The package contains
- 1*Heated build plate
- 1*FCC ribbon cable
Please note that this heated build plate cannot communicate with UP Studio software, therefore user cannot control its temperature in the software.The only mean of control is the power switch button on the build plate, once switched on the plate will heated up to its maximum temperature.
For getting power from the printer with FFC cable, the heated build plate is able to reach about 55-60℃.
User can also connect an external power supply in addition to the printer’s power supply,which will allow even higher temperature.Here is some information for your reference:
- It is DC powered, 12-36V are ok for the heated plate
- It is rated for about 5A current.
- The polarity is shown by small letters beside the terminal, however it only important for the led indicator, the heating circuit does not has polarity requirement.
The heated plate will cut off its external power when temperature reached to about 110℃.
SYLVAIN TORNIER (verified owner) –
Received and works well. I just give 4, end not 5 , because it is delivered without document (or link) which can explain how to use external power supply to better manage the T° (faster and higher) …
Henrik (verified owner) –
Having the option for a separate power supply is great! For me the ribbon cable worked poorly, so I opted for an external power supply. 12V 1A keeps the plate at
~60 degrees. I put buildtac on it and adhesion is very strong. The plate surface is not very flat, but calibration keeps it in check.
Nick Fisher (verified owner) –
Very useful addition