The CheaPad (BTT Pi + TFT35 SPI) : The Cheapest Klipper Pad !
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Model Overview & Print Notes
The CheaPad : the most affordable DIY Klipper Pad ! Let me introduce The CheaPad, an incredibly cost-efficient alternative to all the Klipper pads out there! 🚀 I'm excited to share this minimalist yet highly functional solution for 3D printing enthusiasts like you. The best part? It's designed to be a community-driven project, allowing anyone to modify and suggest changes. Together, we can create something truly amazing! 🌍🤝 The CheaPad is built upon the reliable foundation of the BTT Pi and TFT35 SPI, ensuring seamless integration with your 3D printer setup. With this affordable solution, you can enjoy the benefits of Klipper firmware without breaking the bank. 💸💡 Join me on this exciting journey of affordable innovation and be a part of the CheaPad community. Your ideas, suggestions, and modifications are highly valued as we strive to revolutionize the world of Klipper pads. Let's make 3D printing accessible to all! 🚀✨ 100% open-source, 100% community driven ! I really hope this project will open the gates to remixes, better designs, cooler designs, … so grab the cads, grab the step files and modify it ! But please repect the license so no sharing without attribution, and don't sell a finished product using community's work ! Configurations for some printers are available here : https://github.com/tomsbasement/CheaPad If you want to add yours, feel free to make a pull request ! All you need is love… and some screws Note : There is an unofficial “screwless” enclosure you can download here : https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/tool/boitier-pour-cheapad-klipper-sans-vis The required hardware to make this pad yours is : 1 BTT Pi+TFT35 SPI : https://shrsl.com/43poj 4 M3x6 screws : https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DcIphfF 4 M2x10 self-tapping screws : https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DddxMsp A microSD card (you will need to install the CB1 image you can download here : https://github.com/bigtreetech/CB1 - Don't forget to enable TFT35_SPI in the BoardEnv.txt file in the boot partition of your SD card ;-) ) 4 M3x35 screws (Optional - V1 only) : https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DEaY8h7 (Optional, choose the screen mount accordingly) 8 heatset inserts (M3 Length 4mm Outer Diameter 5mm) : https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCKOhFx (Recommended) USB ADXL : https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DEEYmuZ Those links are sponsored so I get a small percentage of your purchase. If you like my work, you can support me by clicking on them ;-) Instructions (in French)