Had my Sidewinder for years, sitting in the corner. Now I'm getting her out and this has helped heaps. Thank you.

The way you make videos is the absolute best I’ve seen, if you did these types of videos for everything, you’d end up running the world haha, these videos are so goddamn useful! I’ll 100% be sharing them in every group I’m in regarding 3D printing, these will help so many people!

Thank you so much for your video and the fact you produce these PCBs. It is awesome you have decided to fill this gap.

Another great video! Keep up the great work man! I love that under desk lighting you have!

Fantastic video as usual, thanks for your contribution! Great work!

Just completed the upgrade yesterday. I have to say your instructions were very easy to follow. I am having some difficulty with the first layer on the corners where the probe hangs off the bed, but otherwise the upgrade has been a big improvement.

Hello, thanks a lot for this video. It's perfect. I can now starting to think doing the same with my X1.

Just finished this mod, worked great! One thing to note for other people is that your Sidewinder may need the (Big Holes) STL file for the probe mount. I saw it and though to myself "wonder what that's for..." I guess some Sidewinder's have nuts that stick out instead of longer screws between the spacer and board. Nothing a quick drill couldn't fix!

UPDATE: 4-2-2022, I have added an STL file in the download with a BL-Touch mount that will fit those printers that have the standoffs on their extruder stepper motor. Its is "BL-Touch Mount (Big Holes)"

Thank you for this. It's all working perfectly

Thanks e1. Finally got it working...a mix of wiring and configuration. Tha ks

Finaly ... found a broken wire and now it is working perfectly Thank You

Best video, I love it. Thanks you the best.

Awesome video, thanks

Great video! Thank you!

Great Video 👍

Confirmed working with the sidewinder x1 v3. Updating the LCD's firmware went smoothly dispite having an entirely different LCD board. Only thing that was different was the red wires that you have to unplug and move are brown on mine.

Artillery should put you on the payroll to make instruction videos for the US market. Very clear and concise instructions and I will be referring people here on many occasions I can tell

So glad I found your video; I had bought my BL touch 2-3 months ago and I *was* dreading the install process; finally decided to stop dragging my feet and your instructions are very straightforward and in layman’s terms. Thank you! Sidebar; will installing the Bl touch halt the filament sensor run out? Also do you have a video on setting up octoprint on the sidewinder also in layman terms 😅

Hello. Sorry for the question in a somewhat old video. But I wanted to know where I can look for the supports for the z-axis linear guides. Very good video and thank you very much

A video on which upgrades are a must have, nice to have and not worth it (for the sidewinder x1) would be so amazing. For example which fan and air duct are working the best, which nozzle is worth it to get and other stuff that's worth to be upgraded. Have my sidewinder for quiet a while now and I love it just the way it is but I really want to get the best out of it.

Very good instructions. Can you provide a link for the connector that you used after cutting and crimping the extruder wires. A link to where to order would be fantastic

Excellent new set (which I know debuted last video) especially like the LED parameter lighting. I agree with Jeremy Woods, you should be on retainer by Artillery. Outstanding video! I was anxious for this video and you did not disappoint. Clear concise and perfectly informative. p.s. If we are interested in your filament feed system where might we procure the files?

make sure!!!! make sure that you fan duct doesnt get in the way of your bltouch its a super pain if you cut the wires and the have to cut up your duct lol but this is for sure the easy way for the sidewinder x1 thank you for a great video and product

I've already installed my bl-touch using a different method, but just watched this and I wish this was the video I watched to install mine, You made it extremally easy and also used good lighting which is VERY important when you have to plug in the connections to the board. 10/10. Keep up all the hard work. Also anyway you could share the link to your spool holder? it looks AMAZING. Edit: nvm about the feeder system, I just saw the comment below saying you need to upload it still.

Hi, qq I have an SKR 1.4 T and your extruder board (X1). I have found the 3 LED wires and the ground motherboard side, but where does the white BL sense (probe/trigger) wire come out? I want to wire it to the dedicated BLT port on the board. Or does the wiring provide a common ground so, rather than 5 wires running from the motherboard its 4 wires, and the ground is spliced into two providing two grounds for the BLT??

