Rat Rig V-Core 4.1
Rat Rig V-Core 4.1
Rat Rig V-Core 4.1
Rat Rig V-Core 4.1
Rat Rig V-Core 4.1
Rat Rig V-Core 4.1
Rat Rig V-Core 4.1
Rat Rig V-Core 4.1

Rat Rig V-Core 4.1

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V-Core 4.1 CoreXY 3D Printer Kit

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V-Core 4.1 is a large-format, open CoreXY 3D printer kit designed to grow with you. With build volumes up to 500×500×500mm, a fully open and customizable architecture, and a progressive upgrade path — from single tool to Hybrid and IDEX — it's a platform you can adapt, expand, and make your own.

Open platform. Infinite possibilities.

NOTE: Enclosing panels are not included. DXF files available here.

Select your machine size
Includes all structural, mechanical, and motion components.
V-Core 4.1
Add electronics?
Without this kit, only structural and mechanical parts are included.
Electronics
Optional upgrades
Enhance your V-Core 4.1 experience. You can always upgrade later.
Rat Pack Filter
Carbon filtration for ABS, ASA, PC, Nylon and other fume-emitting materials.
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V-Core 4.1 Documentation Hub

A Next-Gen CoreXY 3D Printer Kit

v-Core 4.1

Up to 500mm

Open System

Peak Performance On Larger Machines

Perfect First Layer

Less Time to Print Multiple Parts

Pre-made cables & no crimping required

3 Build Volumes

300 x 300 x 300mm
400 x 400 x 400mm
500 x 500 x 500mm

Progressive Upgrade Path Modes

Easily upgrade standard into Hybrid and then Hybrid into IDEX - Conversion between modes is just a matter of adding a few parts, no frame rebuild is necessary.

Standard - Great performance, simpler than ever build process
Hybrid - Ludicrous performance: double your y axis acceleration
IDEX - Print with 2 materials and double your output for 2 parts at once or for multi-material parts

Peak Performance On larger machines

Experience Unbeatable Performance on Even the Largest Machine Sizes

Less Time

To print multiple parts

Cut print time in half for multiple identical parts with the IDEX upgrade kit

1. Multi-material printing ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎2. COPY MODE ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎3. MIRROR MODE

Easy Build, Easy Setup

For V-Core 4.1, the entire build documentation was created anew — with fully structured, end-to-end, step-by-step guides that walk you through the complete assembly and commissioning process.

Every step is intentional, clearly explained, and designed to make building the machine straightforward and predictable.

Perfect 1st Layer with the Beacon

Auto Z calibration compatible with any print surface via Beacon Contact.

The fastest, most precise & accurate probe on the market.

Open system

A fully open-source 3D printer puts you in control. With complete CAD files available, you’re free to modify, upgrade, or repair every part to fit your exact needs.

V-CORE 4.1 - NEW FEATURES

A steel X-axis gantry, full-metal toolhead, improving rigidity, cooling, and print consistency, unlocking smoother, more reliable performance with RatOS 2.1.

Technical Specifications
IDEX BUILD AREA per TOOLHEAD

Documentation

Build guide:
Step-by-step guide available here .

Bill of Materials:
Bill of materials available here .

CAD Models

300 400 500
CoreXY View View View
Hybrid View View View
IDEX View View View

Community

Rat Rig 3D Printer Community (Facebook)

discord.gg/ratrig

License

Creative Commons License

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