Description
The Hornet is the newest release under the brand. As the third generation of this product, there’s a lot more to the printer than its bold yellow color and attractive price tag. Starting with the basics, the Hornet has everything that is needed to get the job done. This is achieved with the following specs:
Interesting Cable for Bowden Setup
The integrated cabling with the PTFE tube is one of the most noteworthy features. This connects the hotend to the extruder. On one hand, it makes the product more well-rounded as the Bowden tube doubles up as a power cable with foolproof lock that minimizes movement of the filament.
Custom Ruby 32-bit board
The stepper motors are driven by a Ruby 32-bit motherboard, making it quieter than most entry-level 3D printers. This board is produced by Artillery themselves and they intend to use this as a base for further innovation.
Z-Axis motor mounted on top
Artillery has chosen to invert and mount the Z-axis motor on top. The purpose is to reduce wobble and vibration by properly aligning the lead screw. This is a step forward from the Artillery Sidewinder X1 issues in unsteadiness.
Heated glass bed and cooling fan
The tempered glass bed is glued to the heat bed and wired to the main power line. Because of this setup, it heats up quickly and you can start printing much faster. Furthermore, this also ditches the metallic clips and helps in holding down prints on the plate.