How to install a BLTouch on your Elegoo Neptune 2 & other upgrades

[@GomeowCreations]

I will show you step by step how easy it is to upgrade your Neptune 2 to have auto bed leveling using a BLTouch. Links to everything can be found below. ELEGOO Neptune 2 3D Printer - amzn.to/3eJQkqJ BLTouch : With 1M Extension Cable Set - amzn.to/3xY6OTJ Filament: 20% off any filament from the JAYO store. Just Use code B3BL8Z3M at checkout. JAYO Store - amzn.to/2UA9mcj Black PLA Silk Filament 1.75mm - amzn.to/3eD1ZHN Copper PLA Silk Filament 1.75mm - amzn.to/3ztO1zL Blue PLA Filament 1.75mm - amzn.to/3x4AuND 3D Files & Firmware: Auto Bed leveling Firmware - bit.ly/BLtouchFireware Elegoo Neptune 2 BLtouch Mount - www.thingiverse.com/thing:4801614 Elegoo Neptune 2 Storage drawer V2 - www.thingiverse.com/thing:4908528 Adjustable Elegoo Neptune 2 feet - www.thingiverse.com/thing:4875576 Oni Mask - www.thingiverse.com/thing:4907146 Installing Hardware: M3 x 6mm Bolts - amzn.to/3iGu1Dl Cable Zip Ties - amzn.to/3kQiVyc Braided 1/8 inch Wire Loom - amzn.to/36XG0ae Tools: Cordless Screwdriver - amzn.to/3eRmoce Long Hex Allen Bit Set - amzn.to/3BBSkeb Short Hex Allen Bit Set - amzn.to/3x2kj3h ________________________________________________ If you are looking for more tools and materials that I use, well you're in luck! I made a page on my website just for that and I'm updating all the time so bookmark it to stay up to date: GomeowCreations.com/tools-and-materials GomeowCreations.com/partners-discount-codes ________________________________________________ My PATREON ➜ patreon.com/GomeowCreations One time support ➜ paypal.me/gomeowcreations ________________________________________________ Instagram ➜ instagram.com/gomeowcreations/ Facebook ➜ facebook.com/GomeowCreations/ ________________________________________________

[@TheFeralEngineer]

Just printed your mount the other day for my 2. I flashed Marlin 2.1.2 onto my machine with lvgl (with a custom elegoo boot icon :D ), set it to 6x6 grid and turned on high speed probing (i hate that repetitive in/out of the sensor between measurements). I picked my 2 up for just over a hundo and I'm loving it. It even gives my 3 a run for the money.

[@retrodesign3d136]

You can fix the "flat issue" by loosening the side bolts on the sides letting machine settle and tightening again. The wobble is a simple assembly issue with the brace extrusion bar underneath not being level when tightened down.

[@Johnnii360]

Dang you were faster! :D

[@TheFeralEngineer]

good thing I read down in the comments. I came here to say the same thing XD

[@DarthPotatoes]

Thank you so much for making this video. I was able to get my bltouch installed very quickly with your help. I did run in to one small problem after the fact, in that my bltouch failed it's self test. I ended up having to manually pull out the probe with the power off and turn the machine on and I haven't had a problem since. Thank you again

[@GomeowCreations]

I'm happy that I was able to help 😁👍

[@chrisred87]

My Neptune 2 was wobbly when I got it, I just simply loosen the 2 big screws on each side holding the vertical bits and the 4 holding the top bar seated it firmly on a glass table then tightened them up again, it has been fine ever since.👍

[@GomeowCreations]

I have tried that and it didn't seem to do anything. It's all good though seeing that the feet make it sit perfect now.

[@chrisred87]

@@GomeowCreations I had my wife put pressure on the 2 horizontal bars as I tightened them all up not sure if that made the difference.

[@MissingLinkMTB]

Wow! You really broke this down Barney style! Usually people do videos assuming you know the terms and such. I'm brand new to this and this video has me very confident to do this on my own. I definitely need those feet too!

