Monolith_Gantry_V2-VT, created by CloakedWayne, is a high-performance, modular gantry platform designed for 3D printers (originally developed as an upgrade for the Voron 2.4 and Voron Trident, but can also be used in other machines, provided mechanical compatibility is ensured).
🛠 Key Features:
Drive configuration: supports both 2‑motor (2WD) and 4‑motor (AWD) setups.
Belt width: compatible with GT2 belts in 6 mm or 9 mm widths.
Material: steel or aluminum.
Advantages: shorter belt paths and higher tension increase system rigidity and allow for higher movement speeds (e.g. input shaper gains of up to +100% with AWD and an additional +50% with 9 mm belts).
🔧 Challenges and Requirements:
The metal version requires more workshop skills and specialized tools.
A compatible toolhead must be selected carefully, and system balance must be maintained — especially with AWD setups under tension.
Users may need modifications such as relocating the Z-chain (Voron 2.4) or adjusting mounting brackets (Trident).
🌐 Community and Use Cases:
This project is frequently recommended on VORON forums. It serves as a base for AWD mods, toolchangers, and large-format VV/Trident builds.
On Reddit's r/VORONDesign, users praise Monolith for its modularity and performance improvements, particularly noticeable in input shaper tuning.
💙 Supporting the Creator:
For every kit sold by Hobby Store, we share a small portion of the price with CloakedWayne, the project's author. Without his work, this gantry wouldn’t exist — let’s support and respect open-source creators!
🔍 Summary:
The kit includes:
CNC laser-cut steel plates, threaded and countersunk where required
Threaded and non-threaded spacers as specified in the project BOM
Steel shafts as specified in the project BOM
Springs as specified in the project BOM
The kit does NOT include:
Bearings
Pulleys
Mounting screws
The steel motor mount components and front idler brackets (in the 2WD option) are 3 mm thick instead of the 5 mm originally designed. The project assumes aluminum parts — steel plates do not need to be that thick. Please keep this in mind when selecting mounting screws!
Monolith_Gantry_V2‑VT is a high-end gantry upgrade for Voron 2.4 and Trident that offers excellent acceleration, increased stiffness, and metal part options. It does require careful installation, toolhead compatibility, and technical experience. If you’re looking for top-tier performance and enjoy engaging with open-source communities, this is a powerful way to upgrade your printer platform.
