I got an Anet A8 (Prusa i3 clone) 3D printer and I'm taking as many safety precautions as possible, such as replacing high current wires with larger silicone wire and soldering them directly to the PCB, and replacing the PSU. Some people think the stock PSU is fine and doesn't need to be replaced, but I don't trust it. The caps are made by "Rubicong" haha
I've seen plenty of how-tos on using a computer PSU as a desktop power supply but the ones I found pertained to older or multi-rail PSUs and specified needing a dummy load to function properly, so I'd like to figure out the best method for mine. I got a new 500W EVGA ATX PSU, which is a single rail, and Haswell compatible . My goal is to desolder all of the wires except for a 12v and ground for the 3D printer, and a 12v and ground for some LEDs. I don't think it needs a dummy load but this isn't my specialty so I'd love to get the advice of you pros! What's the best way to go about this? Which outs should I use for the printer? Does anything need to be jumped?
Also, should I replace the CapXon cap with a higher quality one while I've got it open?
Any help is appreciated!
I attached some reference shots but can get some better/specific images if you need them.
I've seen plenty of how-tos on using a computer PSU as a desktop power supply but the ones I found pertained to older or multi-rail PSUs and specified needing a dummy load to function properly, so I'd like to figure out the best method for mine. I got a new 500W EVGA ATX PSU, which is a single rail, and Haswell compatible . My goal is to desolder all of the wires except for a 12v and ground for the 3D printer, and a 12v and ground for some LEDs. I don't think it needs a dummy load but this isn't my specialty so I'd love to get the advice of you pros! What's the best way to go about this? Which outs should I use for the printer? Does anything need to be jumped?
Also, should I replace the CapXon cap with a higher quality one while I've got it open?
Any help is appreciated!
I attached some reference shots but can get some better/specific images if you need them.