[@GomeowCreations]

Thanks and happy to help 😁👍

[@ceet3015]

7:04 The Neptune 2 only does have this problem, if you didn't build it properly. You have to loosen all screws of the frame and the screws inside the plastic box, then retighten it on a plane surface and make sure everything sits flush at a 90 degree angle without getting twisted before mounting the profiles from the z axis. The buttom aluminium profiles aren't parallel to each other causing this wobble. My Neptune 2 doesn't wobble at all, because I don't thrust the chinese manufacturer, for a reason.

[@Furzkampfbomber]

This helped immensely. I am quite new to 3D printing, I have my Neptune 2S just a couple of weeks now and I was already thinking about upgrading it with auto-leving. And right now I've stumbled over a time-limited offer on Amazon, where I can get this sensor for only 20 buck - but I need to make a decision _fast,_ which also means, someone telling me about this sensor in an informative, but _short_ video. Found it... and I still have 30 minutes to place my order. Thanks a lot! :D

[@GomeowCreations]

I don't know if the firmware that I posted for this video will work on the 2S seeing that this was made for the 2. I just don't know if they are running the same hardware or not. If anything contact elegoo and ask them for the right firmware.

[@Furzkampfbomber]

@@GomeowCreations Thanks for pointing this out! I think I the Neptune 2 and 2S are a bit different in terms of hardware, as in 'several parts on the outside look different', but when it comes to mainboard and firmware, I think they are pretty much identical. The 2S even has the same holes for sensor installation. Anyway, I will have a closer look once the sensor arrives and as I understand it, I can always change the settings manually. I could write a short comment about how everything went, in case you are interested, but I won't find the time to install the sensor before the weekend.

[@petertheasian]

I’m interested in an install on my 2S as well. It’s got this dip in the middle that just makes levelling impossible.

[@ATP-Flo]

Lol what a timing, I literally got this BLtouch yesterday and was looking for a tutorial for the neptune 2. I am going to do this now. Thank you!

[@GomeowCreations]

Perfect. Just make sure to check out the file I have with the firmware due to there being 2 main board versions. If you load the wrong one it will make the printer no longer work until you flash the right firmware. I got very lucky when doing them and it just worked the first time for me but I learn after posting this video that people had some problems and that was why. If you have any questions feel free to ask. 😁👍

[@ATP-Flo]

@@GomeowCreations Oh I closed it 10 minutes ago. My printer is from July 2021 sold in Europe. What do you think which version I need? Else I've just got to open it again. ^^ Or I just try the fist if you say I can't really hard-brick it anyway. Thanks!

[@GomeowCreations]

You can look at a serial number. I have a file in my downloadable file thing that tells you what you need to look for. You can also look at the info screen on the printer before flashing it to see what version it is. V1.0.3 or V2.0.2

[@ATP-Flo]

Scratch that. As I read in your readme, its possible to check the version in the UI. Thanks! EDIT: You're answering really fast. :D Thanks

[@GomeowCreations]

Just let me know what happens 😁👍

[@joeventura1]

You are awesome! Just ordered one with your link because your video was so comprehensive!

[@GomeowCreations]

Well thank you very much and I'm happy that the video was helpful in your choice. Let me know if you have any questions when you get it 😊👍

[@Linds2476]

u guys dont understand how helpful this is

[@Smartline90]

Wonderfull upgrade pls more for the Elegoo Neptune 2

[@GomeowCreations]

Thanks 😊👍

[@ATP-Flo]

It worked! Perfect instructions. Everything as described and no surprises. 😀 Big thanks!

[@hackmedia7755]

I bought four M4 Wing nuts and washers to fix the knobs when it's level. It prevents the calibration from slipping.

[@luke8619]

very helpful tutorial and great that you supply the firmware files. Subbed

[@rednax16]

Awesome, many thanks for this great tutorial! Was kind of frightened by wat I read here and there about the printer freaking out afterwards, but this works great.

