Using the printer

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  How to update firmware (MK3S+/MK3S/MK3)

  Updating the firmware is recommended for all users as every new version brings new features and fixes. To utilize the new SuperPINDA, your MK3S must at least have firmware version 3.9.2! To ...

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  Printable parts for Original Prusa

  Plastic parts used on our 3D printers are printed by the same machines, holding on to the original idea of the RepRap project. If you want to print replacement parts ...

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  PETG

  Basic info PETG is one of the most easily printable materials, it is inexpensive and suitable for beginners. Relatively high tenacity and temperature resistance make it suitable for printing technical parts ...

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  Adjusting belt tension (MK4/S, MK3.9/S, MK3.5/S, MK3/S/+)

  Loose belts would cause a printer to malfunction and prevent proper printing. It can cause Layer shifting, Ghosting, or other print abnormalities like getting an irregular shape instead of a ...

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  Firmware updating (MINI/MINI+)

  On the MINI you flash the firmware using a USB flash drive. Download the Zip file for the firmware and extract it on your computer. Copy the .bbf file in your chosen ...

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  Changing or replacing the nozzle (MK2.5/S, MK3/S/+, MK3.5/S)

  The Original Prusa MK2.5/S, MK3/S/+, and MK3.5/S use the E3D V6 Hotend. Any nozzle that is compatible with the E3D V6 Hotend can be installed on it. The stock nozzle ...

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  Cold pull (MK3/S/+, MK2.5/S, MK3.5/S)

  A 'cold pull' is a technique that allows you to clean your printer’s nozzle and hotend from any material that may be stuck or burnt inside. You can also use ...

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  Prusa Connect and PrusaLink explained

  Prusa Connect and PrusaLink are two remote printing solutions developed in-house by Prusa. Its origin is in the management system used in our record-sized print farm located in Prague HQ. Prusa ...

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  Drying filament

  The materials used for FFF 3D printing are mostly hygroscopic. This means that they readily attract water molecules from the environment they are in. When used for printing, a material ...

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  ASA

  Basic info ASA is a technical material suitable for outdoor use, due to its high UV light and temperature resistance. Unlike other materials soluble in more dangerous chemicals, ASA can be ...