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Klicky Probe

by JosAr
Klicky Probe
Microswitch based inductive probe replacement
2022-03-31T16:58:42
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GPL v3.0
Base_STL
1mm_Spacer.stl
Base_STL.zip
KlickyProbe_Long_v2.stl
KlickyProbe_Longer_v2.stl
KlickyProbe_v2.stl
Longer_probe_pressfit_helper.stl
Probe_Dock_v2.1.stl
Probe_magnet_holder.stl
Probe_magnet_pressfit_helper.stl
Probe_pressfit_holder.stl
README.md
Switch_extender.stl
CAD
README.md
Voron_KlickyProbe_v2_v56.step
Photos
Klicky_Probe.png
Klicky_Probe_recommended_printing_orientation.png
Voron_V2.4_300mm_back.jpg
klicky_base.jpg
Printers
v0
Photos
DockMount_SideScrews.jpg
DockMount_TopScrews.jpg
DockMount_extrabeef.jpg
DockMount_fixed.jpg
DockMount_variable.jpg
Fan_duct_v0_mounted.jpg
Fan_duct_v0_wklicky.jpg
Klicky_v0_family.jpg
V0.1_attached.jpg
V0.1_back.jpg
V0.1_complete.jpg
V0.1_front_cowling_mount.jpg
V0.1_probe_mount_1.jpg
V0.1_probe_mount_2.jpg
V0.1_probe_mount_3.jpg
V0.1_umbilical.jpg
V0_dock.jpg
V0_dock_mount.jpg
V0_dock_mount.png
V0_probe_1.jpg
V0_probe_2.jpg
V0_probe_3.jpg
V0_probe_4.jpg
V0_probe_5.jpg
V0_probedock_mount.jpg
dockmount_attached.jpg
front_cowling_mount.jpg
front_cowling_mount_back.jpg
integrated_cowling_wklicky.jpg
integrated_mount.jpg
klicky_v0.jpg
probe_wires_detail.png
v0_eletronic.JPG
README.md
v0_STL
DockMount_SideScrews.stl
DockMount_TopScrews.stl
DockMount_extrabeef.stl
DockMount_fixed.stl
DockMount_variable.stl
Dragonfly_BMO_Cowling_wKlicky.stl
Front_cowling_mount.stl
MiniAB_Dragon_Cowling_wKlicky.stl
README.md
Serpa_Mini_Dragon_Cowling_wKlicky.stl
V0_Fan_duct_wKlicky.stl
v01_integrated_mount.stl
v0_STL.zip
v0_integrated_mount.stl
v1.8_v2.4_Legacy_Trident
Photos
ABMountCheckforContiuity.jpg
ABMountInstalled.jpg
AB_Mount_wiring_1.jpg
AB_Mount_wiring_2.jpg
AB_Mount_wiring_3.jpg
AB_Mount_wiring_4.jpg
AB_Mount_wiring_complete.jpg
AB_mount_press_Helper.jpg
AB_mount_press_Helper_inuseBack.jpg
AB_mount_press_Helper_inuseTop.jpg
DockMount.jpg
DockMountandProbeMount.jpg
Dock_and_Undock.mp4
Fixed_mount_complete.jpg
Fixed_sidemount_left.jpg
Fixed_sidemount_right.jpg
Gantry_Sidemount_installed.jpg
Klicky_Probe installed.png
Klicky_Probe.png
Klicky_Probe_recommended_printing_orientation.png
Klicky_probe_press_Helper.jpg
Klicky_probe_press_Helper_inuse.jpg
Probe_MStoArrow_alignment.jpg
Probe_topside.jpg
Variable_mount_complete.jpg
Voron_Klicky_Probe.jpg
Voron_V2.4_300mm_back.jpg
klicky_v1.8_v2.4_Legacy_Trident.jpg
legacy_fixedmount.jpg
probe_complete.jpg
probe_components.jpg
probe_dock_1.jpg
probe_dock_2.jpg
probe_dock_complete.jpg
probe_dock_components.jpg
probe_install.jpg
probe_v1_underside.jpg
probe_v1_underside_marked_magnets.jpg
README.md
v1.8_v2.4_Legacy_Trident_STL
Dock_mount_fixed_v2.stl
Dock_mount_variable_pt1_v2.stl
Dock_mount_variable_pt2_v2.stl
Dock_mount_variable_pt3_v2.stl
Dock_sidemount_fixed_v2.stl
Dock_sidemount_left_v2.stl
Dock_sidemount_right_v2.stl
KlickyProbe_AB_mount_v2.stl
Legacy_dock_mount_fixed_v2.stl
Mount_magnet_holder.stl
Mount_magnet_pressfit_helper.stl
Mount_pressfit_holder.stl
README.md
v1.8_v2.4_Legacy_Trident_STL.zip
README.md

Klicky Probe

Microswitch probe with magnetic attachment, primarily aimed at CoreXY 3d printers.

