Stratum 400

Precision Engineered for Open Hardware

The Stratum 400 is a ground-up 3D printer design, built with professional-grade components and fully documented for modification and advanced builds.

Key Specifications

Engineered for Uncompromising Performance

400mm³

Build Volume

NEMA 23

Z-Axis Drives

0.1mm

Repeatability

48V

Power Architecture

Modular Architecture

Ground-Up Design for Optimal Function

Kinetic Gantry System

Stratum has two kinematic systems. A traditional Voron Style CoreXY, and also an all in one tension and drive system that eliminates 4 entire bearings sets usually needed to route the belt around the stepper drive gear, at the rear of the printer.

Heated Bed Flex Plate Array

Dual 6mm printbed plates help isolate temperatures from the kinematic system, while allowing mounting positions for built in circulation fans that will help heat both the bed and the enclosed print volume.

Davis Kinematic Mount

The custom Davis Kinematic mounting system uses large ball mounts, made originally for RC cars, along with custom printed parts. Compared to other kinematic coupling methods like "sphere on rails", the contact area is immense, and allows for lower material requirements, such as raw FDM parts, and PTFE tubes to be used. I.E. you can now assemble a functional kinematic coupling yourself, cheaply, with mostly printed parts, and no expensive linear rails.

Assembly Guide

Structured Build for Reliable Results

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Structural Frame Squaring

Motion Systems Installation

Wiring & Electronics Integration

Calibration & Commissioning

Begin with precise assembly and squaring of the aluminum extrusion frame, ensuring a rigid and accurate foundation for all subsequent components.

Install linear guide rails, lead screws, and stepper motors for X, Y, and Z axes. Verify smooth movement and proper alignment across the entire build volume.

Perform initial power-up, firmware flashing, motion tests, and print calibration. Fine-tune settings for optimal performance and part accuracy.

Route and connect all wiring harnesses, sensors, and control board components. Follow the detailed schematic for a clean, reliable electronic system.

Access the Full Engineering Package

Download comprehensive CAD files, detailed Bill of Materials, and assembly documentation to build or modify your Stratum 400.