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Post by LePaul »

Just saw this ...

https://www.sparkfun.com/products/14032

I wonder if something like this would be useful in 3D printing?
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I don't think it has the accuracy and precision needed for the bed, but...
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Accuracy is +- 2.5 cm. So - not useful as a limit switch at all (also the price... ;)).

Optical limit switches are not ideal anyways because they are vulnerable to dirt and dust, and sometimes also stray light. If you need something better than a regular mechanical limit switch, I would recommend a hall-effect sensor. They are very accurate and don't suffer from the negative points of optical sensors. And usually optical and hall effect sensors are very similar in price.
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Oh wow....that's ok for a wandering droid, not so good for bed leveling
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