Re: Printer stops after a few layers
Posted: Wed Nov 20, 2013 1:04 pm
I am a relative newbie but I have had similar problems with Repetier stopping mid print, so much so that I now usually print direct from the SD card.I did not totally solve my problem but it was related to the USB lead. I am using Arduino Mega 2560/Ramps 1.4.
When I went through a USB hub that uses a mini USB connection from the PC, it happened quite often, regardless to whether the hub was powered or not. However using a normal USB A to B lead direct to the Arduino freezing occurred less often. I think the cause is the cable shielding. Best results were with a clear cable where the shielding can be seen inside.
When I went through a USB hub that uses a mini USB connection from the PC, it happened quite often, regardless to whether the hub was powered or not. However using a normal USB A to B lead direct to the Arduino freezing occurred less often. I think the cause is the cable shielding. Best results were with a clear cable where the shielding can be seen inside.