Voltera V-One PCB printer
Details
The Voltera V-One is a PCB printer which uses an additive method that deposits a silver-based ink to make traces. The ink has a conductivity that is an order of magnitude lower than traditional copper traces; however, it is still capable of handling most digital and analog applications. This makes it an ideal machine for classrooms, engineers, and start-ups who need rapid prototyping and iteration of designs. The printer can also dispense T4/T5 solder paste on prefabricated boards or on V-One-made boards. Furthermore, the recommended pin pitch for solder paste is 0.5mm, and the printer has an integrated hotplate for reflowing the solder, which has a maximum temperature of 240°C, allowing for the use of a wide range of solder paste alloys. The Voltera V-one can also be purchased with a drill attachment, which allows the printer to create vias for through-hole components and double-sided boards.
The Voltera V-One comes with an easy-to-use desktop application for importing your PCB design files from common eCAD software such as KiCad, Eagle, and Altium, which all have export guides for the V-One. The printer comes with everything you need to print your first PCB, such as an introductory starter kit, FR1 and FR4 substrates, conductive ink, and solder paste. For more information about the V-One, take a look at their detailed wiki.
Model overview
| Model | Voltera V-One | Voltera V-One with drill |
|---|---|---|
| Drill included | No |
Yes |
| Price |
Specifications
| Print area | 128 x 116 x 3 mm |
| Print resolution | 10 x 10 x 1 µm |
| Minimum trace width | 0.2 mm |
| Minimum pin pitch | 0.65 mm (0.5 mm for solder paste) |
| Substrate thickness | 1 - 3 mm |
| Substrate compatibility | FR1 FR4 |
| Interfaces | USB 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 390 x 257 x 207 mm |
| Weight | 7 kg |
Included accessories
| 1x Probe |
| 1x USB cable |
| 1x Power cable |
| 1x Tweezers |
| 2x Dispensers |
| 2x Board clamps |
| 3x Tip caps |
| 4x Thumbscrews |
| 25x Voltera disposable nozzles |
Included consumables
| 1x Conductive ink cartridge |
| 1x Solder paste cartridge |
| 1x Solder wire spool |
| 1x Hello world circuit kit |
| 6x 76.2 x 101.6 mm FR1 substrates |
| 10x 50.8 x 76.2 mm FR1 substrates |
Pros and cons
- PCBs printed in under an hour
- Great for education and rapid prototyping
- Reduced waste when testing multiple design iterations
- Ink has a higher resistance than copper
Downloads
| Voltera V-One user manual |  (4.89 MB) | Download |
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