PTFE/Filament Cable Guide Plate by Shortfin3D

Shortfin3D

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P1S

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X1E

STANDARD PETG 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% gyroid infill

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2.9 h

1 plate

4.8(8)

STANDARD PLA 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Designer

2.3 h

1 plate

5.0(5)

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Description

INFO NOTE: Some of the newer (late 2023) X1C and P1S printers are coming with rubber and tape over the offending screws and parts that cut the PTFE tube. The model is designed around older machines that don't have this so be wise in your decision to print this. I'm not liable for your printer if you choose to remove factory features.

BUILD NOTE: Some people have reported the model does not print all the way vertically. I would be checking you do not have something obstructing the build plate from it's full home position. The model is 245mm long so will use almost the whole build height.

DISCLAIMER: I only have one P1Smachine to test on and have allowed some wiggle room for small differences in printers but can't guarantee it will be perfect for every printer. You could use the STEP file to make adjustments if needed, or leave some friendly feedback and I'll tweak what I can!

Model Info:

This part is designed to allow the cable chain and filament PTFE tube to glide smoothly under the edge of the frame while the top glass lid is in place. I noticed that most of the wearing and noise was coming from when the cable caught on the sharp frame edge and screws that poke through the frame.

The part has been designed to slot into place with a tongue which locates on some screws at the back of the frame and secure in place using an existing screw in the frame to save using glue or tape. Refer to the pictures for some direction on installing.

I have tested this part with many hours and seems to alleviate noise and wearing on the cable. If you have a riser or don't use the top glass lid then this issue and part may not be applicable to you.

I've provided a profile for PETG which I would say is the minimum material you would want to use, assuming that you want a heated chamber. ABS or ASA could be another option. I have also provided STL and STEP files. I found printing the part vertically gave it the smoothest surface for the cable to slide on but it's possible to print flat if you have trouble with it.

The part is designed with 1.2mm walls so should print equally accurate for 0.4 and 0.6 nozzles.

Comment & Rating (24)

@Sccp1942

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STANDARD PETG 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% gyroid infill

I was about to make this part when I found this file it's a must have

@dallasstarsfan

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STANDARD PETG 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% gyroid infill

was planning on making something to cover the middle top screw until I found this. cleaner than the foam tape I had applied to the rails previously to cover the rear side screw hole that kept catching.

@vipertech17

printed vertically and had to stop print right at the end for some reason part is to tall? printer on p1s with textured build plate using brim. still works and is a great part. Appreciate you making this for us, great job. i have three printers and printing second one now laying down on build plate. lets see what happens. Again thank you

The designer has replied

@Shortfin3D

That's very strange! Those settings seem ok to me. The model is 245mm long and definitely fits vertically inside the P1S build volume. Maybe the slicer scaled it up for some reason? I did a double check of the model file and seems ok but apologies if it is somehow a setting I've missed.

@vipertech17

Replying to @Shortfin3D :

got a second one printing now, first one still worked great. I brought the model back into the slicer just incase something was changed. so far so good.

@vipertech17

Replying to @vipertech17 :

found out what the issue was. Bambu studio under printer profile the default z height is 250, changed it to 256 and no issues.

@Sccp1942

mine has some kind of tape covering that screw I can barely feel it does it wear away after a bit I was more concerned with the screw the hole is cut out for

The designer has replied

@Sccp1942

I had my tube too long and it was hitting in there so I shorten the tube but I still plan on making this part

@Shortfin3D

Hi! From my testing I found the problem screw is the one that points down vertical from the top of the frame as well as the edge of the frame itself being sharp enough to cut the tube. The side screw doesn't seem to cause any interference with the tube which is why I just made a hole rather than cover it up. Maybe Bambu have started putting tape on newer machines to try mitigate the tube catching.

@Sccp1942

ok I printed it and put it on it works great and yeah mine has a rubber or something kind of tape

@detLAN

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STANDARD PETG 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% gyroid infill

Except for the small tongue, the part was printed well. Unfortunately, even a second pressure only works up to the tongue. The screw shown in your second picture is already covered with something soft at the factory. The screw shown in the third picture does not exist on my X1C (4th quarter of 2023). Here the rail is covered with a rubber. However, I was able to find white abrasion, probably from the PTFE, which is why I don't think your approach is bad.

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The designer has replied

@Shortfin3D

Thanks for the feedback, it seems Bambu may have changed some settings around build volume and hence the tongue isn't printing. Double check you have the full 250mm build volume height enabled. The part is 245mm long. I may have to reduce the length if they've shortened the build volume. I only have one P1S printer to work off. It's up to you to assess if the part will work with your printer, I can't be held liable for changes the factory have now made to address the issue.

@detLAN

Replying to @Shortfin3D :

Thanks for your support. I have not changed the settings for my printer. It's interesting, however, that the height is "only" 250 mm, when it should actually be 256. When I get the chance, I'll test what happens if I change the value from 250 to 256.

@LimeGuy

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STANDARD PLA 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Very nice print... Worked well, and looks great...

@k.brown241

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STANDARD PLA 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

@Soulcatcha

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STANDARD PETG 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% gyroid infill

works and fits great, thanks!

@JonathanMark

Printed two of these vertically using Sunlu Black PETG on my P1S. A little fiddly to install but once they went in they look like they were always meant to be there and I noticed a difference right away eliminating that noise when the tube was hitting the metal previously. Thank you!