[@nickt8132]

Brilliant tutorial and i bought the kit and installed autolevelling. Please can you help me, I followed these instructions and now the printer will not print. it auto levelled but it won't accept the settings for the print from cura ... I cant find any way to revert to the original software please can you give me some advice? thanks Nick

[@GomeowCreations]

If you go to the Elegoo website you can get the most up to date and stock firmware from Elegoo. Download and install that and let me know if that fixes the problem

[@nickt8132]

@@GomeowCreations thanks for the help, I did the update and i think things are working ok! the auto levelling works (I think) and now I seem to be printing ok !!! I think I need to tweak the Z setting (I may have gone too close). I really appreciate your video and help... so thanks best wishes Nick

[@Poombeef]

Do you have to add a G29; in your start G code to get it to auto level before your print? I saw another video where you have to auto level and set the z offset before each print manually then start the print. Did you get the same result? Does the z offset get stored? Does the G29 command on the start g code work?

[@tobias6365]

I got the same question. :o

[@1dayearjewelry]

It's a really cool printer. I want one too. It's too expensive. I enjoyed the video. Looking forward to good work in the future!! ❤❤

[@GomeowCreations]

Thank you and this is one of the cheapest printers you can get to be honest. 😅

[@Fur_Loki]

I wish I had this video last week when I started fighting the bltouch install

[@GomeowCreations]

What problems did you have?

[@FlexTCWin]

Fantastic video! I didnt use the original bltouch but a cheaper probe of amazon. Works the same. Instructions were fantastic. One question ist left. I noticed a rattling from the z-axis. This I think is due to the printer constantly changing the height of the z-axis to compensate for the bed warping. Is there a way to resolve this? I tightening the screw of the lead screw bracket as well as the connection to the stepper motor. But the rattling remains. I might try to print a ball bearing top bracket. But maybe you have had a similar issue?

[@timboles9480]

Thank you for this very easy to follow how-to video, i just installed my bl touch and its leveling for the first time Just wondering is there any thing i need to do after i set the z offset? Does it save the z offset? Or will i have set it every time?

[@albertlesbretelles]

That's a really helpful video! I'm wondering if the same thing can be done with a Neptune X?!

[@michaelhensley3278]

I just saw your video, great instructions! But when I downloaded your config file, I noticed the bed leveling config was still set to manual, and my Neptune 2D didn't change how it operated after updating. Is this the file you said you would include for us? What configurations do I need to change to make it work like how I saw in the video?

[@GomeowCreations]

The files that I have provided are only for the Neptune 2 and I don't know if it will work for any of the other versions of the Neptune 2 printers.

[@marc12344321]

Thanks for the video. All worked great :) Two Questions: 1. It looks like you set the GRID_MAX_POINTS Option for X and Y to 4 in the config file. Is that correct? 2. Did you leave the X and Y Offsets from the Probe to the Nozzle at X=32.55 and Y=-7 (like in the config you provided) or did you adjust those aswell. Obviously those depent on the printed BL Touch Mount. But since most people use the printable one you linked, it should be the same offset for everybody using this mount (since measuring the offset accurately is pretty hard).

[@GomeowCreations]

1. I don't remember if I did change that or not but it might have been set to 5 or something and I don't feel that it needs that may points. 2. I didn't do anything to the offset for the probe settings. That does center the probe on my bed really well so with the mount I linked it should be fine.

[@marc12344321]

@@GomeowCreations Thanks for your answer. One more question: - Has your printer also gotten a little bit louder with the BL Touch working? I think mine makes slight ticking/clicking noises due to the small adjustments in the Z-Axis.

