Prusa Research Prusa i3 MK3/S/+ to MK3.9S Upgrade Kit - Silver PSU - 2+3 Screws (Power Cable Connected With Screws)
Bring your trusted Original Prusa i3 MK3/S/+ up to the latest generation with Prusa’s official upgrade kits: MK3.5S, MK3.9S, and MK4S. All three options are designed to reuse key parts of your existing printer (such as the frame and power supply, depending on the kit) while adding modern electronics and performance-focused improvements, letting you choose the best balance of features and cost.
- 32-bit xBuddy board.
- Metal xBuddy case and cover included.
- All upgrade kits support the MMU3.
- Automatic mesh bed leveling.
- Advanced sensors.
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Prusa Original Prusa i3 MK3/S/+ to MK3.5S, MK3.9S, or MK4S Upgrade Kit
The Most Cost-Effective Option to Upgrade
The Original Prusa i3 MK3S/+ Upgrade Kit is the most cost-effective way to enhance your MK3S/+ 3D printer. With the launch of the MK4S, Prusa has developed solutions to incorporate its features into the reliable MK3S/+, and the Upgrade Kit provides just that. Please note that this product comes as a kit, which requires self-assembly.
Key Features of the Original Prusa i3 MK3/S/+ Upgrade Kit:
- Faster 3D print speeds through native Input Shaper and Pressure Advance support, powered by the new 32-bit xBuddy electronics board.
- Color xLCD with print file previews, detailed on-screen instructions, QR code scanning, and a customizable status footer.
- Wi-Fi, LAN, and NFC come standard across all three kits, enabling wireless file transfers and remote print management through Prusa Connect.
- The MK3.9S and MK4S kits include Prusa's next-generation Nextruder.
Check Your 3D Printer Before Ordering
Please verify which power supply unit (PSU) your printer has and the version of the heatbed connector that is installed before placing your order. This information is crucial for ensuring compatibility with the upgrade.
Which PSU Does Your 3D Printer Have?
- Black PSU - Kit is compatible as is.
- Silver PSU - you will need to add a compatible wiring harness or a black PSU (in the configuration box above).
How Many Screws Does Your Heatbed Have?
- 2+3 screws (power cable connected with screws) - Kit is compatible as is.
- 2+1 screws (power cable soldered) - replacing the bed will be necessary.
Gain Speed and Maintain Quality
Every upgrade kit includes Prusa's 32-bit xBuddy electronics board, unlocking Input Shaper and Pressure Advance for dramatically faster 3D printing speeds. Prints that once ran overnight can now be finished in just a few hours — all while maintaining the same exceptional print quality.
- Input Shaper cancels frame vibrations to eliminate ghosting and ringing at high speeds.
- Pressure Advance fine-tunes extrusion for clean corners and sharp details, even on fast prints.
- Prints up to 2× faster than the original MK3S/+ with no loss in quality.
Customized Control
Every upgrade kit includes a vibrant 3.5″ color xLCD that makes navigating menus, previewing files, and managing your printer faster and more intuitive than ever.
- Preview print files, read on-screen instructions, and scan QR codes directly from the LCD.
- Customize the always-visible status footer to display the information you care about most.
- Use standard USB flash drives for G-code storage and firmware updates.
- Flash firmware remotely via Prusa Connect — or the old-fashioned way with a USB drive.
Next-Generation Extrusion
The MK3.9S and MK4S kits include Prusa's Nextruder — a completely redesigned extruder featuring an integrated load cell for automatic first-layer calibration, a quick-swap hotend, and a high-flow CHT nozzle that delivers up to 114% more flow. Combined with a high-performance 360° cooling system, you get faster prints, better overhangs, and easier maintenance.
- Integrated load cell eliminates manual Live Adjust Z — perfect first layers, every time.
- Quick-swap hotend design lets you change nozzles in seconds with two thumbscrews.
- High-flow 0.4 mm CHT nozzle enables faster printing and stronger, more durable parts.
- 360° cooling fan and shroud deliver precise airflow for improved overhang performance.
