluate easily whether or not you need them for your application. Highlighted in blue are products you\u2019re able to find from our stores. We\u2019ll provide links to other components at the end of the blog.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&nbsp;&raquo;.vc_custom_1536344832759{padding-top: 40px !important;}&nbsp;&raquo;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>CubePro teardown and analysis<\/h2>\n<hr class=\" hr_color\" style=\"margin:0 auto 30px;\"\/>\n\n<p>The teardown was quite straightforward as modern 3D printers are generally simple. A few steps required two people since some parts were quite heavy.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Extrusion system<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]The first step is to completely remove the extruder. There are many wires going through the cable chain. We\u2019ll be replacing them later with our own cables which have connectors.<\/p>\n<p>The two extruders nicely sit one after the other. A third space is designed to accept the CubePro Trio extruder. Side note: having a single carriage design for 3 printer versions is a great idea.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14769&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]There are 3 PCBs for our CubePro Duo, one main PCB, and one per extruder. The biggest board has quite a lot of integrated circuits. The big mosfets are probably designed to manage the power for the 3 heating elements. The board has tantalum and a ceramic capacitor, much less prone to break under high temperature compared to aluminum electrolytic. This is a good (and required) design choice when circuits are under a heated environment.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14767&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]Once the extruders, hotends, and PCBs are removed, you have access to the carriage. The design is quite simple: one large cylinder with ball bearings, a smaller one, and a plate linking everything together. Sadly, the small holes are positioned in such a way that we won\u2019t be able to use them for our system.<\/p>\n<p>One possible solution would be to machine it to our requirements. However, we preferred to design our own plate to get an optimal solution. Sheet metal is very affordable, even in single quantity. We\u2019ll also be able to keep our \u201cno printed part\u201d requirement for high-temperature environment.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14765&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Framing<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]The back panel can be removed very easily, giving access to the multiple screws holding the back plastic cap. This cap helps to hold the internal frame in place, and also acts as a heat barrier when heating the inside. The front has the same panel which must be removed.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14772&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14763&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]As mentioned before, the main frame is held within the shell. There are few screws on the base plate that still hold them together. Once these are removed, the frame can be slid from the back. This operation can be tricky alone, make sure you\u2019ve got help to avoid any damage to you and the printer.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14755&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14761&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]Once the frame is out, you\u2019ll be able to easily work around it.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14759&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Electronics<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]The base plate holds the electronics. There are 5 distinct elements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Noise reduction input<\/li>\n<li>24V DC Power Supply<\/li>\n<li>Relay board<\/li>\n<li>Main Board<\/li>\n<li>Heater<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We\u2019ll be keeping everything, except the main board. Someone with a lot of time could probably be able to hack it and push a new firmware as it looks a lot like the compatible open-source boards, but this is not the point of this project.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_single_image image=&nbsp;&raquo;14735&Prime; img_size=&nbsp;&raquo;large&nbsp;&raquo; alignment=&nbsp;&raquo;center&nbsp;&raquo; onclick=&nbsp;&raquo;link_image&nbsp;&raquo;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&nbsp;&raquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text]All the wires connecting from the main board can be reused or changed. It\u2019s up to the user, as they are beautifully braided and already routed. 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