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Original Prusa Buddy Control Board

₹8,719.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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Upgrade or replace your Original Prusa MINI or MINI+ 3D printer’s control system with the genuine Buddy Control Board, ensuring precise motion control and seamless operation for consistent print quality.

Features

  • Direct replacement for Original Prusa MINI and MINI+ 3D printers.
  • Compact PCB design with integrated motor drivers and essential connectivity.
  • Enables precise stepper motor control for accurate print head movement.
  • Facilitates advanced features like silent printing and thermal runaway protection.
  • Supports official Prusa firmware for reliable and optimized performance.

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Description

The Buddy Control Board serves as the central processing unit for your Original Prusa MINI or MINI+ 3D printer, orchestrating all critical functions from motor movements to temperature regulation. Over time, electronic components can degrade or experience faults due to power surges, wear, or accidental damage, leading to inconsistent print quality, connectivity issues, or complete printer malfunction. Replacing a faulty control board is crucial to restore your printer’s reliability and precision.

Installing a new Buddy Control Board ensures that your MINI or MINI+ operates within factory specifications, delivering the consistent and high-quality prints expected from a Prusa machine. This essential component manages communication between all printer parts, including the hotend, heatbed, stepper motors, and user interface, directly impacting the accuracy of every layer and the overall success of your prints.

By maintaining a healthy and functional control board, users can avoid common printing errors such as layer shifts, temperature inconsistencies, or print failures. This genuine replacement part is designed for seamless integration, making it an ideal choice for restoring or upgrading your Prusa MINI series printer’s core electronics, extending its lifespan and maintaining peak performance.

Key Features

  • Direct OEM Replacement: Genuine Original Prusa component ensuring perfect fit and function for MINI and MINI+ 3D printers.
  • Integrated Control System: Combines advanced microcontroller capabilities with necessary driver circuitry for efficient operation.
  • Precise Motion Control: Provides accurate stepper motor command for smooth, artifact-free print movements and layer deposition.
  • Comprehensive Temperature Management: Monitors and controls hotend and heatbed temperatures with robust thermal protection features.
  • Robust Connectivity: Offers various ports for sensors, motors, display, and USB communication, enabling full printer functionality.
  • Firmware Compatibility: Fully supports official Prusa firmware, allowing access to the latest features and optimizations.
  • Durable PCB Construction: Manufactured with high-quality components for long-term reliability and stable performance in demanding printing environments.

Technical Specifications

Item Type:Control Board
Compatibility:MINI, MINI+
Material:PCB
Length (mm):120
Width (mm):80
Weight (g):71
Color:Black PCB

Frequently Asked Questions

What printers is the Prusa Buddy Control Board compatible with?

This genuine Buddy Control Board is specifically designed for direct replacement or upgrade in Original Prusa MINI and Prusa MINI+ FDM 3D printers. It ensures full system integration and reliable performance within these models.

What are the physical specifications of the Buddy Control Board?

The PCB measures 120mm in length and 80mm in width, with a weight of 71g. It features a black PCB design, acting as the central processing unit for all printer functions and motor control.

Is technical expertise required for installing the Buddy Control Board?

Installation involves disassembling the printer's electronics enclosure, carefully connecting existing wiring, and securing with screws. Basic technical knowledge and following Prusa's official guides are highly recommended for successful replacement.

Does this control board come with pre-installed firmware?

The board typically ships with factory firmware. However, it is always recommended to flash the latest official Prusa firmware version after installation using PrusaSlicer for optimal performance and access to new features and bug fixes.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Original Prusa Buddy Control Board

Additional Information

Weight 0.071 kg
Dimensions 12 × 8 × 2 cm