[@Tbaz777]

Im receiving my printer finally tomorrow with the Bltouch. After I install the Bltouch and flash the firmware, if I power off the machine do I have to keep re entering the Z offset in the UI each time I power it back on? Seen some info of it not saving the Z offset.. Cheers

[@GomeowCreations]

So it looks like the z offset isn't saving when the power is off using the new firmware. I'm talking with elegoo now to get this fixed I'm also trying to get them to make the UI better seeing that I feel it's lacking in options and tools. Let's see if I can get this going and I might make a post about it once it's done but I will update the description of this video when I have better info. For now if you do use the firmware you are going to have to run the auto bed level everytime you turn the printer on. Write down the offset that works for you so you know what to set it to and it should work for now 😁👍

[@Tbaz777]

@@GomeowCreations it's seems my Z offset seems to be saving even when turning the printer off, so not an issue for me. What has become a slight issue is since installing the Bltouch, there's now a knocking sound coming from the Z stepper motor when it prints. I've tried everything to correct it with no joy. I've contacted Elegoo and they said that they've had other customers having the same issue who have installed the BLtouch. Are you having this issue, and if so any ideas on how to solve it? I'm at my whits end 😅 thanks alot

[@radishdalek]

Your upgrade guide is very clear and helpful - thank you Is the Neptune capable of printing Polysmooth (PVB) ?

[@GomeowCreations]

Well thank you very much for the kind words about my video. I have never used it but looking at the settings required to print it I would say yes it could print it. 😁👍

[@radishdalek]

@@GomeowCreations Thank you

[@GomeowCreations]

No problem 👍

[@kelvingreaves1723]

Just seen your video as I was looking for info on glass bed upgrade, I was getting perfect prints on the original bed, but since changing to glass bed having issue with sticking down the base layer when on standard settings, can you advise on best settings when using glass bed Also note on the wobble in frame, mine wobbled but I put it on a flat surface released the side frame screws then retighten while pushing down and it removes all wobble no need for feet,

[@GomeowCreations]

I used a PEI sheet on all of my glass build plate and they work really good. Here is a link to the one I use amzn.to/3ypeBKf For PLA I heat the bed to 60c and 180c to 220c on the hot end. I print a lot using silk pla and it likes to be on the hotter end. I make sure that my PEI sheet and keep any oils and dust off of it.

[@thefishey502]

Do you have to adjust the z offset every time you ABL?

[@karls4354]

Just ordered my Neptune, can't wait! Would you say I should order a Sensor immediately or try the Manual leveling First ? Greetings From Germany!

[@GomeowCreations]

Awesome and I would get the bltouch right away. But don't try to install it until you can print the mount for it.

[@GomeowCreations]

Also check out this video if you want to see how I set it up when I got it kzbin.info/www/bejne/ini5mJKil7NqfKc

[@karls4354]

@@GomeowCreations already Watched that one 👍 I ordered a Bltouch Clone right now, which got good Reviews. Can i Set this Up using your Firmware? The Sensor should be identically by Stats and built.

[@GomeowCreations]

You can use my same firmware with that. Just keep in mind that the wires will be different colors.

[@g_gaming2893]

Sorry if this is a dumb question but is there any changes on the 2s from the 2 that would change this process any?

[@GomeowCreations]

I honestly have no idea seeing that after making this video a found out they changed the main board on the first Neptune 2 printers and have to make 2 different firmwares to make it work.

[@emranullah6259]

hey, can you make a video about the extruder skipping? I am 13 and all of this is kinda hard for me to understand but your video help me get a better idea about what I was doing and when I got my bl touch it took me like 3 days to set up because there were no videos about it

[@GomeowCreations]

What skipping are you having?

[@emranullah6259]

@@GomeowCreations my extruder keeps making a click sound and when I look at it it just goes backward and then forward and I also have stringing problem and some of my prints have layers missing also is there a way were the bl touch goes down before the hot end and the bed heats up

[@GomeowCreations]

Was this happening after installing the new firmware?

[@emranullah6259]

@@GomeowCreations the extruder yes and the stringing problem too

[@Justdigit2]

@@emranullah6259 Are you sure it's skipping?? Is. It not the z axis?

[@DavesChaoticBrain]

I've seen some people mention changing the springs under the bed to help with keeping this level. But I haven't seen anyone actually mention where to get new springs or what kind of springs to get. I find I have to do some pretty drastic re-leveling after every print. So I imagine, even with auto-leveling, I'd still need to do it after every print so would you have any idea about this spring option? Thanks!

