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Jon_G
(@jon_g)
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Difference between MK3S and MK3S+

I’ve been away from the forum for a while.  What is the difference between these 2models?

What does the + add?

Thanks,  Jon

Posted : 26/07/2021 12:13 am
JoanTabb
(@joantabb)
Veteran Member Moderator
Is it worth it? I have not upgraded!

the + adds a new Supa Pinda, and a revised filament sensor plus clamps for the Y rails and Y berings, on to p of some easier to assemble modifications. 

If your Mk2S is running well, you will not see a huge differnce upgrading to the +

 

regards Joan

 

I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK

Posted : 26/07/2021 2:32 am
cwbullet
(@cwbullet)
Member
MK3S+

I have to agree.  I have replaced my Pindas slowly with Superpindas on most of the printers during routine maintenance, I have had only nominal improvement.  One the mini, they have made a huge difference, but the Mk3S, it has been a small change.  

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3D Printer Review Blog

Posted : 26/07/2021 2:55 am
tg73
 tg73
(@tg73)
Member
Bearing clamps

In the past I've always noticed slight slack/wobble in the Y-axis. Maybe this was because I used Misumi bearings, but I think the U-bolts were generally not a great way to hold linear bearings. With the new bearing clamps, I can finally adjust the amount of compression evenly on the bearings to get the fit just right - smooth movement, zero slack/wobble.

There was also a revision to the extruder printed parts to improve airflow over the V6 heatsink. I'm not sure if this was part of the + update, or just a prior revision. You might find this useful if you suffer from heat creep, which for example can be one cause of bad tips with MMU.

Posted : 26/07/2021 5:36 pm
cwbullet
(@cwbullet)
Member
Bearings

I don’t think it is the Misumi Bearings.  I have them and they work fine.  

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Chuck H
3D Printer Review Blog

Posted : 26/07/2021 7:08 pm
Praveen Justus
(@praveen-justus)
Member
Firmware compatibility

Someone can help me on this is very helpful for me, I have couple of MK3/S/S+ printers and having some issues on the printers while printing.  which firmware versions are most is compatible for each models  and I can use any slicer version to flash firmware process...?

 

Posted : 16/02/2024 9:51 am
JoanTabb
(@joantabb)
Veteran Member Moderator
RE: Difference between MK3S and MK3S+

this link identifies the latest firmware for each printer variant

https://help.prusa3d.com/downloads

you can use Prusa Slicer to flash the firmware the latest version is probably best, that can also be downloaded from the link above

regards Joan

I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK

Posted : 16/02/2024 11:46 am
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