SPARTACUS The Toolhead

05 October
Udated the Revo Voron Hotend holder

25 August
Update

Creality Heatsink holder updated. for better alignment 
Added Revo V6 Clone Hotend
Added CN3D T Volcano Hotend
 

20 August
Update
 

28 July
Update

We have added  E3D Revo Voron Hotend at the request of Jonathan Levi 

18 July 
Later update :

Added a mount to use the heatsink that comes with our recommended T volcano heater block. so you are able to use the entire hot-end. no need to make the V6 mod. 

Added Eddy support for MGN9 and MGN12 

Added Belt Helper  ( this was another awesome mod inspired from Voron Community) 

We listen to your requests and will ad even more Hotends.  

Added Rapido hotend and cad

After more than 6 months of sleepless nights, 100h of brainstorming and hardworking and test fitting  we are presenting SPARTACUS!  we will appreciate at least to share our project to reach as much makers to enjoy our work. And if you want to support our work in developing future projects you have link below 

We will be Live Sunday  5 of May 2024 

Hello Everyone

This is my take on building a small toolhead:

A project I have been working on for more than a year. It all  started when Voron Design launched V0.2 with the Mini StealthBurner

I liked that toolhead a lot but I wanted more.

More Flow, more cooling and more features like LED and this is how I ended with CN3D 4010 Mini StealtBurner.

I always liked the idea to get out the most from anything I encounter.  I looked for a way to be on the budget and to achieve better quality and reasonable speeds.

I will not talk more about the last year project but it’s important to let you know how i got to Spartacus!

After i managed to add in MSB everything that in my opinion was missing I thought “what if I'd have all of these in a smaller and lighter form?”. And this is how I ended up with a lighter  and narrower toolhead.

Who is this Toolhead for?

This is for someone who wants a light toolhead that looks good ,without messy cables,  tidy and has visible and lighted nozzle, that you can build with off the shelf components that doesn’t require a lot of money.

I found a solution for every situation i have encountered on my journey to print fast on a budget.

 Now, to correct what i said :

I didn’t crafted all the parts that I have used to create this toolhead. I just tested a lot to find the cheapest version to achieve the results I was aiming for.

 I got a lot of questions about the difference from the stock design.

- It has bigger part cooling fans. I went further and I removed the cover from the fans and used the cowling as a fan cover.

- It has 2 neopixels.

- It has built in cable management and covers to hide all the messy spaghetti.

- It has passive cooling for the stepper motor, and all the flow/air from the hotend fan is routed to go up out of the build plate.

- It has different position for the idler gear to reduce some artifacts.

It can be installed on any Voron v2.4 or trident or any other 3d printer that uses this gantry style.

### The design goal:

- to have all of the above in less than 320 grams

- to have a minimum flow of 35mm3/s and all the parts used to build this toolhead to be less than 120Euros.

Spartacus: The Toolhead stands as a testament to lightweight engineering mastery, boasting a total weight of under 320 grams, with the potential to further reduce weight by implementing titanium screws. Every component, from the stepper motor to the thermistor, board cables, heater, LEDs, fans, heatsink, nozzle, and screws, has been meticulously crafted to maintain this featherlight profile without compromising on performance or durability. Spartacus redefines the possibilities of 3D printing toolheads, offering a combination of high performance and portability that is unmatched in its class. Dominate your printing projects with Spartacus: where innovation meets lightweight precision.

Engineered with precision, Spartacus integrates a multitude of features including dual RGBW LEDs, direct drive capabilities, and an appealing aesthetic with concealed cables and motor covers. Compatible with both EBB36 and Piggyback 36 toolboards, Spartacus offers versatility without compromise. Weighing under 320 grams, its agile form minimizes inertia, enabling rapid accelerations and pristine print quality, free from artifacts. Unleash the power of Spartacus: where innovation meets agility.

Spartacus embodies relentless printing power in a compact design. Featuring dual 4010 blowers for optimal cooling and a T-Volcano heat block with CHT Volcano nozzle, Spartacus delivers unrivaled flow rates for lightning-fast, high-quality prints. Its agile build allows for swift movements, maximizing print area and minimizing downtime. Dominate your printing projects with Spartacus: where strength meets precision.