[@GomeowCreations]

So you can get some of these springs amzn.to/3fuGyZL. They should be a lot stiffer. When it comes to the problem you are having, how loose are your springs on your bed? I had may z end stop at its lowest point so I could have my springs be a bit tighter and so it wouldn't come out of leave so easily. When it comes to the auto bed leveling I kind just set it up once and it has not needed any leveling and I have even moved the printer from room to room.

[@DavesChaoticBrain]

@@GomeowCreations That's one thing I'm super confused about. I have my Z stop at about 5mm point as they suggested. I have no idea how the z stop influences the leveling. I would think that if I can get a good level with it at that point, the leveling should hold and neither the z stop or the level should need to be adjusted. I would think the leveling and the z stop would be totally separate things. And I honestly have no idea how to answer how loose my springs are.

[@GomeowCreations]

Basically the tighter you have your springs the more pressure the put on the bolt and will help keep them from moving over time. By moving the z-end stop down it will make you tighten down your bed more.

[@ChrimsonNL]

Hey , tnx alot for this video. i just bought the BLtouch and want to install it but my machine is using V1.0.4. can i just use the original V1.0.4 from elegoo and edit the config file that comes with the original version to activate the autolevel function for the BLtouch??

[@facug21]

Thanks for the video! I did follow through but my BLTouch is not extending the probe when I hit auto leveling. It does extend and retract when I turn it on though, do you have any idea why that may be?

[@GomeowCreations]

Unplug the bltouch at the sensor and plug it back in and see if that fixes it. Make sure the printer is off. When you turn it on it should move. If it doesn't cheap the plugs at the main board to see if they are fully plugged in.

[@facug21]

Thanks for the quick reply. It does move, and it's red, but it doesn't when it's actually leveling

[@GomeowCreations]

And you did reflash the firmware right?

[@facug21]

@@GomeowCreations Yes, tons of times haha

[@facug21]

@@GomeowCreations reflashed 6 more times since this comment, the 13th time was the charm...

[@ATP-Flo]

Dear GomeowCreations, could you explain step-by-step how to save the Z-offset for the Naptune 2? It seems I've got about -1,4mm to -1,7mm distance between the nozzle and the bed. After manually triggering the autoleveling I can set it per hand with a piece of paper but the Neptune 2 won't save it for next time. I always have to autolevel and set offset again. I'd like to save the Z-offset and let the printer do the autoleveling at the start of each print automatically but not per hand after booting. I wanna automate it as much as possible so I dont have to tinker around with paper and stuff. Is that possible? Thank you!

[@GomeowCreations]

You should be able to run the auto bed leveling using the screen. It will probe the bed and go to the center of the bed. Once it's hear you can adjust the z offset. Once you have it to your liking it should save when you exit that screen.

[@ATP-Flo]

@@GomeowCreations And will the auto-bed-leveling and offset be saved for further boots or only for this boot and it has to be done every time? No option to store the offset in the firmware or so? Thank you!

[@ATP-Flo]

@@GomeowCreations Oh, I'm stupid... I found it out now. The Z-Offset IS actually STORED. The mistake was: I don't have to trigger the auto-level each time manually in the UI but add the auto-level startcode in Cura so that he probes the heatmap before each print and than uses this heatmap and the stored offset (which is always saved in the printer). That makes much more sense now.

[@GomeowCreations]

Oh yeah this printer doesn't seem to like the gcode command to prove before the print. I tried that yesterday and it made things just not work right

[@ATP-Flo]

@@GomeowCreations Yeah, I have a new problem. After activating the start code G29 it does its autoleveling but during the print it switches the screen to Z-offset adjustment and the print monitoring view disappears. Wtf? You know what I mean? It does not work properly when you make the autoleveling in the gcode because it leaves the printing UI screen. Currently I can only do manual autoleveling and use gcode without G29 and autoleveling. So I don't know if the mesh is actually enabled then. Hm.....

