PrintrBot Simple Custom Y/Z Mod
MechanizedMedic
Filename | Downloads | Size | Uploaded | |
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IMG_20140715_202713.jpg | 1861 | 2.2 MB | on 17/7/14 | Download |
IMG_20140715_203357.jpg | 1898 | 2.2 MB | on 17/7/14 | Download |
YZ_MainPlate_v2.stl | 1635 | 212 kB | on 17/7/14 | Download |
Y_EndPlate.stl | 1550 | 73 kB | on 17/7/14 | Download |
Y_HotendPlate_String.stl | 1687 | 71 kB | on 17/7/14 | Download |
Y_HotendPlate_Belt.stl | 1766 | 63 kB | on 17/7/14 | Download |
HotendClamp.stl | 1606 | 29 kB | on 17/7/14 | Download |
BearingButton.stl | 1630 | 26 kB | on 17/7/14 | Download |
StringTensioner.stl | 1600 | 21 kB | on 17/7/14 | Download |
BeltTensioner.stl | 1708 | 16 kB | on 17/7/14 | Download |
yz_mod_assembly.fcstd | 977 | 197 kB | on 19/11/14 | Download |
yz_mainplate_v2.fcstd | 869 | 824 kB | on 19/11/14 | Download |
y_hotendplate_v1.fcstd | 874 | 175 kB | on 19/11/14 | Download |
y_endstopplate_v1.fcstd | 871 | 233 kB | on 19/11/14 | Download |
Description
This mod is designed around using a bowden extruder to reduce sagging and increase responsiveness/speed. I also liked the idea of moving the Y-axis rods closer to the hotend and Z-axis lead screw to make the mechanical assemblies closer together. I have only tested this in a belt drive configuration, but the files are there to use good 'ol string too.
Instructions
This is a BETA design and has the following known issues. (Please report your issues and I will try to fix them as well.):
- The Z-screw is VERY close to the rear bearings. I had to modify the part to move the delrin nut and gain enough clearance.
- If you have a hotend that is shorter than the Ubis (like my E3Dv6) you will need to swap your Y & Z motors so that the Z-coupler is lower. Otherwise, the bearing will hit the coupler before the Z-axis is fully homed.
- The tensioners that I designed are crap. I encourage you to find better ones that will fit, as I have done.
- The clamps that hold the end plates to the Y-axis rods will crack if you do not use washers and/or you over tighten.
- If you print this in PLA you will probably need a fan to keep the extruder motor from melting the mounting flange... I learned the hard way.
License
Creative Commons - GNU GPL
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