Uploaded March 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Are you looking to take your Creality CR-10 Smart (and CR-6 SE) to the next level? Did your 3D printer become a giant paper weight when your strain gauge sensor failed you? Then this video is for you! In this comprehensive guide, I will show you step-by-step how to modify your CR-10 Smart (and CR-6 SE) to enhance its performance with the addition of a CR Touch or BL Touch module!
Firstly, I will walk you through upgrading the hotend and extruder. I have redesigned my previous Bondetch LGX Lite direct drive extruder setup to now include a 5015 part cooling fan with dual fan ducts, plus a hot end mount that eliminates the strain gauge sensor, and a new mount for the CR Touch. By installing a direct drive extruder, you can achieve greater accuracy and reduce filament jams. I have all of the wiring diagrams, firmware settings, and slicer settings taken care of for you.
The CR Touch bed leveling sensor will be much more reliable than the previous strain gauge sensor. It was the root cause of my first layer adhesion problems when I was previously getting very erratic results. I will show you how to setup the new sensor with the new firmware and touch screen. The result will be the smoothest first layers you've ever experienced.
I will also walk you through the mainboard upgrade to the Big Tree Tech SKR Mini E3 V3 which will allow us to use the CR Touch probe. I have developed a set of "Easy Swap" PCBs that will make the wiring job a breeze. Much of the original wiring harness is retained and you won't have to spend hours making custom wiring harnesses for the whole printer. With the new mainboard I have compiled a custom Marlin configuration and I will provide a detailed guide on how to download and install the latest firmware, as well as demonstrate how to adjust the settings to quickly get started printing again!
As a bonus, I've also installed a Big Tree Tech TFT35 V3.0.1 dual mode touchscreen and some NeoPixel RGBW LEDs that respond to printer events. A Big Tree Tech Relay module is also thrown in the mix for good measure. Like everything else, I have the firmware taken care of to make use of all of these modifications.
You can find the "Easy Swap" PCBs on my website here:
► embracemaking.com/products/cr10-smart-cr6-se-mainboard-easy-swap-pcb-kit
You can find the latest and greatest CR-10 Smart X Print Head here:
► embracemaking.com/products/creality-cr10-smart-cr-touch-lgx-lite-5015-cooling-fan-conversion
You can find the detailed wiring guide here:
► embracemaking.com/blogs/resources/cr10-smart-cr-6-se-easy-swap-pcb-wiring-diagrams
You can find the 3D printable files for various parts here:
► printables.com/model/422494-cr10-smart-x-skr-mini-e3-v3-mounts-and-btt-tft35-v
You can find the firmware here:
► github.com/embracemaking?tab=repositories
You can find the PrusaSlicer profile here:
► embracemaking.com/blogs/resources/cr10-smart-x-prusaslicer-configuration
Keep an eye out for an upcoming video where I perform a similar set of modifications to the CR-6 SE, and another video where I describe the various ways you can use the Easy Swap PCBs if you want to try and upgrade your mainboard but try different ABL sensors or print head setups.
If you're looking for all of the parts in this build, check out the links below. As an Amazon associate, I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you):
Bondtech LGX Lite
► amzn.to/3JnK5qP
MicroSwiss CR-6 SE All Metal Hotend
► amzn.to/3ldi2Th
Creality CR-6 SE Hotend (Alternative to MicroSwiss)
► amzn.to/3ZPOdHq
CR-Touch Probe
► amzn.to/3FnPs8f
24V 5015 Fan
► amzn.to/3Fws0G3
Pre-terminated JST XH kit
► amzn.to/3YLlMcc
JST Crimper
► amzn.to/43BUl8Z
Big Tree Tech SKR Mini E3 V3 Control Board
► amzn.to/3FtAGNw
Big Tree Tech TFT35 Touch Screen
► amzn.to/3JGKxlE
Big Tree Tech Relay V1.2
► amzn.to/3FVlDMX
If you're interested in any of the tools I use:
Electric Screwdriver:
► amzn.to/3JRbbZe
Velcro Tie Wrap Rolls
► amzn.to/42jr3dX
#creality #ender3 #pcb
0:00 Intro
3:05 Print Head
8:34 Aux Board Removal
9:22 NeoPixels
12:27 Easy Swap Aux Board
14:29 Mainboard Removal
17:23 SKR Mini E3 V3 Install
19:30 BTT Relay Install
23:10 Easy Swap Breakout Board
24:18 Mainboard Wiring
29:18 BTT TFT35 Screen
31:29 SKR Mini Firmware
33:02 Printer Setup
36:30 First Print
37:19 More Prints
39:57 Super Deluxe Spool Holder
41:06 Outro
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Are you looking to take your Creality CR-10 Smart (and CR-6 SE) to the next level? Did your 3D printer become a giant paper weight when your strain gauge sensor failed you? Then this video is for you! In this comprehensive guide, I will show you step-by-step how to modify your CR-10 Smart (and CR-6 SE) to enhance its performance with the addition of a CR Touch or BL Touch module!
