voron

Voron is a term with multiple references. In Slavic languages, voron (Russian: ворон) denotes the raven and is used as a surname in Russian- and Ukrainian-speaking areas. The word’s use as a personal name and its cultural associations extend through various contexts in the region.

In modern maker culture, Voron is best known as the name of a family of open-source 3D printers developed by an international community. The project publishes CAD models, parts lists, firmware configurations, and assembly guides on public repositories, enabling individuals to build high-performance machines at a range of budgets.

Printers in the Voron family are designed for rigidity and precision, typically built from aluminum extrusion frames and linear motion components. Configurations vary and may include CoreXY and Cartesian layouts, with many designs offering enclosure options to improve print quality and safety. The project emphasizes modularity, upgradeability, and the use of standard components where possible, allowing builders to tailor machines to their needs.

Because Voron is community-driven and released under open-source licenses, users can modify the designs, source compatible parts from multiple vendors, and share build logs and improvements. The initiative has contributed to open hardware culture by providing detailed, transparent designs and a collaborative ecosystem that spans hobbyists and professionals around the world.