Edit: These things have disappeared from the 3D Systems servers. We have an archive on the print3dforum - 3DS Cube File Links ---- /Edit This is our first release of the Cube Toolbox for Cube 3 and Cube Pro firmware. With this tool you can extract, repack and of course patch the firmware. By patching the firmware you can stop the counting process of the filament chip and thus use filament of your choice. We do not take any responsibility and we are not liable for any damage caused through use of our Cube Toolbox. Working firmware version for the patcher are: Cube 3: v1.14B Cubepro: v2.00 Patcher Release Notes: Buggy so deleted the files ____________________ v1.11 - Removed MaterialCode verification (e.g. Print ABS files with PLA Cartridge) for Cubepro Firmware v1.1 - Removed MaterialCode verification (e.g. Print ABS files with PLA Cartridge) (Cube 3 only) - Activated Telnet (Port 23) (no username / password needed) (Cube 3 only) __________________________ Link to newest Version download: CubeToolbox_v1.0.zip Please contribute to our work and send us a donation. Paypal Link: www.paypal.me/akizakian Thx goes to @Kiza which is one of the masterminds in this project, he is the software guy. And @Geezer70 who helped out alot in the electronics part. This Thread will also collect all the information and hacks for this printers. Usage / Howto: 1. Download the Cube Toolbox 2. Download Firmware 3. Open Firmware in Cube Toolbox 4. Patch firmware 5. Copy patched firmware file to usb stick 6. Flash firmware by going to Settings -> Firmware screen Know Issues: - Printer Cartridge has too be initialized first. This means that 100% Filament Cartridges will not work. This is due to by-passing the writing routine in the firmware. Next Steps / Todo: - Find the routine for material verification and patch it. Right now you can only use material which is also programmed in the chip. So if your .cube3 printfile is for ABS you can only use ABS-Filament. If you use PLA filament the extrusion tempereatures are too high and your nozzle will get damaged / clogged. - Make a GUI for the Configuration XML files of the Cube Windows-Software to change extrusion temperatures and print speed. - Generate a working config file for simplify3d for Cube 3 and Cubepro _______________________________________________________________ STL-Files for Cube Modification Thanks to Cube_3 for this modification. With this you can change the tubing to the extruder and use the cartridge without the top casing. 3D Systems Cube 3 cartridge modification by Cube_3 ________________________________________________________________
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As a technician for dealer of these less than stellar machines I am actually watching this with a lot of interest. Please update soon. Lol. I am at the point of tearing down these machines and turning them into Frankenstein. As soon as 3ds fixes one thing another goes down. Right now I feel as though their filament is aged and inferior.
As a technician for dealer of these less than stellar machines I am actually watching this with a lot of interest. Please update soon. Lol. I am at the point of tearing down these machines and turning them into Frankenstein. As soon as 3ds fixes one thing another goes down. Right now I feel as though their filament is aged and inferior.
I actually got amazing prints with stock cube3, but their software is CRAP, specially the supports part. Also, feeding with premium cheaper filament is a must now.
"Please contribute to our work and send us a donation." "Thx goes to @Kiza which is one of the masterminds in this project, he is the software guy. And @Geezer70 who helped out alot in the electronics part." @eyechi @Kiza, Eyechi, I appreciate the inclusion to share the donations. But, my contributions were minor in comparison. Therefore, I would like 100% of the donations to go to you two. Any work going forward, which I am anxiously awaiting is strictly gratuitous. I'll be working on the S3D profiles. I love the challenge of the puzzles...G70
Thx geezer70. You are just a nice guy. I like you. I think i speak for us two ( kiza and me ) when i say that the donations will go into this project. Maybe we can get some money to buy the equipment for a side channel attack on the chips. Hopefully this is just the beginning.
Plan a structured kickstarter and I'll gladly back it If hundreds or thousands are required I'm sure word will spread way faster. Btw, have yet to flash mine but int'd to learn the coolest cutest static method of implanting "Street" filament thru the cartridge. Btw, the patch applies to BOTH sides right?
I think you can use the side panel on the new cartridges to get your own filament in. If someone has a thingiverse link a can implement in the main post. Maybe Kiza can help out. He has already printed a part to fit the side panel i think. And yes the patch is for both sides. Actually there is only one write routine for both sides. I know that there is a different authentification for left and right but the writing of the chip is only done by one command. But hey i could be wrong, that is what i have seen in the firmware so far. Could be different. P.S we don't need hundreds or thousands of dollars. Look at the chipwhisperer Site. It costs around 800$ i think.
Perhaps any talented can do this tool? Couldn't find the dl link... Cubify 3D Printing Fans & Fun: New User Printable Tools for Cube 3 Owners/Users
Perhaps any talented can do this tool? Couldn't find the dl link... Cubify 3D Printing Fans & Fun: New User Printable Tools for Cube 3 Owners/Users
I have a few Lego MindStorms kits that I plan to make a bulk feeder out of. Basically a switch that is triggered when the filament becomes taught which feeds X-amount of filament. Stuff that in the side hole of a cartridge and poof. For the most part I will need a re-winder. That can be Lego too. I do like the convenience of the cartridge. Now for the list of quality budget filament. Or at least, quality filament. Eychei, Kiza; I am truly grateful to you both for you efforts and providing this patch. I will certainly donate to your longer term goal.
Tension sensor. I want to minimize the work the feeders have to do. As a winding tool, I can also measure the amount of filament transferred.
I've considered designing the "spool exploder". If there is a call for it here, I will design and post one (...in my spare time ). Not sure what the other elements are for in the print. I've gotten pretty good about opening cartridges for rebuild. I'm down to under 10 minutes to solve a clogged cartridge. Being the ME guy and wanting to contribute, what else would you like to see for the cube 3 to aid printing?
One quick question... Kiza... How do I "clone" my SD card so I can recover completely? Should a simple file copy do it for this application?
Kiza, sorry for jumping in.... Tom try this it makes an img file bit for bit. But, I don't anything is hidden or encrypted in the SD card, a plain old copy/paste should work. Win32 Disk Imager G70
Yes, that is what I ended up doing. I'm assuming the only "unique" file on each printer is one of the two BIN files.
Printing... That little dark session after the firmware installs is a bit disconcerting... Patience is key to letting the printer come back up after the firmware update. I almost unplugged it just before it turned back on. I suspect that could have corrupted the system quicker than anything. Just a word of warning to those like me... people with zero patience.
...And it worked like a charm! Sweet Also, don't forget about the 3rd material for the Cube 3... Wash away support! Not sure if this is treated the same as PLA or ABS. I know that ABS is not fully compatible with the wash-away material.
O - Pause/Resume from Cube S/W works fine O - Calibration reminder notice on Cube screen prior to PRINT prompt works fine
I just picked up a used Cube3 this week. I already have a Rep Rap but am glad I stumbled upon this today. I am patching the firmware at the moment and will provide some feedback asap. Also, I am a software developer and would be happy to help out in any way. PM me if interested. Thanks again!
Let me start of by saying how it never fails to impress me when a group of individuals get together to overcome a hurdle. Well done everyone! I own 3 of the Cubes and have gone through roughly 12 rolls of filament over the last 5 months by using the swapping of the cartridges trick. Great little printer. For those of us who aren't as "tech savvy" as the rest, would someone be able to explain how to accomplish what Eychei stated above? I flashed the firmware on the Cube. That's about all I understand to do lol. Thanks in advance!