Firstly, I will walk you through upgrading the hotend and extruder. I have redesigned my previous Bondetch LGX Lite direct drive extruder setup to now include a 5015 part cooling fan with dual fan ducts, plus a hot end mount that eliminates the strain gauge sensor, and a new mount for the CR Touch. By installing a direct drive extruder, you can achieve greater accuracy and reduce filament jams. I have all of the wiring diagrams, firmware settings, and slicer settings taken care of for you.
The CR Touch bed leveling sensor will be much more reliable than the previous strain gauge sensor. It was the root cause of my first layer adhesion problems when I was previously getting very erratic results. I will show you how to setup the new sensor with the new firmware and touch screen. The result will be the smoothest first layers you've ever experienced.
I will also walk you through the mainboard upgrade to the Big Tree Tech SKR Mini E3 V3 which will allow us to use the CR Touch probe. I have developed a set of "Easy Swap" PCBs that will make the wiring job a breeze. Much of the original wiring harness is retained and you won't have to spend hours making custom wiring harnesses for the whole printer. With the new mainboard I have compiled a custom Marlin configuration and I will provide a detailed guide on how to download and install the latest firmware, as well as demonstrate how to adjust the settings to quickly get started printing again!
As a bonus, I've also installed a Big Tree Tech TFT35 V3.0.1 dual mode touchscreen and some NeoPixel RGBW LEDs that respond to printer events. A Big Tree Tech Relay module is also thrown in the mix for good measure. Like everything else, I have the firmware taken care of to make use of all of these modifications.
You can find the "Easy Swap" PCBs on my website here:
► embracemaking.com/products/cr10-smart-cr6-se-mainboard-easy-swap-pcb-kit
You can find the latest and greatest CR-10 Smart X Print Head here:
► embracemaking.com/products/creality-cr10-smart-cr-touch-lgx-lite-5015-cooling-fan-conversion
You can find the detailed wiring guide here:
► embracemaking.com/blogs/resources/cr10-smart-cr-6-se-easy-swap-pcb-wiring-diagrams
You can find the 3D printable files for various parts here:
► printables.com/model/422494-cr10-smart-x-skr-mini-e3-v3-mounts-and-btt-tft35-v
You can find the firmware here:
► github.com/embracemaking?tab=repositories
You can find the PrusaSlicer profile here:
► embracemaking.com/blogs/resources/cr10-smart-x-prusaslicer-configuration
Keep an eye out for an upcoming video where I perform a similar set of modifications to the CR-6 SE, and another video where I describe the various ways you can use the Easy Swap PCBs if you want to try and upgrade your mainboard but try different ABL sensors or print head setups.
If you're looking for all of the parts in this build, check out the links below. As an Amazon associate, I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you):
Bondtech LGX Lite
► amzn.to/3JnK5qP
MicroSwiss CR-6 SE All Metal Hotend
► amzn.to/3ldi2Th
Creality CR-6 SE Hotend (Alternative to MicroSwiss)
► amzn.to/3ZPOdHq
CR-Touch Probe
► amzn.to/3FnPs8f
24V 5015 Fan
► amzn.to/3Fws0G3
Pre-terminated JST XH kit
► amzn.to/3YLlMcc
JST Crimper
► amzn.to/43BUl8Z
Big Tree Tech SKR Mini E3 V3 Control Board
► amzn.to/3FtAGNw
Big Tree Tech TFT35 Touch Screen
► amzn.to/3JGKxlE
Big Tree Tech Relay V1.2
► amzn.to/3FVlDMX
If you're interested in any of the tools I use:
Electric Screwdriver:
► amzn.to/3JRbbZe
Velcro Tie Wrap Rolls
► amzn.to/42jr3dX
#creality #ender3 #pcb
0:00 Intro
3:05 Print Head
8:34 Aux Board Removal
9:22 NeoPixels
12:27 Easy Swap Aux Board
14:29 Mainboard Removal
17:23 SKR Mini E3 V3 Install
19:30 BTT Relay Install
23:10 Easy Swap Breakout Board
24:18 Mainboard Wiring
29:18 BTT TFT35 Screen
31:29 SKR Mini Firmware
33:02 Printer Setup
36:30 First Print
37:19 More Prints
39:57 Super Deluxe Spool Holder
41:06 Outro
****************************************************************
If you enjoy my content and are feeling generous I would love your support!
► paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=V2T6MEFUGP73Y
By supporting my channel you are encouraging me to continue with this time consuming endeavor. A lot of time goes into design work, building my projects, filming the videos, editing the videos, etc. Plus it all costs money!
► instagram.com/embracemaking