[@Ballonboy01]

Wouldn't happen to have the firmware files for version 1.0.4? Can't even find them on the actual website. Or is it safe to update it using the 2.0.1 files? I don't want to brick my machine.

[@GomeowCreations]

What printer do you have? I ask because this one works with the Neptune 2 and not the s or x version

[@Ballonboy01]

@@GomeowCreations I have a Neptune 2, the firmware version is 1.0.4 but the only 2 versions in the folder is for 1.0.3 and 2.0.1, is it safe to upgrade it to 2.0.1 or will it brick?

[@Ballonboy01]

@@GomeowCreations I got it to work downgrading to 1.0.3 bl touch, still having first layer issues but I'm currently printing the adjustable feet for it so we'll see after sometime tomorrow lol. Thank you for this nice walkthrough on installing this.

[@Linds2476]

I did everything you said but when I turned on the 3-D printer the for the first time it didn't go and probe the whole bed. I'm not sure what to do please help!

[@ghostbusta615]

I printed one set of the adjustable feet and they will not screw together, what are your settings or tips to print them? Orientation on the build plat, raft setting, ect..

[@guythejedi]

I did this as you did but now nothing is sticking to the bed and the Z-motor is making a knocking noise, any advice?

[@GomeowCreations]

Knocking is not good. As for things not sticking that might be due to you not having the z offset close enough to the bed. Run the auto bed leveling again and adjust that. When it comes to the knocking noise, I have no idea what that could be. Sorry 😅

[@ceet3015]

The knocking noise is normal. It's the z stepper making very small movements. My advise after 4 days: Bltouch on Neptune 2 is shit. Go with manual bed leveling. My first layer is bad, no matter what I do. With manual leveling my first layer was always accurate af.

[@willplaysgames184]

I added G29 to cura and the printer asks for the Z offset at the start of every print, and if I hit the back button, it returns to the main menu.

[@GomeowCreations]

Yeah you can't do the G29 or it will do that. You just need to level it and do the offset and it should be good to go.

[@cilantrof190]

This is awesome! I'm going to have to do this next time I get the chance. Quick q, what are your ideal settings? I'm having some bad times with mine. I get bad stringing and my very bottom layers are piney, as if they aren't cohering.

[@GomeowCreations]

What material are you printing with? Also what slicer?

[@cilantrof190]

@@GomeowCreations I'm using black pla (from a brand called 3d solutech) and the slicer I'm using is the cura version they provided with the Neptune 2

[@GomeowCreations]

What temperature are you printing at and are you using the fan at 100%

[@cilantrof190]

I've tried alot of different variables. I mostly do 50% fan speed with 200-210 extruder heat with a 60-80 bed heat

[@GomeowCreations]

I have good luck with 190c nozzle 50c bed and 100% cooling fan. Normally straining is due to too much heat in pla if I'm not mistaken. Pla likes to be cooled really fast as well so max fan normally works best.

[@grimmsterzed]

Hey Gomeow! I just followed this guide and I'm having some issues with your firmware. The autolevel feature is not there (Still showing the manual levelling) and the z axis doesn't go home. It only moves upward slightly. Are you aware of this issue? Any fix?

[@GomeowCreations]

Do you have the Neptune2 or the Neptune2 S or whatever other version that have our?

[@grimmsterzed]

@@GomeowCreations It's a 2D. I read your other reply that you didn't test on other versions of the printer after I sent this message. I don't know where I could find the right firmware for my printer though... How much would I owe ya to write me the file, or teach me how to write it?

[@GomeowCreations]

Yeah sadly I don't know what is needed to get it going on that printers and the one that I using is this video was the 1st generation of the Neptune2. The best thing you can do it contact elegoo and ask them if they have the firmware for you to do that or at the very least the stock firmware so you can get the printer working properly again. I know this info will not help you with this problem but they are coming out with a new Neptune 3 printer soon and I have one in my shop now that I will be making a video about soon. It comes stock with auto bed leveling 😅👍 Anyways let me know what happens and if you get things all working after contacting elegoo.