I have finished part of the upgrade but there is no eprom reset under the more menu. Do I need to reflash?

Thank you!!!

For those of you that have been asking for my spool holder and filament guides, here is a link to the STL files. www.etherealproject3d.com/downloads/sidewinder-x1-spool-holder-and-guides

What size crimp ends do we need? I got my board last week ready to go with this

Will this mod keep the original print LED working? Are there different versions of the bltouch on the market? i presume the dupont vs jst ist realated to the cables of the bltouch? soory for all the questions

will you provide a link for the connector that is included with the extruder board

Is there a fan upgrade you're using with the BLTouch and custom break up board? If so, can we get it somewhere?

Hi mate , i have an question: Why is your mod using the upper green connector Z endstops while digant is using the other green connector ? Could i use your firmware with the black wire connected to left connector?

This was a great video and very easy to follow along. I was able to easily add the BLTouch to my SWX1 V4 very easily. The only questions I have is, 1-will this still allow the printer to work with Repetier-Server Pro 1.2.1, 2-Repetier-Host and if so, are there any changes that need to be made to the slicer software within Repetier-Host? I primarily use Slic3r within Repetier-Host.

I,m very worried with my x1, because hot bed is blended in the center and I can´t do right plate´s leveling for printing. I´ve installed a bltouch and uploaded firmware, but my bed are unleveled anyway... 😞

What size microsteps does the new firmware use? I have a calibration test print with squares that vary in Z height in 0.01 mm increments from -0.05 mm to +0.05 mm and want to know how to adjust. Thanks.

I bought the breakout board, I did everything given in the video and it works from the first second! Great! But allow one question please: is it still Marlin? I used Orca Slicer in Marlin2 mode before BL-touch install with your firmware. Please let me know!

Hey Matthew, quick question on the part where you level the corners after the first z-offset setup. Do you do this with the knobs or with the baby stepping under the "More" menu? Also, so I use the M420 S1 code instead of the G29? You stated that once the auto-level runs it saves the mesh in the EEPROM so I'm assuming that M420 would be the correct one, but want to make sure. Thanks again for all you do for this community!!

Good morning, I apologize for my English, the video is perfect, I would like to update my X1 with the Bltouch following your video, but I cannot access the download of the firmware and STL files, I am doing something wrong or I have not read some clarification ? I thank and confirm the excellent work you do. Stephen

How do you do this without breakout board. ? Is there a pin out of the connection at the extruder flex

Hi Matthew. Was wondering if you have any experience with the Biqu MicroProbe V2.0? I'm going to install it on my X2 with klipper. And wondering if I can use the config and the mount for the CR touch?

Hello, I bought one of the breakout boards and it didn't come with crips for the heater like shown in the video, was it supposed to come with them? Thanks

Hi is there a way to revert the process. after double checked with two friends it seem that i have a very special machine since nothing work anymore thanks

By Chance - Do you have the Klipper files for this setup - Including for with a Hemera?

I prefer cold spray on the hot clue, it makes easier to remove without risking heating the wrong place

do i have to change my slicer profile now because of the bltouch on my x1? Used slicers: ideamaker and cura.

Hi there, I bought your board for my sidewinder x1. However, the superpinda probe does not work. Could you help me out, please?

Will this firmware be ok on the genius

Great job on your videos! Just ordered the breakout board. I tried downloading the BL Touch mounting bracket with small holes and keep getting a server error, the large hole version downloads fine. Please advise. Thank you!

Could you check what wiring I would need to change if any.. I would like to use x2 head that has BLTouch type sensor built in. I already had a x2 head that way I would like to use it. Any help would be greatly appreciated

Does this firmware work with only your special board or does it also work with manually wiring the BLTouch to where the LED probe was?

