Here you can find useful modifications that others have added to the Phlatprinter MKII to suit their needs.This is another great resource for those that are about to start a Phlatprinter MKII build,you will gain a lot of new ideas you may want to implement into your own MKII. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:27:54 +0000 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:27:54 +0000 PhlatForum http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/forums/phlatprinter-mkii-modifications/ Mon, 24 Mar 2014 14:43:57 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mkii-vacuum-mod-finished.837/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mkii-vacuum-mod-finished.837/ invalid@example.com (xtremeRCpilot) xtremeRCpilot Well since the Phlatprinter was born I have always wanted to do a mod to keep the dust down and after seeing Fozzy work his magic I went ahead and finished my mod here are some pics!!
I still need to fine tune the large hose placement as it hung up on the flex shaft of the rotozip and actually stopped the bits rotation... hence causing some ripping and tearing of my foam sheet
Non the less once I find a down cut bit I hope to be able to contain some of the foam and more...

MKII Vacuum MOD Finished!!!]]> 14 Thu, 13 Jan 2011 12:31:56 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/laminate-on-the-mkii.1993/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/laminate-on-the-mkii.1993/ invalid@example.com (navionflyer) navionflyer
Thanks,
Tim]]> 3 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 23:55:07 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/the-foam-shredding-prevention-mod.1991/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/the-foam-shredding-prevention-mod.1991/ invalid@example.com (xtremeRCpilot) xtremeRCpilot Well its been almost 1.5 years since my last confession and I have to admit I dont know why I waited so long to FINALLY make my Roller MOD!!!

I devised the perfect solution to the dreaded foam imperfection caused by the sandpaper wrap on the original Pressure rollers !!
My plan was to try a few rubber based coverings that would leave a silky smooth finish on my 3mm depron kits as I sell these and want the best quality product for my customers! I also needed to...

The Foam Shredding Prevention Mod!!]]> 12 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:26:20 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mkii-quick-bit-change-mod.1723/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mkii-quick-bit-change-mod.1723/ invalid@example.com (kxflyer11) kxflyer11
I have recently had a need to make several bit changes during some semi-production runs I have been making. I wanted to be able to change the bit at any location of the Y axis travel without having to remove the material to be cut.

I made the components out of an old street sign that just happened to be laying out behind the shop. The parts are all 1/4" in width. I built this on the fly so I do not currently have a dimensional drawing of it. If anyone would like I can whip one...

MKII Quick Bit Change Mod]]> 3 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 02:55:12 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/an-mkii-mod-by-crash.1647/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/an-mkii-mod-by-crash.1647/ invalid@example.com (Crash) Crash
After a year of fairly heavy use with my machine, there have only been a couple of things I have found to be an inconvenience. Now let me say up front, these two issues should in no way be construed as any kind of flaw or poor design element of this machine - just things that I felt I could improve upon for my...

An MKII Mod by Crash]]> 5 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:15:38 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/verrrry-complicated-pressure-roller-removal-mod.1584/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/verrrry-complicated-pressure-roller-removal-mod.1584/ invalid@example.com (MartinT) MartinT
This mod is for the people like me who normally do not use the first pressure roller because you like to see what's going on, (to set the home point and look at the routing itself and so)
The first roller is the one that is the closest to you when you are standing in front and facing the machine).
But if you want to rout wood and other hard materials you will...

Verrrry COMPLICATED pressure roller REMOVAL mod]]> 14 Thu, 20 May 2010 03:20:15 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/tvcs-mkii-mods-and-pics.1519/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/tvcs-mkii-mods-and-pics.1519/ invalid@example.com (tvcasualty) tvcasualty After the neat clamping tricks...

I decided to go crazy. Attached files ...

TVCs MKII Mods and Pics.]]> 28 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:04:11 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/added-led-strip-to-the-mkii.1463/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/added-led-strip-to-the-mkii.1463/ invalid@example.com (kram242) kram242 I used the led light strips from Dan and Dianne here at LazerToyz http://lazertoyz.ncweb.net/V4lights.htm
and a 12 volt transformer
I love the new look!
They come in many colors too! :mrgreen:
Mark Attached files ...

