{"title":"AxiDraw Upgrades","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"brushless-upgrade-axidraw","title":"Brushless Servo Upgrade Kit for AxiDraw","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBrushless Servo Upgrade Kit For AxiDraw\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis upgrade kit, compatible with most AxiDraw V3 and AxiDraw SE family machines, replaces the standard pen-lift motor with a remarkably strong and fast brushless servo motor. It's a substantial performance and reliability upgrade, lifting and lowering your pen up to 100% faster, and making frequent servo motor swaps a thing of the past. It also includes a spring kit that gives your AxiDraw the option to use traditional ballpoint pens and other implements that require substantial pressure to write.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upgrade includes the brushless servo motor fitted with a custom aluminum lift-arm (servo horn) that features a rolling wheel. It also includes an upgraded power supply for the AxiDraw and a power supply adapter that gives a new motor power switch to the AxiDraw and improves cable management. The upgraded pen-lift stage can be used with or without the included spring kit, at your choice depending on what type of pen you are using. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat comes with the Upgrade Kit?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAGF A20BHS brushless servo motor, custom programmed and customized with shorter wire leads. The AGF A20BHS brushless servo motor has a full metal gear train, dual ball bearings, and a full machined aluminum case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-installed custom aluminum lift-arm (servo horn) with rolling wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal input 9 V, 2.5 A power supply (US plug or International multi-plug)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower adapter module with integrated power switch and indicator light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring kit, with a light and heavy spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable ties, screws, and plastic rivets for mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor models that include it, a new black servo mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent installation instructions are available to download \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.evilmadscientist.com\/dl\/ad\/public\/ad_brushless_1.pdf\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (16 MB PDF).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bantam Tools","offers":[{"title":"US without mount","offer_id":41106330583119,"sku":"SA100061","price":339.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"US with mount","offer_id":41106330550351,"sku":"SA100059","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"International without mount","offer_id":41106330648655,"sku":"SA100062","price":359.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"International with mount","offer_id":41106330615887,"sku":"SA100060","price":369.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/2361\/files\/2_8f2b368c-22e0-4cf6-b1c9-6900e77f5f1d.jpg?v=1712262403"},{"product_id":"outrigger-feet-for-axidraw-v3","title":"Outrigger Feet For AxiDraw V3","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis pair of extended \"outrigger\" feet for AxiDraw V3, AxiDraw V3\/B6, and AxiDraw V3 XLX consists of a pair of machined aluminum struts with large 1\/2\" diameter (12 mm) rubber foot pads set securely in recesses. It greatly increases the effective base area of the AxiDraw, making it much more stable when plotting, and capable of carrying heavier tools without worry of tipping over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn addition to providing a larger footprint, the outrigger feet also provide four mounting holes that make it easier to secure your AxiDraw to a surface, should you choose to do so. Each foot strut has two top-side accessible #8\/M4 clearance holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstallation is straightforward: Remove the two screws that hold the standard foot plates to the bottom of the AxiDraw, and attach these struts in their place with the included screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCompatible with\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAxiDraw V3,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAxiDraw V3\/B6\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAxiDraw V3 XLX. (The outrigger feet also are\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emechanically\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecompatible with the\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAxiDraw SE\/A4, however they are not a good color match for it -- if you would like us to substitute black-colored outrigger feet into your order, please\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econtact us.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese outrigger feet can also serve as spare or replacement parts for the feet on models that initially came with extended feet, including \u003c\/span\u003eAxiDraw V3\/A3, SE\/A3,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSE\/A2 and SE\/A1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in USA of anodized 6061 aluminum.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bantam Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41103423242319,"sku":"SA100053","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/2361\/files\/1_55c03b02-c40a-4e60-9807-b0603ac207fa.jpg?v=1705629632"},{"product_id":"usb-2-0-cable-usb-c-to-micro-b-6-ft","title":"USB 2.0 Cable, USB-C to Micro-B, 6 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a shielded USB C to USB micro B cable that works with AxiDraw and EggBot models that have a micro-B USB connector, and is suitable for use on compatible computers that have USB C ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe USB micro B connector is a standard connector used on many smartphones and tablets. This USB 2.0 cable features a USB C male plug on one end and a USB micro B male plug on the other end. It is shielded to protect against signal interference and data loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWorks with the Bantam Tools NextDraw\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e™\u003c\/span\u003e,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.bantamtools.com\/products\/ebb-driver-board\"\u003eEBB v 2.7\u003c\/a\u003e, and AxiDraw, WaterColorBot and EggBot models that have a Micro-USB port.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bantam Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41103440314447,"sku":"SA100057","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/2361\/files\/1_e5b66283-cc28-4036-881e-533157f35f28.jpg?v=1705633433"},{"product_id":"coreless-upgrade-for-axidraw","title":"Coreless Servo Upgrade Kit for AxiDraw","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoreless Servo Upgrade Kit for AxiDraw\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis upgrade kit, compatible with most AxiDraw V3 and AxiDraw SE family machines, replaces the standard pen-lift servo motor with a faster, stronger, longer lasting, and quieter motor. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe K-power DMC809 digital coreless servo motor has a full metal gear train, dual ball bearings, and a full machined aluminum case. This upgrade includes a custom aluminum lift-arm (servo horn) that features a rolling wheel, as well as a new mounting bracket for attaching it to your AxiDraw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis coreless upgrade is a simpler, lower-cost alternative to our recommended upgrade for AxiDraw, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.bantamtools.com\/products\/brushless-upgrade-axidraw\"\u003ebrushless\u003c\/a\u003e upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBEFORE ORDERING:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCheck compatibility and tools notes below (1) to make sure that this upgrade will work with your AxiDraw, and (2) to see which tools are required for installing the upgrade. