3DHex

Depending on the model they purchased, some users find out at some point that their 3D printer does not accept full or partial g-codes. The main reason for this is that the g-code is not supported in the firmware, whereas the most common situation when this occurs is when attempting to print from USB.

3DHex is a host controller for the 3D printer firmware that can bypass this issue in some cases and allow users to make configuration directly from a simple GUI. It is important to note that the tool is not final (stable) and hence, it is highly advisable that the printer is not left unattended.

The application enables users to work with up to 10 printer configurations and packs various functions for the USB, including here fan and temperature control, stepper toggling, AutoPID, homing and toolhead movement.

Other noteworthy features are basic thermal protection, S-Curve and Trapezoidal motion planner support, optimized arc motion algorithm, Smart curve detection algorithm, LCD Display 16x2 Module HD44780 only, Supported G/M commands, Cartesian 3D printers only, PID/Bang-Bang temperature control and support only for Arduino Mega 2560 - RAMPS board. The developer announced he will add more features in the next releases.