Initially it was focused on the Voron printers (V2.4, V1.8, Trident, V0) and derivatives, now it's been restructured to better allow other printers to be documented on the main repository

The objectives for this project are:

  • drop in replacement for Omron TL-Q5MC2 or PL-08N2 (you don't need to replace the toolhead), replacement of BLtouch probes
  • soldering not required
  • minimal adjustments required
  • be able to detect all the print surfaces
  • be as close to the hotend tip as possible
  • highly repeatable and accurate probes
  • less temperature variations
  • no melting of its parts
  • cheap to build
  • reuse spare parts if possible

Most of the Klicky probe users are using klipper, there are some macros in here that ease the probing process, by automating the attach, dock and use of the probe.

Some work has been developed to have the same functionality on RRF.

It can also be used with the automatic Z calibration klipper plugin to effectively calculate the Z offset from the probe and from the Z endstop if your printers supports a Z endstop triggered by the nozzle (like most Voron's do)

The inspiration for the Klicky Probe comes from the Quickdraw and the Euclid probe, it uses some concepts from each of the projects.

Updated instructions provided by StefanRaatz. oc_geek and TurBoxxs were also a great help in refining and testing the CAD files. Garrettwp provided the initial revised macro files. User richardjm revised the macro variables and added some functions. Mental created the initial macro and one of the first magnetically attached microswitch probes.

Without them, and some others this effort would not be in the current state, many thanks to them all.

If you want to donate something regarding this project, use this link or Buy me some ABS!, thankKlicky Probe image

klicky early version.

Upgrading from an earlier version

If you are upgrading from an earlier version, check the klipper macros folder, it contains update instructions.

Klicky components

All the compatible printers require:

  • Toolhead mount (the thing that the probe attached to when it's being used)
  • Klicky probe (there are three versions, all are interchangeable and compatible, more information on the specific printer page), what actually is used to probe the bed
  • Probe dock (all the printers use the same)
  • Probe dock mount (what attaches to the printer to dock the probe when not in use)

The CAD with all the files is located Here

Common Klicky STL's (parts that are common to all the printers) are located here. Printer specific STL are in each printer directory.

The klipper macros are here, the RRF here.

Probe accuracy

The probe accuracy output is better than a range of 0.025mm (difference between highest and lowest), and a standard deviation of 0.01mm.

Print Settings

There are no need for supports, recommended settings are 4 perimeters/top/bottom, at least 23% infill, the STL's are already oriented, you only need to send them to the slicer.

Each printer family/version has it's own mounting options, Bill of Materials, assembly instructions and dock/attach setup.

General Bill of Materials (BOM)

Tools:

  • 1.5mm Drill (optional)
  • Multimeter to check for Continuity
  • Super Glue
  • Soldering Iron for the heat inserts

Probe BOM:

  • 1x microswitch (the omron D2F-5 or D2F-5L (removing the lever) is recommended), D2F-1 and similar sizes microswitch also work
  • 2x M2x10 mm self tapping
  • some 6 mm x 3 mm magnets (it ranges from 8 to 10)
  • some m5 screws
  • some m3 screws
  • some m3 heat inserts
  • some m3 nuts

Printers Supported (by support order)

Directly on this repository

Voron v2.4

Voron v1.8

Voron Legacy

Voron Trident

Voron v0

Printers supported on other locations

There are several micro sized Voron variants, most also support klicky, you can find more information on the site https://3dprintersforants.com/

Assembled Klicky Probe on a Voron v2.4

Assembled Klicky Probe

Dock and undock video

https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/16675722/122302371-eb9c4e00-cef9-11eb-91d3-3aded131bae0.mp4

It is working very well, if you decide to use it, give me feedback, either here, or on Voron discord, my discord user is JosAr#0517.

By standing on the shoulders of giants, lets see if we can see further.

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