[@grimmsterzed]

@GomeowCreations Thanks for the help!!! I talked to some friends on Reddit and they suggest I set up Marlin. As for the Neptune 3, I would love to get one, they're just so much money here in Canada, haha I'll stay tuned though, and I'll let you know how everything goes :)

[@kmurph62]

Will the Zip file work on the neptune 2ss aswell?

[@GomeowCreations]

I don't believe so

[@studiovulcan4411]

I can't seem to find gcode that doesn't keep the z offset menu up while it prints. If i hit back, it goes back to the main menu, forgets the offset, homes, resumes print at a much much higher gap and just pours filament everywhere (if i decide to hit back in the z offset menu. I can leave it up while it prints, but then i don't have access to the print menu while it's printing). You seemed to not have that issue right away, I wonder what I need to do to fix this issue.

[@donaldparkhurst3471]

I just got the NEPTUNE X, and the BLTouch from Amazon. I followed everything you did and machine starts, and panel is readable. I put the 4 files on the thumb drive and put it in the printer. I started printer and it went thru the changing. I removed the thumb and rebooted and it still says Leveling and no auto leveling. The BLTouch blinked and is red. Did I forget anything to make it auto level?

[@GomeowCreations]

So I have no idea if this something would work on the Neptune X. Do they have the same main boards?

[@Spiketype]

this exact same thing is happening on my neptune 2

[@guythejedi]

my version is 1.02 will this mess up my printer if I install the 1.03?

[@GomeowCreations]

Use the 1.0.3 one and you should be fine. Mine was 1.0.2 just make sure you follow the instructions in my zip file 😁👍

[@Onceuponajuan]

Thanks dawg

[@henrydavis2660]

I noticed at 0:46 you had it probing really quickly, looking at the text file I don't see a way to disable the double probing per point, how'd you do this? and is It practical and as accurate?

[@hiimjames9234]

CAn you use a 3d touch if your not able to get a BL touch?

[@GomeowCreations]

Yeah it's basically the same thing

[@zerocool6200]

I watched a video from a guy who installed this and said it didn't work that well, so I was wonder what has your experience with it been? like has your opinion of it changed since making the video? I noticed in his video he did some things different like the cable on the BL touch was facing inside unlike your instructions that say to have it facing out and in general the BL touch was pretty far from the nozzle than in wan in your video. sorry for the long comment

[@ceet3015]

I got mine yesterday and installed it.. I'm having a really hard time trying to make it work. It really seems like manual leveling is the better option for the Neptune 2. I'm starting to get pissed of. The automatic leveling is too high and too close at the same time. And then the loud clicking noise from the z stepper because of the micro movements are annoying. Even Elegoo is recommending to use manual leveling (look at their installation guide for the BLTouch). At this moment I'm getting the best results with 2x2 probes, means the middle part (which is the highest point) of the bed isn't even measured. And even with this leveling it's too high and too close at the same time, at a small benchy! Seems like the z movements a messing up the print.

[@Genorockz]

Will this work for the Neptune X?

[@GomeowCreations]

I honestly dont know what main board is it running?

[@benpothier1802]

Thank you very helpful

[@donaldparkhurst3471]

Is the process the same for the NEPTUNE X?

[@GomeowCreations]

Is that the due color one?

[@donaldparkhurst3471]

@@GomeowCreations It is the newer NEPTUNE model?

[@GomeowCreations]

Oh well I don't know to be honest. Open it up and take a look at the main board. You might find a plug for it. But I suggest contacting elegoo about it as ask them. They normally get back quickly with good info

[@Bearded_Blonde]

It's only leveling in the center of the bed. Then to one corner. Goes to center again and is way off the bed. No way I should ave to adjust the z offset to -30.40. Any help would be greatly appreciated

[@rohitralhan1978]

After flashing only thing I see is blank screen with horizontal lines....not sure whats going on...any ideas?

