Spool Holder - Lazy Susan Style
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<b>An alternative style spool holder for your 3D printer.</b> Action demo: https://gfycat.com/abandonedorangeimpala <b>UPDATE:</b> Added a holder for spool inserts. One holder can hold 6 inserts. *(I originally wanted to post the .gif here, but it seems that Thingiverse is now converting every image file to .jpeg when it is uploaded, even if the files are small.)* ___ *Note: The clearances on the turntable assembly are very tight (0.15mm). Make sure your printer is calibrated accordingly so you can avoid sanding and filing.* Tired of my current spool holding solution and how it was unable to accommodate my sample spool easily, I decided it was time to make a new one. I originally wanted to make a printer mod for my Anycubic i3 Mega that would allow me to throw a spool on a peg that was attached to the printer, but because of its current location, available resources, and available space, I was not able to accommodate that modification. After some thinking, I came up with this design for a lazy-susan style spool holder that met all of my design requirements. ___ It takes some practice to be able to unload the spools from your printer without messing it up since it is easier for the spool to unwind while it is on its side. The good news, on the other hand, is spools are **much** easier to rewind. ___ **HARDWARE:** I found some parts around the garage that are required for this project and have detailed them below. **You are able to use this without any hardware,** but you'll have increased turning resistance and the holder may slide across the table. If you choose not to use hardware, then I'd recommend applying some grease to the inner contact points, *though I haven't tested the effectiveness of this.* I've added a washer file that can be printed if you have a hard time finding washers that will work. *The effectiveness of these also hasn't been tested yet. If you end up trying, let me know how it goes.* <u>2x Washers</u> 37.6mm OD, 20.7mm ID, 3mm thick. <i>(Must have an OD < 38mm, must have an ID \> 16.5mm, must be 3mm thick<i/> <u>1x Lazy Susan Bearing</u> 32.35mm OD, 16.75mm ID, 6mm thick. <i>(Must have an OD < 38mm, must have an ID \> 16.5mm, must be 6mm thick<i/> There is some wiggle room with the thickness of the hardware, but overall internal thickness should add up to ~12mm or more (within reason). You should be able to print spacers if needed or try the printable washer file I have included with this Thing. *Again, the effectiveness of the printable washers haven't been tested.* ___ *If I don't have an insert for your spool yet, I'd be willing to make some additional files if you ask nicely and give me an accurate ID of your spool.* **Supported Spools:** - **ANYCUBIC** - **AMOLEN** - **CC3D** - **Hatchbox** - **Solutech3D** *(Also works with Paramount3D)* - **Spidermaker** - Stronghero3D *(not yet QA tested)* - **ZiRO** __ Other things of mine seen in this posting: [Fringe Science Warning Sign for 3D Printers](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3056818 "For the doomsday machine in your home office! Now with Multi-color support!") [Anycubic i3 Mega Hotend Overhaul](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3622578 "Don't ask about it!")
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