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eThe Coreless Servo motor is not compatible with the Bantam Tools NextDraw™ series. NextDraw series machines come standard with a brushless servo, delivering superior performance and reliability with enhanced durability, speed, and lifting strength compared to coreless and standard servo motors. A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.bantamtools.com\/products\/brushless-upgrade-axidraw\"\u003eBrushless Servo Upgrade Kit\u003c\/a\u003e is also available for AxiDraw users.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePros and cons for this upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof using this servo motor upgrade versus the original standard (Tower Pro SG-90):\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMuch quieter. No, it's not silent, but,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewow\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eit is remarkably quiet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLonger life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStronger; greater lifting capacity. Can lift heavier pens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA little bit faster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLess vibration due to servo noise, especially at lower speeds. (Did we mention that it's quieter?)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA more professional final appearance, with its nice all-metal case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLong lasting, replaceable roller wheel on the aluminum lift arm reduces friction and wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDisadvantages:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeavier; can slightly increase \"tuning-fork\" ringing at faster speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCosts more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstalling this upgrade is quite a bit more work than replacing a regular servo motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCertain tools are needed to install the upgrade; you may need to get them (see below).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCompatibility check\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"floatright\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.evilmadscientist.com\/catalog\/emskits\/axidraw\/coreless-upgrade\/tech\/imglrg\/1@2x.jpg\" class=\"lightbox\" title=\"Compatibility check: Silver-color flat plate folded over top of pen-lift servo\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.evilmadscientist.com\/catalog\/emskits\/axidraw\/coreless-upgrade\/tech\/imgmed\/1@2x.jpg\" alt=\"Compatibility check: Silver-color flat plate folded over top of pen-lift servo\" title=\"Compatibility check: Silver-color flat plate folded over top of pen-lift servo\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Coreless Servo Upgrade Kit is compatible with most AxiDraw V3 and SE family pen plotters. To verify compatibility, look at the bracket where your existing pen-lift servo motor is mounted, comparing it to the photo here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf it looks like the photo, with a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esilver-colored\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ealuminum flap\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eover the top\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the servo motor, your AxiDraw\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis a good candidate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor this upgrade. Go on to the next section below to check which tools are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf the bracket has the same general shape, with a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eblack color\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emetal flap over the servo motor (like the ones shown at the top of this page),\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eyou do not need this full upgrade kit\u003c\/i\u003e. Instead order the\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.bantamtools.com\/products\/replacement-coreless-servo-for-axidraw\"\u003eReplacement Coreless Servo Motor for AxiDraw\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf the bracket does not have a metal flap over the top of the servo motor, it is likely not a good candidate for this upgrade. Please\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econtact us\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eif you need help determining compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTools required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"floatright\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.evilmadscientist.com\/catalog\/emskits\/axidraw\/coreless-upgrade\/tech\/imglrg\/2@2x.jpg\" class=\"lightbox\" title=\"Remove pen clip and lower pen to see screw heads\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Remove pen clip and lower pen to see screw heads\" title=\"Remove pen clip and lower pen to see screw heads\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.evilmadscientist.com\/catalog\/emskits\/axidraw\/coreless-upgrade\/tech\/imgmed\/2@2x.jpg\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCertain tools are required to install this upgrade; they are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e included with the kit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSharp scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWire cutters (\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003erecommended, not required\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA screwdriver; type to be determined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo determine which type of screwdriver is needed, remove the pen clip and lower your pen position to its lowest point. Look through the hole in the front face of the pen slide to see the two screw heads visible inside. You may need to manually lift the pen slide up a bit in order to see them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"clear\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"floatright\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.evilmadscientist.com\/catalog\/emskits\/axidraw\/coreless-upgrade\/tech\/imglrg\/3@2x.jpg\" class=\"lightbox\" title=\"Screw head types: Torx T20 vs Pozidriv PZ2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Screw head types: Torx T20 vs Pozidriv PZ2\" title=\"Screw head types: Torx T20 vs Pozidriv PZ2\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.evilmadscientist.com\/catalog\/emskits\/axidraw\/coreless-upgrade\/tech\/imgmed\/3@2x.jpg\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf the two screw heads have a 6-pointed star shape, the necessary screwdriver is a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTorx T20\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf the two screw heads have a cross shape, the necessary screwdriver is a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePozidriv PZ2\u003c\/b\u003e, sometimes called a Pozi #2. Our recommended driver is\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/r\/dp\/B011P25ORU\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethis one from Wera\u003c\/a\u003e, however any PZ2 driver that can reach should work fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"clear\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat comes with the upgrade kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eK-power DMC809 coreless servo motor, customized with shorter wire leads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA custom aluminum lift-arm (servo horn) with rolling wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNew black servo mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCable ties and plastic rivets for mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstallation instructions are available to download from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wiki.evilmadscientist.com\/Coreless_Servo\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edocumentation wiki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bantam Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41103441395791,"sku":"2571","price":94.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/2361\/files\/1_22df6e84-c73d-41ee-8ba1-6d5b8c7ee71b.jpg?v=1705633648"}],"url":"https:\/\/bantamtools.com\/collections\/axidraw-upgrades.oembed","provider":"Bantam Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}