Hello there. I have read all the comments, and purchased all the necessary items. I have installed everything, and I got it to self level, heat up, unload the filament, that I placed manually. I just can't get the machine to load the filament. The motor sounds like it is grinding. I have rechecked all the wiring, and re-installed the software, still no luck. I have replaced the ribbon cable twice with new ones, and also purchased a complete extruder assembly, and still will not load filament. Currently, the printer is a paper weight. Has anyone else experienced this? Anyone have a solution? Thanks in advance.

Sorry for the newb question... to confirm the BL Touch connector, the JST would be in white (used in this video) and the DuPont would be in black?

Hi, I got a 3DTouch (a copy but looks the same) and it came with extension cables, so I can feasibly plug it straight into the main board. Is it possible and what would the wiring look like? Could I still use your firmware, maybe with some source code modifications?

After completing all the installation steps, when I go to auto level the leveling fails. I watched it and it looks like starting on the 3rd or 4th probing, along the edge of the build plate, the build plate goes too far and the probe is deploying on the edge of the build plate. Any advice how to adjust the y stop or something so the probe deploys successfully?

Hi Matt! are you planning on making the BL touch mount for an e3d Volcano block setup by any chance? Thanks and keep up the awesome work mate!!

When you level the corners at 12:00, are you using the adjustment wheels?

Can I use your firmware (including TFT firmware) with the wagstermod installation method? I don't have a v4 ASX1.

I have your board, but haven't installed it yet. I might try to find a way to use the original z endstop with a pei bed.

Hello, what offset do you use for bl touch ? i was running on klipper

question... I upgraded to 2208 drivers...Do I need to change the config h to 2208 from 2100 ??? How?

Do I need to add ADD M420 S1 AFTER G28 into my slicer, to utilize the mesh after bed leveling? And a big thanks for the board and great instructions in your video for the install!!

where can I find a tutorial for x2

Is it possible to install x2 hotend on the x1 by using this same mod? . I noticed the x2 hotend comes with autolevel sensor similar to BL Touch

The new connector in the video (3:26). Does that come with the board that you sell?

the newer skr version 3.0 has spots to plug all 5 bl touch wires in, are you familiar with this board, and do you think it will work with your pcb? also would the fw work if i change the motherboard name in vs code?

Thanks

Fun to watch video, even though I don't need this mod (I own Artillery Genius). The linear rails mod for the Z axis caught my eye, are STL files available?

I have bought a x1 with bl touch already installed, i see that you are using different firmware then one installed on my printer, and because i have some troubles with it i would like to install yours. Only question is do i have to disconnect the screen even if i just want to install firmware?

Would you be able to 3d model another cover for this, so that the BLtouch light isn’t glowing that much and the board is covered? Would be awesome!

Do you happen to know a good FW update/upgrade for the X2 with the 32bit board? I'll be using this video tutorial for my X1, but I have an X2 also. One other thing. Does the FW in this video have any bugs to keep in mind? I think one of your other FWs for the X1 had an issue with restarting a print after a print pause is triggered from the runout sensor? Thanks for the vids. Clear and concise.

The BLTouch has 5 wires, but you just move the brown connector (3 pins) and the black connector (1 pin) Is there a common GND or something? Bought your board but I also just changed to an skr 1.4 so want to make sure I’m wiring it properly but I’m obviously 1 wire short! Thanks

The cooling fan on the cooling bar does not start when the extruder reaches a temperature of 50°C. I connected the fan to the Fan1 fan connection for the parts cooling. The fan FA2 (heat block fan) works. Then I checked the mainboard, and when the extruder is set to heat up to 220°C, the LED of the MOSFET for FAN2 'HE01' lights up at a temperature of 50°C, but the fan itself does not start. This is with your firmware for the X1 with BLTouch."

Hi! Thanks for this video! Your firmware will work with octoprint?

Hi. I'm using your software. I'm trying to do a color change, manually. If I use the touch screen, I click pause. It pauses. Then I click filament change, it moves up and asks to confirm to extrude, I accept. Then once the new color comes out, I go back and resume. It resumes, but nothing extrudes? I don't have a clog either? What is the proper way using your software to change filament mid print and resume in the same spot?

