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ZFeet - adjustable z-axis supports for RepRap
by trebhill
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This thing is a support for the z-axis smooth rods of the Prusa Mendel. Supporting the bottom side of the z-axis reduces the side-to-side wobble of the machine and produces surprisingly improved prints. In the image of the large print (part of http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:10526), I placed supports under the smooth rods about 3/4 of the way through the print, you can see the dramatic improvement.
The design uses M6 nuts and bolts to make the support adjustable. Using M6 x 18mm bolts, the f
The design uses M6 nuts and bolts to make the support adjustable. Using M6 x 18mm bolts, the f
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