Uploaded March 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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After my first Magneto X video, many viewers had questions and requests regarding the linear motors. In this video, we take a detailed look at how they work, what each electronics component does, and stress test across a range of areas to see if linear motors are a worthwhile advancement for 3D printing, or just a gimmick.
Thanks to all of the people who asked questions in the first video, and to the Peopoly engineers who then answered my questions.
This 3D printer was sent to me free of charge by Peopoly, so I could provide feedback and suggest improvements for production models. There was originally no request to produce any videos about the Magneto X. After the first video, many viewers requested more information on the linear motors, prompting this follow up. All opinions expressed are my own.
0:00 Introduction
First Magneto X testing video: youtu.be/seIFIgBlKvM
0:47 What are linear motors?
Linear motor explainer by Lesics: youtube.com/watch?v=uf_Z57gAJTc
2:48 How are these controlled by Klipper?
3:18 Electronics deep dive
5:39 Compatibility with input shaping
Klipper input shaping guide: youtu.be/EJapxNsntsQ
6:35 Updates and calibration
7:44 Are linear motors worth it?
ANCA Linear motor CNC: machines.anca.com/Products/Machines/FX3-Linear
Magneto X store page: peopoly.net/products/magneto-x
8:31 Volume
9:03 Repeatability
9:34 VFAs and reliability
Patrick's Bambu Lab belt tensioning tools: printables.com/model/459456-bambu-lab-printer-x-y-squareness-check-adapters
11:03 Accuracy and skew - CaliFlower calibration test
Vector3D CaliFlower: https://vector3d.shop/products/califlower-calibration
12:09 Closed loop correction and speed/acceleration testing
Ellis3DP page: ellis3dp.com/Print-Tuning-Guide/articles/determining_max_speeds_accels.html
15:44 Temperature concerns with an enclosure
17:20 Opportunity for separate linear motor projects
Conclusion
Peopoly blog: peopoly.net/blogs/news/march-2024-magneto-x-production-and-product-update
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Check out my 2nd channel, TT Racing: youtube.com/@ttracingYT
After my first Magneto X video, many viewers had questions and requests regarding the linear motors. In this video, we take a detailed look at how they work, what each electronics component does, and stress test across a range of areas to see if linear motors are a worthwhile advancement for 3D printing, or just a gimmick.
Thanks to all of the people who asked questions in the first video, and to the Peopoly engineers who then answered my questions.
This 3D printer was sent to me free of charge by Peopoly, so I could provide feedback and suggest improvements for production models. There was originally no request to produce any videos about the Magneto X. After the first video, many viewers requested more information on the linear motors, prompting this follow up. All opinions expressed are my own.
0:00 Introduction
First Magneto X testing video: youtu.be/seIFIgBlKvM
0:47 What are linear motors?
Linear motor explainer by Lesics: youtube.com/watch?v=uf_Z57gAJTc
2:48 How are these controlled by Klipper?
3:18 Electronics deep dive
5:39 Compatibility with input shaping
Klipper input shaping guide: youtu.be/EJapxNsntsQ
6:35 Updates and calibration
7:44 Are linear motors worth it?
ANCA Linear motor CNC: machines.anca.com/Products/Machines/FX3-Linear
Magneto X store page: peopoly.net/products/magneto-x
8:31 Volume
9:03 Repeatability
9:34 VFAs and reliability
Patrick's Bambu Lab belt tensioning tools: printables.com/model/459456-bambu-lab-printer-x-y-squareness-check-adapters
11:03 Accuracy and skew - CaliFlower calibration test
Vector3D CaliFlower: https://vector3d.shop/products/califlower-calibration
12:09 Closed loop correction and speed/acceleration testing
Ellis3DP page: ellis3dp.com/Print-Tuning-Guide/articles/determining_max_speeds_accels.html
15:44 Temperature concerns with an enclosure
17:20 Opportunity for separate linear motor projects
Conclusion
Peopoly blog: peopoly.net/blogs/news/march-2024-magneto-x-production-and-product-update
Buy quality and affordable filament from X3D. Buy 3, get 1 free and a free sample pack with every order: www.x3d.com.au
Get Quality Resins from 3D Printers Online. 5% off storewide for Teaching Tech subscribers [Code: tech5]
https://3dprintersonline.com.au/
Take a look around and if you like what you see, please subscribe.
Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/teachingtech
