The Enraged Rabbit Community's ERCF v2 project, aimed at enhancing the Voron ERCF MMU for Klipper-based 3D printers, is experiencing challenges with documentation inconsistencies and hardware compatibility, impacting its development trajectory.
Recent issues and pull requests indicate a focus on resolving documentation errors and hardware compatibility problems. Issues like #134 highlight discrepancies in screw sizes between manuals and BOMs, while #136 addresses support modifications for the Filamentalist F1 mod. These issues suggest ongoing efforts to refine project documentation and ensure hardware compatibility.
SkiBikeMake VT.548 (SkiBikePrint)
v6cl
Matt S (Miriax)
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Documentation Inconsistencies: Multiple issues (#134, #131) highlight discrepancies in project documentation, affecting user experience and project reliability.
Hardware Compatibility: Reports of motor mounts not fitting (#89) and requests for component modifications (#107) indicate ongoing challenges in ensuring compatibility with various hardware setups.
Community Engagement: The project benefits from strong community involvement, as seen in numerous pull requests and issue reports, though there are challenges in managing contributions effectively.
Long-standing Pull Requests: Several PRs (#7, #6) remain open for extended periods, suggesting difficulties in consensus or testing processes within the community-driven framework.
Focus on User Modifications: Active development of user mods, particularly for the Filamentalist Enclosure, reflects a commitment to customization and user-driven enhancements.
| Timespan | Opened | Closed | Comments | Labeled | Milestones |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Days | 4 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| 30 Days | 6 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
| 90 Days | 18 | 2 | 4 | 17 | 1 |
| All Time | 97 | 41 | - | - | - |
Like all software activity quantification, these numbers are imperfect but sometimes useful. Comments, Labels, and Milestones refer to those issues opened in the timespan in question.
| Developer | Avatar | Branches | PRs | Commits | Files | Changes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SkiBikeMake VT.548 |  |
1 | 0/0/0 | 32 | 41 | 605443 |
| v6cl |  |
1 | 3/2/0 | 5 | 38 | 145077 |
| Georgios Karnas (kargeor) | 0 | 1/0/0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
PRs: created by that dev and opened/merged/closed-unmerged during the period
Recent GitHub issue activity for the Enraged-Rabbit-Community/ERCF_v2 project shows a mix of new issues and updates to existing ones, with a focus on documentation inconsistencies, missing files, and hardware compatibility problems. Notably, several issues highlight discrepancies in documentation, such as incorrect screw sizes (#134), missing links (#131), and outdated references (#92). There are also multiple reports of STL file issues, including missing or incorrect parts (#133, #116) and requests for support-less versions of files (#129).
A significant theme is the need for better documentation and file organization, as evidenced by multiple issues related to unclear or missing instructions (#86, #66) and duplicate or misnamed files (#44). Hardware compatibility concerns are also prevalent, with issues like motor mounts not fitting supplied motors (#89) and requests for modifications to accommodate different components (#107).
#136: Filamentalist_F1 mod supports under 2020 profile
#134: [Filamentalist] Manual and BOM inconsistent on the screw size
#136: Filamentalist_F1 mod supports under 2020 profile
#134: [Filamentalist] Manual and BOM inconsistent on the screw size
These issues reflect ongoing challenges in maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring compatibility with various hardware components. The community-driven nature of the project means that user feedback is crucial for identifying and resolving these issues.
The dataset includes a list of 16 open and 14 closed pull requests for the Enraged-Rabbit-Community/ERCF_v2 repository. The pull requests cover a range of modifications, enhancements, and fixes related to the ERCF v2 project, which is focused on improving the Voron ERCF MMU for Klipper-based 3D printers.
#135: F1 mod v0.2 - Introduces a version with magnets instead of springs, created by v6cl three days ago. It includes numerous CAD and STL files.
#127: Update README.md for ERF_Filament_Cutter - A minor update to the README file by Georgios Karnas, created 15 days ago.
#115: Add Mellow-MMU board support like BTT-MMB for ERCT - Adds support for the Mellow-MMU board, created by BlueMemory 60 days ago.
#114: RC2 add Mellow-MMU board support like BTT-MMB for ERCT - Similar to #115 but targets a different base branch (rc2).
#110: Update ball size recommendation for the toolhead sensor - Adjusts ball size recommendations in documentation by onde2rock 74 days ago.
#103: Update README.md - Fixes a spelling error in the documentation by iamrans0m00, created 103 days ago.