[@GomeowCreations]

Try re loading everything onto the SD card again and try to flash it again and see if that helps

[@rohitralhan1978]

@@GomeowCreations did that multiple times with and without bltouch enabled same result...

[@GomeowCreations]

Very odd, you might have bricked the screen or main board. I would contact elegoo ASAP about it and see if they have a way to fix it

[@rohitralhan1978]

@@GomeowCreations thats what I was thinking too, may have bricked it...will shoot them an email and see what they say...thank you....

[@GomeowCreations]

Let me know what happens

[@HPijl666]

Does did work on an Neptune 2S ?

[@GomeowCreations]

Yes and no. I don't think the firmware will work with it at all

[@davidgriffey5045]

mine uses 2.0.2, i flashed that and it seems to be stuck on "flash chip erasing"

[@davidgriffey5045]

could it be because your file says 2.0.1?

[@GomeowCreations]

Maybe, it's honestly been a long time since I made that video so I don't remember much from it. I know that I had a reedme file with it for 2 different motherboards that they came with.

[@davidgriffey5045]

@@GomeowCreations ya i verified i am using the right one of your files. however it it STILL stuck on that screen for 40 minutes now. even if i reboot it it goes straight back to that screen. So.... not sure what to do.

[@GomeowCreations]

Can you put a clean copy of that file on the sd card and try it again?

[@davidgriffey5045]

@@GomeowCreations i just did that and same thing still

[@minutemenapparel]

If I already have firmware v1.0.3 do I need to update the firmware still or should I be able to use the bltouch after install?

[@GomeowCreations]

Do you have the Neptune 2 or 2s?

[@minutemenapparel]

@@GomeowCreations it’s a Neptune 2, not the S

[@GomeowCreations]

Just checking because from what I have seen the 2s will just brick if you use the firmware I talk about. So no matter what you have to enable the bltouch by updating the firmware

[@minutemenapparel]

@@GomeowCreations so I can update to the latest firmware or stick to 1.0.3? but just need to update the code line to enable the auto level and I should be good?

[@GomeowCreations]

Basically, there is still a chance you might brick the printer so your best bet is email elegoo with your printer serial number and ask them for the firmware that will work with that printer with bltouch enabled

[@proatbilliards]

why doesnt your printer show the image of the print on the screen as it should?

[@GomeowCreations]

You can save it in 2 different ways. One will show and the other won't

[@proatbilliards]

@@GomeowCreations can you explain that?

[@hoboshrek]

thank you this help so fucking much got two off these printer got them at $100 each new

[@hoboshrek]

for 2 months my bed keep bugging intel i find this video to install the BLTouch

[@LucaHedger]

does it work with cr - touch?

[@GomeowCreations]

Not that I know of to be honest

[@Eliseo202]

Ok, so if you're planning on doing this upgrade AND putting cable chains on, the 1 meter cable is NOT enough. Get the 2 meter cable and save your self some hassle

[@GomeowCreations]

Yes 😁👍

[@alanjones8560]

I forgot to order M3 x 6mm bolts. Doh.

[@GomeowCreations]

😅👍

[@zachwolf7545]

be careful with this thing, it doesn't level all that well if you let it go for a while and don't manually adjust it. just had to take mine off today to fix the issues i've been having with my printer

[@TheLastHardrada]

Accidentally deleted my comment. RIP. I followed all the instructions, made sure it was the right version, and no AutoLevel button in my menus. I'm not sure what I did wrong.

[@GomeowCreations]

You have the 2S right? Well they changed some stuff around in the different versions and what I have in my video will only work on the Neptune 2 not the 2S. My suggestion is to contact Elegoo and ask them if they have the firmware for that printer. I wish I could help more but I can't. 😅

[@danielaaguilar1655]

I got the bltouch for $1.90

[@GomeowCreations]

How?

[@Teasy-uk1bm]

P

[@hellyeaOU812]

how do you revert back to manual level I do not like the way this thing levels its to tight on the back left corner and ok everywhere else