Product Name: MKS-Gen L
Product Overview: The MKS-Gen L is a new development by the team at Makerbase. Designed as a solution to the issues found on open-source controller boards like Ramps 1.4, the MKS-Gen L offers flexibility and enhanced performance for its users.
Key Features:
- The MKS-Gen L incorporates 2560 and Ramps 1.4 within one board, eliminating the need for complex connectors.
- It supports different kinds of stepper drivers such as A4988, DRV8825, TMC2100, and LV8729, giving users the option to customize their stepper drivers and motors.
- The board reserves signal for external driver connection, making it possible to connect high-current drivers to operate 57 and 86 stepper motors.
- The MKS-Gen L is equipped with high-quality MOSFET for improved cooling and stability.
- It utilizes a specific power chip that supports 12V-24V power input, addressing chip heating and power shortage problems.
- A robust filter circuit is also featured for minimized interference and crash prevention during the printing process.
- It uses the CH340 serial port chip for ease of drive installation, which is more practical than the 16U2.
- The firmware run is Marlin, with a configuration identical to Ramps 1.4, which can serve as a direct replacement.
- Ramps 1.4, 2004LCD, 12864LCD, TFT28, and TFT32 are all supported by the MKS-Gen L.
- The board can accept 24V input, reducing the heated bed current to 1/4 at the same system power— effectively dealing with MOSFET heating issues.
- The X, Y, and Z axes are controlled by differently coloured terminal controls for clear stepper motor and endstop wiring.
- Stepper drivers are plugged in according to colour-coded terminals, thereby reducing the chances of reverse connection and preventing potential damage to the controller board.
Included in the Package:
- One MKS-Gen L V1.0 board
- A 50cm USB cable
- Five A4988 Stepper Motor Drivers
- Five Heatsinks
Hence, the MKS-Gen L provides an advanced and customizable option for users in need of a reliable controller board.