Why Direct Drive Beats Bowden Tube

I upgrade my Voxelab Aquila with a direct drive kit from MicroSwiss and show why direct drive produces superior prints.

Discord Channel:
https://discord.gg/pZW7femQaJ

Amazon Affiliate Links to the Products Reviewed:

Microswiss Extruder and Hotend Kit:
https://amzn.to/2W9rrOG

Microswiss Hotend Kit (NO EXTRUDER):
https://amzn.to/3lfw2sO

Voxelab Aquila:
https://amzn.to/3CsCXFe (best price)
https://amzn.to/2QbF1hw (The one I ordered)
https://amzn.to/3d7TEeI (alternate link)

Extra steppers, I used one for the extruder:
https://amzn.to/3xzUKrX
(smaller steppers can handle less current than the stock big stepper, so adjust extruder stepper motor driver "vref" to reduce current and prevent overheating!)

Voluntary Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
- This unit was provided to me at no cost
- This video is not sponsored or endorsed by Microswiss
- All opinions expressed in this video are my own

Unboxing and Assembly: (0:00​​)
Fan Shroud Compatibility: (1:49​)
12V Fans in Series: (2:48​)
ESteps/mm: (3:26​)
X-Axis Limit Switch Compatibility: (3:43​)
Hotend Compatibility: (4:13)
Retract Settings: (5:16​)
Print Quality Comparison: (6:05​)
Perimeter Delamination: (6:43​)
Perimeter Delamination: (6:43​)
Perimeter Delamination: (9:03​)
Final Thoughts: (10:17​)

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