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[v2.0] Prusa i3 X-axis lead screw upgrade

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3D model size X 78 Γ— Y 74 Γ— Z 24 mm
Publication date 2022-12-18 at 18:47
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Published to Thingiverse on: 2015-07-13 at 10:33
Design number 968261

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3D model description

Next stage of our printer's "evolution." Fully redesigned the leadscrew upgrade off the original Prusa frame onto a more sturdy and spacious 15mm aluminum extrusion frame, 600mmΒ³, fully enclosed with doors (polycarbonate enclosure not in photos).


We begin this Thing post with a working X-Carriage:

  • Compatible with our previous Prusa-frame based X-axis lead screw upgrade design published here (http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:641033).
  • Designed with a common 24mm CL-to-CL hole spacing for hot-end mount
  • Two mount points available for mount height versatility.

3D printing settings

Print with infill [>50%]

Optimized layer height [.2mm]

ABS Recommended

Align and zip-tie the linear bearings/bushings

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