Beefy Y/Z joint for LowRider2 CNC
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This is a beefier replacement for the [LowRider2 CNC](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3026040). It replaces 5 parts with a single part. I found the original piece frustrating to build and use. With every respect to Ryan for his original design and generousity in sharing it, * I never had enough fingers to get those little spacer pieces in. * The shape that is supposed to capture the nuts that go on the long screws doesn’t work with metric nuts, so it is very hard to tighten them. You need to use pliers or a screwdriver to jam the Nylok nuts so they won’t turn. * I broke one of my big pieces from normal use and stresses due to my last point. * It didn’t seem to contribute much to rigidity considering what a critical part it is. * There are 5 pieces and 8 screws/nuts to assemble, including asymmetrical pieces to keep track of. **Advantages:** * One piece, no additional hardware. * Quick assembly. * Stronger, more rigid. * Symmetrical, with the zip tie channels on all corners. * Prints without supports. Some of the design goals contradict with Ryan’s. This isn’t for everybody. * Saving filament was not a design goal. With 3mm walls and 25% infill it uses about 300g. * It is larger than 200mm long, so a larger printer is required. * Time to print also wasn’t high on my list. My larger printer takes 8 hours with a 1mm nozzle, that would be the better part of a day with the common 0.4mm. Once you have printed them (you will need 2), installation is simple. * It is a modelled with a slip fit knowing that would result in a slight interference fit. To install, heat the end of the pipe with a propane torch for about 3 seconds. With a little force it should slip right in, and stay permanently. * You can drill your tube and run a screw through the provided hole to secure it if you want. * Attach your belt using zipties in the provided slots.
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