Open-source development logs, printer builds, and 3D printing knowledge from NorthForge3D.
As development continues on the NF3D Trident proof-of-concept, one question naturally comes up: Is a 48-volt motion system actually worth it?More specifically:Do TMC5160 Pro drivers running on a 48V rail provide meaningful real-world advantages over TMC2209 drivers on a 24V system? The short answer is yes, but the benefits are specific and the trade-offs are […]
When people talk about 3D printer performance, they usually focus on: But the truth is simple: None of that matters if your frame moves.A printer can only be as accurate as the structure it’s built on. This is especially true when you start pushing into high-end print speeds, IDEX systems, and dual-gantry motionlike we’re exploring with our Trident-based […]
2020 is ubiquitous.
We can order it from any supplier on the continent and evaluate their quality before asking them to retool an entire production line
Today, we placed our first official component order for The Deuce — and it wasn’t just any order.
It was for a set of custom 0.9° ultra-precision stepper motors, built exactly to our
specifications and paired with fine-lead screws
When designing a next-generation 3D printer, every engineering decision matters.
Motion systems define print quality, reliability, noise levels, accuracy, resonance behavior,
and how far you can push a machine before quality begins to fall apart.
Because 0.9° motors provide twice the steps per revolution, the controller can position the toolhead with finer mechanical precision.