#88: Added User_mod: Holey Gate Plates - Introduces holey gate plates for aesthetic customization by 3DCreationsByChad, created 161 days ago.
#82: Makerpanda certification - Updates vendor list in README by Fragmon, created 174 days ago.
#76: Added Support for RapidoV2 HF and UHF - Adds support for RapidoV2 hotends with comments indicating issues with fitment, created by BrokenAutomap 190 days ago.
#72: Fix recursive steps in Setup and Calibration document - Corrects a recursive step in documentation by Tim Abraham, created 202 days ago.
#59: Replacement for the steelballs in the ERCT_Buffer Coupler_Blocks - Provides an alternative to steel balls in coupler blocks by hummerdash, created 222 days ago.
#43: Narrow Apron LED user mod - A modification to use apron LEDs on a specific setup by Roland Rosenkranz, created 244 days ago.
#41: Add LGX Lite Filament Entry Sensor - Introduces a filament entry sensor compatible with LGX Lite by Max Luck, created 245 days ago.
#7: Port CW2 Main Bodys from CW2 motor plate RC1 to Release Version - Applies changes from RC1 to release version for Clockwork2 main bodies by Michael Jäger, created 266 days ago.
#6: StealthOrbiter Extruder - Adds support for StealthOrbiter Extruder, currently under testing by Michael Jäger, created 266 days ago.
#5: Phaetus Dragon UHF (mini) Hotend - Adds support for Phaetus Dragon UHF hotends by Michael Jäger, created 266 days ago.
#126 & #125: Related to Filamentalist F1 mod images and upload; merged quickly after creation.
#104: Modded buffer wheel spacers; not merged due to lack of activity or interest.
#68 & #62: File management attempts; closed without merging.
#55: Adjustable ECAS Filament Blocks; not merged.
#53: Support Arm Rabbit Logo Fix; quickly closed.
#52 & #51: User mods related to tube management and no bypass end block; not merged.
#20 & #15: Minor updates to README and FAQ; closed without merging.
#11: Draft for Crazy Dragon hotend mount; not merged.
The pull requests reflect ongoing efforts to enhance the ERCF v2 project through community contributions and individual modifications. A significant portion of the open pull requests involve hardware modifications or enhancements such as adding support for new boards (#115 and #114), introducing new components like hotends (#76 and #5), or providing aesthetic customizations (#88). These indicate an active interest in expanding the functionality and compatibility of the ERCF system with various components used in the broader 3D printing community.
Several PRs focus on documentation improvements (#127, #110, #72), highlighting an awareness of the importance of clear guidance and accurate information for users building or modifying their setups. This aligns with the project's philosophy of over-engineering for quality and user satisfaction.
The presence of long-standing open PRs such as #7 and #6 suggests possible challenges in reaching consensus or completing necessary testing before integration into the main branch. This could be due to complexity or limited resources available for thorough review and testing within the community-driven project structure.
Closed PRs often relate to minor fixes or updates that were either quickly resolved or deemed unnecessary after further consideration (#126, #125). Some PRs were not merged possibly due to redundancy or lack of alignment with project goals (#104, #68).
Overall, while there is robust activity within this repository indicating strong community engagement, there are areas where processes could be streamlined to facilitate quicker resolution of PRs—especially those that have been open for extended periods without progress towards merging or closure. Additionally, enhancing collaboration tools or processes might help address some disputes or technical challenges noted in comments on certain PRs (#76).
SkiBikeMake VT.548 (SkiBikePrint)
v6cl
Matt S (Miriax)
kargeor
Filamentalist_FAQ.md and multiple readme.md files.FUNDING.yml to modify sponsorship links.Active Contributors: SkiBikeMake VT.548 is the most active contributor, focusing on documentation updates, CAD model improvements, and managing user modifications. v6cl also contributed significantly by adding new mods and collaborating on merges.
Documentation Focus: There is a strong emphasis on maintaining and updating documentation across various files, indicating a focus on clarity and user guidance.
User Modifications: The team actively works on user modifications, particularly for the Filamentalist Enclosure, suggesting ongoing customization efforts to enhance user experience.
Collaboration: Collaboration between SkiBikeMake VT.548 and v6cl is evident through merged pull requests and shared updates on user mods.
Ongoing Development: The project is still in its RC1 phase with continuous updates, indicating active development and refinement of features.
Overall, the development team is focused on enhancing documentation, improving CAD models, and supporting community-driven modifications while maintaining active collaboration among contributors.