The BQ 3D printer is the latest printer to deliver flawless results with the Hephestos 2. The extruder must always work at a specific distance from the bed. The Hephestos 2 3D printer includes a new inductive sensor that measures the precise. The sensor is made of an electric coil that generates a magnetic field and when the bed moves closer to the field, the sensor detects the distance and alerts you when in the correct position via a small red LED. This 2 printer lets you print 3D pieces with materials, such as bronze, wood or copper filament. The new extruder is 100% designed by BQ and includes a double drive gear traction system. This component consists of two gearwheels that press and pull the filament along through the hot-end with optimum traction and grip. By allowing the Hephestos 2 to print with flexible materials such as filaflex, you can achieve a larger printing volume, reaching (X) 210mm x (Y) 297mm x (Z) 220mm.
Features and Benefits
A DIY printer with a professional result Assembly in under 2 hours Auto-levelling Hot-end designed for easy maintenance In-house designed extruder with a double drive gear traction system 0.4mm nozzle for 1.75mm filament It is designed exclusively for 3D printing Manual and automatic levelling with inductive sensor Maximum layer resolution 50microns Maximum printing speed is 200mm/s * Own design extruder with double drive gear traction setting and filament guide to maintain compatibility with flexible or soft filaments Powder-coated aluminium frame and base The Hephestos 2 has integrated all the main electronic components into a single board and includes new features and a micro-USB connection