Ultra-Precise Motors for Flawless Surfaces
The MK4S kit includes high-precision 0.9°-per-step (400-step) X/Y stepper motors, specifically engineered to eliminate Vertical Fine Artifacts (VFAs) — the subtle surface imperfections visible on close inspection. The MK3.9S reuses your existing motors and gets remarkably close, but the MK4S motors are the finishing touch for truly flawless surfaces.
- MK3.9S users can purchase the precision motors separately to complete a full MK4S upgrade later.
- 0.9° per step (400 steps) delivers smoother, more precise motion on the X and Y axes.
- Eliminates VFAs (Vertical Fine Artifacts) for the smoothest possible print surfaces.
- Upgrade path available: MK3.9S owners can add precision motors later to match MK4S quality.
What Does Each Kit include?
| MK3.5S Upgrade Kit | MK3.9S Upgrade Kit | MK4S Upgrade Kit |
| PETG printed parts are NOT included! Please print them before you disassemble your MK3S/+! The filament is included in the upgrade package. | ||
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Technical Specifications
Compare Upgrade Kits
| Original Prusa i3 MK3/S/+ to MK4S Upgrade Kit | Original Prusa i3 MK3/S/+ to MK3.9S Upgrade Kit | Original Prusa i3 MK3S/+ to MK3.5S Upgrade Kit | |
| High-Performance 360° Cooling | Yes | Yes | No |
| High-Flow Nozzle | Yes | Yes | NO |
| Build Volume | 250 x 210 x 220 mm | 9.84 x 8.3 x 8.6 in | 250 x 210 x 220 mm | 9.84 x 8.3 x 8.6 in | 250 x 210 x 210 mm | 9.84 x 8.3 x 8.3 in |
| Mainboard | Custom 32-bit xBuddy electronics with STM32 | Custom 32-bit xBuddy electronics with STM32 | Custom 32-bit xBuddy electronics with STM32 |
| Stepper Drivers | Trinamic 2130 | Trinamic 2130 | Trinamic 2130 |
| Stepper Motors | Precise 0.9° X, Y stepper motors (prevents VFA) | Regular 1.8° X, Y stepper motors | Regular 1.8° X, Y stepper motors |
| MMU3 Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Extruder Electronics | Custom breakout board for connecting fans, thermistors, and other parts. | Custom breakout board for connecting fans, thermistors, and other parts. | No |
| Filament Path | Aluminum heatsink, all-metal hotend | Aluminum heatsink, all-metal hotend | Aluminum heatsink, all-metal hotend |
| Drive System | Nextruder Planetary Gear System, 10:1 gearbox ratio | Nextruder Planetary Gear System, 10:1 gearbox ratio | Direct drive |
| First Layer Calibration | Fully automatic (thanks to the Load Cell sensor) | Fully automatic (thanks to the Load Cell sensor) | Manual adjust Z |
| Quick-Swap Nozzle System | Yes | Yes | No |
| LCD Screen | 3.5″ graphic 65k color screen | 3.5″ graphic 65k color screen | 3.5″ graphic 65k color screen |
| Bed Calibration | Automatic, Mesh Bed Leveling (only on print area) | Automatic, Mesh Bed Leveling (only on print area) | Automatic, Mesh Bed Leveling |
| One-Click Printing | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Status LEDs | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Input Shaper | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Filament Sensor | Yes (built-in Hall sensor) | Yes (built-in Hall sensor) | Yes (IR) |
| Loadcell Sensor | Yes | Yes | No |
| Advanced Sensors | Filament sensor, Loadcell sensor, Power panic, 4 high-precision thermistors (genuine Semitec) + fan motors RPM monitoring | Filament sensor, Loadcell sensor, Power panic, 4 high-precision thermistors (genuine Semitec) + fan motors RPM monitoring | 3 thermistors + SuperPINDA, fan RPM sensors |
| Power Panic | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Connection | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| NFC connection | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Prusa Link | Integrated | Integrated | Integrated |
| Print Medium | USB drive / LAN / internet via Prusa Connect | USB drive / LAN / internet via Prusa Connect | USB drive / LAN / internet via Prusa Connect |
| Firmware Update Interface | USB drive | USB drive | USB drive |