Comparing 3D Printer Motherboards
Let's compare the Einsy Rambo, the HICTOP MKS Base V1.3, and the Creality3D v1.1.4 and v4.2.2 boards.
Einsy Rambo:
TMC2130 stepper drivers with 256 micro-stepping
Support for 24V power supply
Integrated Trinamic drivers with advanced features like stallGuard and coolStep
Support for filament runout sensors and power loss recovery
SPI and UART interface for communication
HICTOP MKS Base V1.3:
The HICTOP MKS Base V1.3 is a RepRap Arduino-compatible motherboard for 3D printers. Key features include:
A4988 or DRV8825 stepper drivers (less advanced than TMC drivers)
Support for 12V or 24V power supply
5 stepper motor driver sockets (X, Y, Z, E0, and E1)
Supports a range of LCD controllers, including 12864, 2004, and TFT
SD card support for standalone printing
Compatible with various firmware, including Marlin, Repetier, and Smoothie
Creality3D v1.1.4:
A4988 stepper drivers (less advanced than TMC drivers)
Support for 12V or 24V power supply
No integrated filament runout sensor or power loss recovery features
Creality v4.2.2:
TMC2208 or TMC2225 stepper drivers (silent and more advanced than A4988)
Support for 24V power supply
Integrated filament runout sensor and power loss recovery features
UART interface for communication
In conclusion, the Einsy Rambo board remains the most advanced and feature-rich option among these boards. The HICTOP MKS Base V1.3 is a versatile and compatible board with support for various firmware and LCD controllers, but it uses less advanced stepper drivers compared to the Einsy Rambo and Creality v4.2.2 boards. The Creality v4.2.2 offers a good balance of performance and cost, while the v1.1.4 is an older and less feature-rich version.
