Replicator 2/2x HBP Jumper Cable?

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Troy McLucas

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Apr 9, 2019, 8:11:23 AM4/9/19

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Anyone know where to buy the heated build plate jumper cable for the Rep2/2x in the US? It's the one between the motherboard and the HBP, with what I assume is a ferrite load. I'm not opposed to making one myself if someone has the recommend parts list.

BRIAN BECKEY

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Apr 9, 2019, 6:56:58 PM4/9/19

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I bought a whole new heating element that came with wires for $19 on eBay. Works great, I bought two. The wire gets clamped into a terminal block on the Motherboard. There is no plug/connector.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/MakerBot-2X-bed-plate-heater-Great-upgrade-for-your-Makerbot-2-too/272526028054?hash=item3f73d12d16:g:b8wAAOSwo4pYfu6L

If you are still using the stock plate, then I EXTREMELY recommend the aluminum build plate upgrade from Gecko Tech. It costs about $90. My Rep 2X has never worked better. No issues with sticking and it pops right off the removable magnet-held flex plate. The surface is durable and yields beautiful prints. Well worth the cost. I bought a 2nd one for my other Rep 2X.