Awesome video and looks so easy It made me go for it. One important question: I'm from Spain and want to buy your PCB. Will it have any shipping taxes? (sorry 4 my English)

Hi there, I was wondering if you could help me, I’ve bought one of your X1 breakout boards. The two different style of connectors confused me. I picked JST as I thought that was what connectors the machine used now. Have I picked the right style of connector? I have no clue about upgrading the X1 so I will be following your KZfaq video to guide me. Just not sure I have selected the right connector to use. Your video shows you using dupoint connectors. Many thanks.

Could it be easy to switch from stock abl to a bl touch om a Sidewinder X2? The stock one isn't so nice.

Does having a reset button next to my X1's touchscreen ensure it's a version 4? That's the gist of what I got Googling but wanted to verify before ordering the PCB. Got my machine late 2019 so it was near the V3 to v4 transition. Thanks a lot.

I have notice there is no audio between 12.13 to 14.10, no captions as well. I'm having trouble setting up the BL-Touch and I'm missing something at this point. Is there something wrong with the video at the mention points?

hey! :) Pls help me a little bit. I have as same printer as you. sw x1. when i start a print, i have to restart the printer two to three times to start, because the requested temperature will be zero. can you possibly find a solution for this? Thanks a lot!

Thanks for the great video. By the way, is there any way I can see the configuration.h and configuration _adv.h files for the compiled firmware? I need to edit some things for my new extruder. Thanks!

id nlike to purchase this but my x1 has an skr v1.3, will that be a problem?

hi there - excellent video, thanks. can you advise which BL Touch unit you would recommend for the Sidewinder X1v4? and the connection type - DuPont or JST? this would help me when deciding on which PCB to buy. thanks Bill

Hi. I've been using your bl touch board and firmware for a while now. My print head had issues so I bought a new one. I put your board on the new print head, crimped the ferrules on, etc. But now my bl touch sensor does not stop the z axis? I though I wouldn't need to flash the firmware or touch screen as I put the Ethereal board on the new print head. Any suggestions?

Is there a version of your firmware for the original Genius (not pro) equiped with the BLtouch ?

Does the firmware still need to be upgraded if running the wagster mod?

Hi! Thanks for the informative video. I have a question regarding the tft firmware. Can i use them on the x2?

Does this work for the Artillery Sidewinder X2?

I flashed the firmware you suggested and installed the x2 head with touch sensor. When I try moving it gives orrot Stop called because of BLTouch error restart with M999

Your videos are great, but I’m just curious, why not just add an x2 hot end assembly to the X1? Wouldn’t it provide the same bed leveling?

would it be possible to do this mod and then update the firmware to increase the max temperature? I am currently trying to do this with the wagster mod and Bl touch but I am struggling and I think it may be due to older firmware.

HI.I double checked the process in the video and bl touch wont stop the nozzle from heading towards the build plate? Is the Bltouch plastic sensor supposed to be (extended DOWN) when it's moving towards the build plate? Because mine in retracted with only the tip coming out. And if I manually pull it out it stops glowing red, but still travels to the build plate.I purchased the breakout board from you. The info on the antclabs site is not helpful. I can't see a clear description of the wiring of the harness. But I have reversed BOTH the 3 and the 2 pin plugs (Upside down)and nothing changed? Also in your video you unplug a harness, yet never plug it back in, I assume it is not supposed to be plugged in anywhere else?

Greetings. First let me say great video and easy instructions. Thank you for all this. I am however having an issue since upgrading. I keep getting the Error:!! STOP called because of BLTouch error - restart with M999 every time I try to home or anything. Has anyone else had this issue? If so can you pass on the fix please.

Can you also do a tutorial for the Hornet artillery😅? I bought the hardware for but I don't know how to install it. THANKS!!🎉🎉🎉

большое спасибо

hello, can I read the Probe set of your support? thank you

Does your firmware support M600 color changing routines?

Is this process the same for artillery sidewinder x2?