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2x 8" Heated Bed questions

Discussion in '3D printers' started by Airsmith, Jan 13, 2014.

  1. Airsmith

    Airsmith New Builder

    Hey all,

    Just wondering if it's possible to place 2x 8" heated beds, side by side, by creating a larger build plate, and is there a second spot on the mother board to plug it in? Also, how does this affect power consumption?

    Thanks.
  2. Nick Lancaster

    Nick Lancaster Journeyman Builder

    Yes you could run 2 heat beds, but you would have to be sure they are within the amp rating of the board. Most likely there is only 1 connection for the heatbed on the printer board. So your best bet would be to use that output to switch a higher rated relay to run both heatbeds.
    Airsmith likes this.
  3. Airsmith

    Airsmith New Builder

    Thanks for the reply Nick.

    Now back to the drawing board...

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