6B. Spool holder assembly

Relevant for:

MINI+

Last updated 2 years ago

Difficulty

Very easy

Steps

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Step 1 Tools necessary for this chapter

⬢For this chapter please prepare:

⬢2.5mm Allen key

Step 2 Spool holder: parts preparation

All the printed parts and fasteners needed for this chapter are included in the box: Print head & Heatbed

⬢For the next steps, please prepare:

⬢MINI-base-spool-holder (4x)

⬢MINI-rail-spool-holder (2x)

⬢M3x12 screw (4x)

⬢M3x8 screw (4x)

⬢M3n nut (4x)

The list continues in the next step...

Step 3 Spool holder: parts preparation

⬢For the following steps, please prepare:

⬢Bearing 608Z (4x)

⬢Anti-vibration pad (4x)

Step 4 Assembling the spool holder base(s)

⬢Take two of the BASE parts and insert the M3n nuts into the holes in both of them - see the picture (they are identical). If you can't push them in, insert a screw from the opposite side to pull them in.

⬢Flip one of the BASE parts and insert two bearings in it.

⬢Put the second BASE part on top of the bearings.

⬢Insert the M3x12 screw from the top and tighten it. Flip the base assembly over and do the same.

⬢Make sure both bearings can rotate freely. If not, release the screw(s) slightly.

⬢Repeat this step for the second base assembly.

Step 5 Adding the spool holder rails

⬢Slide both rails in the first base assembly, use the grooves. Align the rail with the edge of the base.

⬢Secure the first base with two M3x8 screws. Use a reasonable force during the tightening.

⬢Slide the second base onto the rails. The exact position is not important at this point - we will adjust it in the next step.

Step 6 Adjusting the spool holder width

⬢Place a spool of the filament you wish to use in the spool holder. Align the second base to match the size of the spool. We are using a spool of Prusament as an example.

⬢Once the holder is aligned, remove the spool, insert two M3x8 screws and tighten them to prevent the parts from moving.