I've never owned a Delta printer, but their unique design and mechanics have always fascinated me. As some of you may know, I contribute to maintaining Danger-Klipper, which involves testing various configurations and setups. In support of this work, Imac_29 (from the #pasteldenata) generously gifted me an FLSUN Q5. Interestingly, it never even saw the light of day in my home; I disassembled it on the very first day.
This all happened around the time of SMRRF2023, where we humorously speculated that the Voron Design team would never release an official Delta design. What could be a better April Fool's joke than that? So, I went with it.
Originally, the plan was to create an April Fool's prank using the FLSUN Q5, printing parts to make it look like a Voron design. However, I ended up using just the Q5's arms and nothing else. I gathered a collection of spare parts I had lying around, began measuring, and started designing in CAD. After various split and merges, I had a design reminiscent of the Voron Trident that I was happy enough. It wasn't complete, but it was enough to share with other contributors.
DoubleT was immediately on board and decided to build one himself. Within hours of discussing it with me, he had already ordered half of the parts. Interestingly, he managed to get his version printing even before I did.
I want to make it clear that I don't claim to have extensive CAD expertise or experience with Delta printers for this project, so please take my work with a grain of salt. My primary aim was, and remains, to explore Klipper firmware with Delta kinematics.
Yes, the printer works. Yes, it prints. Yes, it's aesthetically pleasing. And yes, it's far from being a perfected design. Most importantly, no, this is not an official project by Voron Design.
DV-000 by rogerlz (YouTube) DV-001 by DoubleT (YouTube)
| Category | Part | Qty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frame | HFSB5-2020-500-TPW | 3 | |
| Frame | HFSB5-2040-235 | 6 | |
| Axis | MGN9H 350mm-400mm | 3 | I used 400mm, DoubleT used 350mm |
| Axis | GT2 Belt 9mm | ~3 meters | |
| Axis | GT2 20T Idler 9mm | 3 | |
| Axis | Nema17 Steppers | 3 | Optional: LDO G2Z Kit |
| Axis | 210mm Fisheye Rods | 6 | I used: FLSUN Q5 arms Link |
| Bed | 200mm x 5mm Alu Bed | 1 | Custom made by MandalaRoseWorks |
| Bed | 200mm PEI Sheet | 1 | Link |
| Electronics | Kenoovo 170mm 200W AC Heater | 1 | Link |
| Electronics | UHP-200-24 | 1 | |
| Electronics | SSR | 1 | |
| Electronics | MCU with 4+ drivers | 1 | Mounts for: SKR Pico and M5P |
| Electronics | Omron D2F-L microswitch | 3 | x4 if using Klicky |
| Toolhead | Any hotend supported by Mini SB | 1 | I used: Dragon |
| Toolhead | 3010 Axial fan | 1 | |
| Toolhead | 3010 Blower fan | 2 | |
| Extruder | G2SA / Sherpa Mini | 1 | |
| Screws | Yes | Many |
This was a fun project and I have a lot of prople to thank for, especially the VD (Voron Discord) contributors.
A heartfelt thanks goes out to DoubleT, who dedicated countless hours to CAD work, surpassing even my own time spent, and to Zruncho, whose guidance, support, and encouragement through direct messages and voice chats were invaluable.
I also want to extend my appreciation to pnewb, clee, hartk, Tetsu, Kyleisah, diem, imac_29 and many others for their support and contributions – you all have my sincerest thanks <3.
A special acknowledgment to the vendors: Lab4450.com, for supplying electronic components; ffb (Discord: ffb_9195) and Seti, for supplying the PC and ACM panels; and MandalaRoseWorks for the custom made and beautiful Alu bed.