Rat Rig V-core 4 Hybrid 500 mm is done!

[@HamiltonServices530]

Now I can't stop watching the black dot go around! LOL! Mesmerizing.

[@woodwaker1]

I can't believe they did not design an indicator for it. I guess I'll have to do that - just have to figure out what it should be. Thanks for watching

[@nullvoid413]

Subscribed! Just purchased mine a week ago. Can’t wait! Post more videos about it, it’s really interesting to see.

[@woodwaker1]

Thanks for watching and the sub! Ask any questions - I'll try and answer them and help if possible. You might start reading the assembly guides and watch some build videos. I have referenced them in previous videos. Take your time and if you don't understand a step look for help. Some of the instructions are confusing. Good luck on your build, what version did you order?

[@nullvoid413]

@ thanks for the tips buddy! I ordered the VCore 4 500 with the idex upgrade

[@woodwaker1]

@@nullvoid413 I hope you enjoy it. I have two V-core 3 Rat Rigs a 400 and a 500 - like the 4 better, it is built more solid and they made some great improvements. I may get another v-core 4 - 500 will see, so far so good.

[@MsdMakingSawDust]

Hey looks like you got it moving right along. That a big printer. We knew you would get rolling right along after awhile. Thanks for the update. Now we will see what creations come off of it. Take care

[@apocalypticangell]

Would love to see a comparison between v-core 4 and a Bambu. Especially comparing quality and how much tuning is required. I’m on the fence between the two. I don’t mind doing the assembly but I’m tired of the endless tuning needed on my current printer just to get so-so quality. I’m looking for something that once set-up doesn’t need significant tuning to get good results. The bambu stuff looks good, but it is smaller than I want and the idex intrigues me.

[@woodwaker1]

I would say if you don't need the size, the Bambu X1C with AMS would probably be better. If you could benefit from the almost 4 times the bed size, the Rat Rig. You might also wait to see what Bambu comes out with for their large format. I'm fortunate that I have multiple printers that I can pick for a specific project. Two that can print multiple colors and a few with big bed sizes. Thanks for watching and the good question.

[@MakerMindNexus]

Love the video good sir looks amazing 👏

[@woodwaker1]

Thanks Dan, now to start moving things around, but you know what that is like, too many printers and too little space.

[@MakerMindNexus]

@woodwaker1 yes good sir. It is a pain at times. Have a great day good sir.

[@HelgeKeck]

the clog detection works only with a PTFE tube

[@woodwaker1]

Thanks

[@manny_css5099]

This is awesome currently working on the wiring for mine 😃

[@woodwaker1]

Good luck. I tried to keep the wiring neat, but so many are just too long and I didn't want to cut them and have to put new connectors on..

[@RobertpaulWilson]

Dave you are amazing.

[@woodwaker1]

Bob, thanks for watching and the kind words. This has been a very interesting project spanning over 3 months.

[@stevesclocks]

Great looking printer. It would be awesome compare the speed and quality of the tree printed on each of your printers.

[@woodwaker1]

Thanks Steve, sorry I just saw your comment. It is a beast and I'm running it slow until I get it tuned in. So far it is doing a great job. I just posted a video where I'm printing Christmas cards almost all of the way across. The first layer is coming out great over almost 500mm square.

[@stevesclocks]

@@woodwaker1 Thanks for the update. I have been thinking about getting a larger format printer, but the desk next to my PC is already full with 3 Prusas. Anything bigger would have to go downstairs where it is not as useable.

[@woodwaker1]

@@stevesclocks Steve, That's why all mine are in the basement. We are fortunate to have them here, and it is a great place to keep them - the noise never makes it to the living area. That is why I have added wifi cameras so I can watch them. I think one of the new Rat Rig V-core 4 would be a good fit for you.

[@radiotbo4646]

you need a ptfe tube anchored on both sides, and the filament passing through for the sensor to detect the jam

[@woodwaker1]

Thanks. I'll have to set something up when I move it.

[@kimzor1989]

Nice build. Are you going to crank the speed?

[@woodwaker1]

I may try later, it's on a shaky platform now, and moves a lot. I find that slower results in better quality, so try and find a middle between speed and good results. I'm working on a new way to hold the Rat Rig - keep watching

[@kimzor1989]

@@woodwaker1 I'm the same, I like slower quality prints. I am really considering the Ratrig v4, do you think the hybrid system is necessary if I want to print at similar speeds to a Bambu printer on a ratrig 500mm?

[@woodwaker1]

@@kimzor1989 The hybrid is really a good addition. I tried some prints without it being connected and had some layer shifts. Once I got it added, no more problems. All it does is move the carriage front to back. That is where most of the mass is, the core X-Y takes helps, but mostly moves the hot end left to right. It is an inexpensive option and not too hard to install. I did not get the Idex, as it was not ready and it is much more expensive. I have two multi material printers, so did not really need it.

[@kimzor1989]

@@woodwaker1 sold me on the hybrid addon :). I look forward to further updates on your ratrig rig

[@txwombat7826]

Do you have the nozzle wipe macros? or it working within the main print_start function? I'm not finding any info on it.

[@DizzySkizzo1337]

Hey I hope you noticed that you use the wrong (to short) silicone sock 😊

[@woodwaker1]

Yes and no, at this point I hadn't put it on. Was still watching it closely, I have now added the correct one. Thanks for noticing and watching

[@jimhinkle7245]

David, I'm looking at this printer and the Voron. What made you choose the RatRig?

[@woodwaker1]

I purchased my first Rat Rig a 400 cube V-core 3 about 3 years ago, the size and at that time no real Voron kits. I think the Rat Rig V-core 4 is a much better system - better build and improvements over the 3 or 3.1. I am thinking about getting a second one, but am working with my V-vore 3.1 trying to convert it to the Coprint system.

[@jimhinkle7245]

@woodwaker1 excellent! Thank you Sir.

[@TomFYouTube]

Do you think the VC4 500 can be tuned to print as well as the Bambu X1C? I need a printer that can print very large and tall prints ~450^3 near perfectly. Thanks

[@woodwaker1]

I think it can, I adjusted the speed down, and am getting some great prints. I'll post a video soon showing some. The speed in Prusa Slicer was AAA350mm - way too fast, I lowered it to 100mm/sec.

[@kristian6087]

Lovely content! IDEX next LOL

[@woodwaker1]

Thanks, I did not get the Idex, for a couple of reasons, the time wait and the cost, I want to see others and may retrofit this one. The Hybrid is a good improvement and was very cost effective.

[@jarrodlangford7692]

Im looking into this but intimidated to build

[@woodwaker1]

If you have a knowledge of building any kind of kits and some skill with electronics - take your time and watch you-tube videos. There are some good ones that were live streams. I used them for reference when I was not sure of a step. If you do get one stay with the recommended parts list.

[@josuebello7385]

It's a fast machine?????? Because of the size???

[@woodwaker1]

It can be run very fast because it is well built and a Core xy is designed to be fast. It also has two motors to just assist in moving the carriage. I have mine running at less than half of the max speed, and is still one of my fastest printers. The large size is actually a drawback to speed, since there is so much mass to move quickly.