Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
Not quite sure what to do with it... or where to mount it.
I know how it is meant to work. Just can't think of a good place ot put it.
RE: Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
I don't use the buffer either...
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
The buffer is just a device to keep loose loops from tangling. I didn't have enough horizontal space so like @joantabb I suspended spools above the MMU and the buffer became unnecessary, in fact it worked better without.
Although it worked well the MMU too proved unnecessary so I no longer use it and I have returned to mounting the spools on the frame.
Cheerio,
RE: Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
Almost nobody uses this ....
There are plenty of community add-ons to MMU to have a functional buffer. I tried 4 and finally ended with this one: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3847626
MK3S + MMU2S (@BMG + MOSQUITO), MINI, ANET A8
RE: Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
I use the universal autorewinder. It was a bit tricky to figure out how to print the spring. What worked great for me was printing the stiff spring file in PETG (Prusament). I have those springs now in use for over two years and they still work fine. Other materials like PLA or Nylon did not work well long term.
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3338467/files
I did reate my own more compact stand base but otherwise sticked entirely with that thingiverse build. While it is not necessary to use that I think it is a very elegant and space saving option once dialed in.
Mk3s MMU2s, Voron 0.1, Voron 2.4
RE: Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
Interesting idea. I would need to finished the walls and build a shelf with dry boxes.
currently temporary setup - the spoils pull the tubes into the box. Then somehow the filament unspools into the box and tangled up on the spool roller.
Big mess. Failed prints.
Keeping out of trouble by babying it.
RE: Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
Well, let’s see if the simple act of putting the tube plugs on the tubes stops the problem !
RE: Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
Nope. bad Idea.
What are the two clips for?
RE: Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
So how are we supposed to push/pull filament through this spool?
It seems hard to grab the filament to thread it and/or trouble shoot it.
RE: Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
The MMU3 uses a different buffer assembly
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
RE: Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
Well, I finally just set it up. I put it on top of the Drier. Works a treat so far.
Fixed my current feeding issues.
RE: Is anyone using the Buffer spooler? if so, how?
