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Learn all about the specifications of the Rat Rig V-Minion 3D printer, whether it's compatible with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd and SimplyPrint, and how to set each of them up.
Printer Compatibility for Rat Rig V-Minion
Does the Rat Rig V-Minion 3D printer work with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd and SimplyPrint?
Figuring out if your particular printer works with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd or SimplyPrint can be a challenging task - especially if you're new to 3D printing - as there are thousands of printers out there.
We're here to make it a little easier for you, by answering the question; is the Rat Rig V-Minion compatible with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd and SimplyPrint?
SimplyPrint
Yes, Rat Rig V-Minion is compatible with SimplyPrint
How to set up SimplyPrint on Rat Rig V-Minion
Mainsail
Yes, Rat Rig V-Minion is compatible with Mainsail
How to set up Mainsail on Rat Rig V-Minion
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What Slicer to Use for Rat Rig V-Minion
Find the best slicing software for your Rat Rig V-Minion 3D printer.
Compatible Slicers for Rat Rig V-Minion
At SimplyPrint we support the following 5 slicers. But, that does not mean that no other slicers are compatible with this the Rat Rig V-Minion. We are working on adding support for more slicers for our online cloud-based slicer.
Automatic Profile Updates: Profiles are automatically checked and fetched from the slicer GitHub repositories every day, as well as from our own open-source community-driven slicer profile database. This ensures you always have access to the latest profiles.
Cloud-Based Slicer for Rat Rig V-Minion: Use PrusaSlicer Online
Other Compatible Slicers
Note: Many other excellent slicing software options exist, including Cura, Simplify3D, ideaMaker, KISSlicer, and others. While we don't currently track profiles for these slicers in our database, they may work perfectly with your Rat Rig V-Minion. Check each slicer's official documentation or community forums for compatible profiles and settings. You can also contribute profiles to our open-source slicer profile database on GitHub.
What filament can the Rat Rig V-Minion print?
A guide to the materials the Rat Rig V-Minion can handle, based on its hotend, heated bed specs.
| Filament | Suitability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PLA | Great | The easiest filament to print. Works on almost any printer; a heated bed helps adhesion but is not required. |
| PETG | Great | Comfortably in range (PETG likes a ~230-250C hotend and a ~70-85C bed). |
| TPU & flexibles | Great | The direct-drive extruder feeds flexible filament well. Print slowly for clean results. |
| ABS & ASA | Great | The high-temperature hotend and hot bed handle ABS and ASA well. An enclosure helps further on large parts. |
| Nylon (PA) | Good | Doable with care - dry the filament thoroughly, and an enclosure helps a lot. |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | With care | On the edge - PC really wants an enclosed, hot chamber to avoid warping. |
| Carbon-fiber & glass-filled | With care | Possible if you fit a hardened or wear-resistant nozzle - the abrasive fibers quickly wear a stock brass nozzle. |
Rat Rig V-Minion Printer Specifications: Bed Type, Size, Print Height and More
Discover the key features of the Rat Rig V-Minion 3D printer model. From its bed type to its size, print height, and more, we provide detailed specifications to help you understand the printer's capabilities.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Printer model name | V-Minion |
| Printer manufacturer / brand | Rat Rig |
| Bed type | Square |
| Bed size | 180 x 180 mm |
| Max print height | 180mm |
| Has heated bed | Yes |
| Max extruder temperature | 280° |
| Max bed temperature | 100° |
| Filament width | 1.75mm |
| Number of nozzles | 1 |
| Probing tool / Auto Bed Leveling | Yes |
| Direct drive | Yes |
| Supports serial printing | No |
| Shipped firmware | Klipper |
| Supported file formats | G-code (.gcode, .gco, .g) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Rat Rig V-Minion compatible with SimplyPrint?
Yes. You can connect the Rat Rig V-Minion to SimplyPrint via Klipper (Moonraker), then slice, queue, start and monitor prints from your browser or the mobile app.
What slicer should I use for the Rat Rig V-Minion?
We recommend PrusaSlicer for the Rat Rig V-Minion. You can run it (plus Cura, PrusaSlicer and OrcaSlicer) directly in SimplyPrint's online slicer - no install, on any device, with profiles for the Rat Rig V-Minion kept up to date automatically.
What filament can the Rat Rig V-Minion print?
Based on its specs (hotend up to 280C, heated bed up to 100C), the Rat Rig V-Minion handles PLA, PETG, TPU & flexibles or ABS & ASA well. See the full filament guide above for ABS, nylon, PC and composites.
Does the Rat Rig V-Minion work with OctoPrint or Klipper?
The Rat Rig V-Minion works with Klipper (Mainsail and Fluidd), and SimplyPrint connects to it through them - so you get cloud access, a queue and camera monitoring on top.
What is the Rat Rig V-Minion's build volume?
The Rat Rig V-Minion has a build volume of about 180 x 180 x 180 mm. See the full specifications table above for bed type, temperatures and more.
Final words
We've reached the end of our Rat Rig V-Minion information guide. We devote substantial time to research and gather data on as many 3D printers as possible, understanding the challenge of finding comprehensive, reliable information all in one place. Our primary focus is providing insights into the compatibility of specific printers with the most popular 3D printing clients. We hope this guide has helped answer your questions!