Added LED strip to the MKII]]> 2 Sat, 17 Apr 2010 13:34:34 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/easy-phlatprinter-mkii-stand-plans.1049/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/easy-phlatprinter-mkii-stand-plans.1049/ invalid@example.com (kram242) kram242 Guys here is a simple quick and cheap stand that will work to hold your Phlatprinter MKII .
This stand is the same size (height wise) as the official MKII stand, so you could add casters like the official stand to bring this stand to the proper height.

We sell the casters at the Phlat-Store if you need to get them....

Easy Phlatprinter MKII Stand Plans]]> 19 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 11:40:52 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mk2-bit-change-mod.1142/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mk2-bit-change-mod.1142/ invalid@example.com (ToxicToast) ToxicToast
With this mod, I am able to park the Y at a specific spot. Lift the Phlat lid and drive the Z so the collet is just above flush with the table...

MK2 Bit Change Mod]]> 3 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:08:45 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/another-simple-roller-spring-mod.1202/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/another-simple-roller-spring-mod.1202/ invalid@example.com (RC-Rerun) RC-Rerun
I wanted to make a simple mod to my MK-II that would allow me to adjust pressure levels on all three rollers, individually, without making it difficult to load materials or remove the top for bit changes. So far I have only modified the feed pressure roller, but should this effect the contact of my material with the cutting surface, I will modify the rollers over the cutting area. With only the feed roller modified, the top can be opened to load material without...

Another SIMPLE roller spring mod]]> 7 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:39:57 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/another-vacuum-mod-and-an-exciting-led-mod.1002/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/another-vacuum-mod-and-an-exciting-led-mod.1002/ invalid@example.com (MartinT) MartinT The three main selling points of my version of the mod are:
A) There is no drilling or changing the layout of the Phlatprinter involved, the parts just bolt onto the YZ gantry via the EXISTING holes.
B) It does not limit any travel range of the Y axis.
And C) The vacuum tubes can be taken off when changing bits, so no obstructions!!!

Parts needed:

2 pieces of MDF (preferably...

another Vacuum mod and an Exciting LED mod]]> 9 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 23:30:55 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/led-lightbar-mod.1000/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/led-lightbar-mod.1000/ invalid@example.com (kram242) kram242 Trish and I went on the Black Friday crazy sale adventure at 4:00 am this morning, and I picked up one of these little gems from Sears. Its a 60 LED work light for 15 bucks!
I took the covers off and added Velcro to keep it in place. It plugs into the power strip of the MKII and comes on when the Phlatprinter is turned on.
Now I no longer have the glare from the over head light on the windshield. I can see the bit in action...

LED lightbar MOD]]> 1 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:35:17 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/easy-pressure-roller-mod.925/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/easy-pressure-roller-mod.925/ invalid@example.com (kram242) kram242 This mod was from Phlatboy Dorsal! Thanks for a great Mod!
This is a quick mod that makes a big difference in my opinion]]> 28 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:14:22 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/so-you-wanna-talk-lights.834/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/so-you-wanna-talk-lights.834/ invalid@example.com (iflyos) iflyos

But when you turn out the lights...



Really simple to do, I used some red translucent paper/plastic material that Brandy had in her scrapbook drawer...cut it to fit behind the letters, and then used a strip of 120v neon lamps to illuminate the strip.
Pretty neat effect, I think, and it reminds me when I have left the PP on....

Tim
AG4RZ Attached files...

SO...you wanna talk lights?]]> 7 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 00:34:59 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/looking-for-one-of-those-kewl-numeric-keypads.611/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/looking-for-one-of-those-kewl-numeric-keypads.611/ invalid@example.com (Anonymous) Anonymous http://tinyurl.com/kj2w5c , you might get one for less than $10 shipped!
If they're all gone, search for "Targus Numeric Keypad" w/ 2 USB Ports - they're listed elsewhere for just a little more $$
(By the way, they will work on a MK1 or MK1.5 also.) ]]> 36