Key Features:

• Powerful direct drive extruder for rapid printing (Flow tested up to 55mm³/s)
• Utilizes the T-Volcano hotend for increased flow and faster prints
• Enhanced cooling with 3010 and dual 4010 GDS Time 12000 rpm fans
• Lightweight and compact design inspired by Voron Design
• Cost-efficient, with a total build cost under $75
• Versatile design allows for customization and adaptation to different setups
• 2 Neopixel LED lights for improved visibility and real-time print status updates

Bill of Materials (BOM):

Fans:

• 1 x 3010 GDS Time 12000 rpm Fan
• 2 x 4010 GDS Time Blower Fan (12000 rpm dual ball bearing recommended for optimal cooling)
• 2 x Neopixel LED lights (Addressable LEDs)

Hotend Components:

• 1 x V6 Heat Sink
• 1 x BiMetal Heat Break
• 1 x T-Volcano Heat Block 
• 1 x Volcano Cht Nozzle
• 1 x 65W Heater Cartridge (or higher)
• 1 x Thermistor Cartridge for V6 Volcano Heater Block 3x15 (PT100 style)
• 1 x Nema 14 Pancake Stepper Motor
• 1 x BMG Dual Driver Gear Kit
• 1 x 30mm PTFE Tube 1.9mm ID 4mm OD
• 2 x Round PCB LED (WRGB, RGB, RGBW, WWRGB, etc.)

Here are the list of the part we have used to build this ToolHead

This design was designed in mind with BTT EBB 36 Tool Head Can Board 

• T-Volcano Heat Block https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdFLdPd 
• BiMetal Heat Break https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdDpmGx 
• V6 Heat Sink (light weight) https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdVmCRp 
• Thermistor Cartridge for V6 Volcano Heater Block 3x15 (PT100 style) NTC 100K M3950 up to 320c https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDBx7IL 
• PT1000 Probe 3mm * 15mm Up to 450 Degree RTD 1m Platinum Thermal Resistance Sensor For 3D Printer Volcano/ V6 Heater Block https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DeoYaER 
• 65W Heater Cartridge  https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DB6KBBH 
• Volcano CHT Hard Nozzle  https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DD5d2Bh Best Budget nozzle 
• Volcano CHT Brass nozzle https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFfottp 
• BMG Dual Driver Gear Kit https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFUPonD 
• 2 x Round PCB LED (WRGB, RGB, RGBW, WWRGB, etc.) https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCkqzJz 
• Nema 14 Pancake Stepper Motor https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dk2jz6F 
• Ebb 36 Can boad https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DkBHGcb 
• 3010 hotend fan https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dd0TMzH 
• 4010 blower fans https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DevBF23 
• M3 Screw kits  https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBdNTVD 

• Rapido UHF https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdN6yC7 

Optional Add-ons:

• Piggyback/Breakout Board ($9) or Can Board ($20) for additional functionality
• End caps for cable management based on your setup and chosen board

Nozzle Options (Optional, depending on preference):

• T Volcano or Crazy Tvolcano Heat Block for easier nozzle changes and protect the heatbrake when printing at speeds.
• Ceramic Heater or Revo High Flow for enhanced performance (cost considerations apply)

Hardware:

Heatset Inserts:

• 1 x M3 x 5.7 x 4.5/4.6 Heatset Insert
• 8 x M3 x 3 x 4.5 Heatset Insert

M3 Screws:

• 3 x M3 x 6
• 5 x M3 x 10
• 3 x M3 x 25
• 1 x M3 Hex Nut

This versatile and feature-packed 3D printer tool head provides an affordable solution for high-quality, high-speed printing, enhanced by Neopixel LED lights for improved visibility and dynamic print status updates.

Assembly of Spartacus requires minimal tools, including an 1.5mm drill bit, a drill, an angle grinder or hacksaw, and 1.5, 2 and 2.5mm Allen keys. With these tools, users can effortlessly assemble Spartacus and unleash its full potential.

If you want to see it in action you will find videos on Tiktok  and Youtube

You can support my work here https://www.paypal.me/NDRNADIR all the donations are going to my 3D printing Project. 

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