Anet A8 Controller Upgrade (Arduino Mega + Ramps)
Hi, everybody!
This video is about changing the controller on my Anet A8 3d-printer to an Arduino Mega with Ramps setup. All parts are available for under $25, making it a great deal as well.
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Marlin on Anet board: • Anet A8 Marlin Firmware
PSU safety: • Anet A8 - Power Supply Safety
MOSFET upgrade: • Anet A8 - Make it Safe!
Dual-Extrusion upgrade: • Anet A8 Dual Extrusion
Parts List:
1x Arduino Mega 2560 Clone
1x Ramps 1.4 Clone
1x RepRapDiscount Smart 2004 LCD with Adapter
4x A4988 stepper drivers (one for each axis, buy one or two spares)
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