Simple i3 x-axis strain relief bracket
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##Simple i3 x-axis strain relief bracket
(for x-axis idlers with offset leadscrews)
(v1.1 update, added ability to adjust arm lengths in the scad file)
(v1.2 update improved customizer support)
A design flaw in many Prusa i3 X-axis setups is when tightening the x-axis timing belt, the tension pulls on the z-axis straight rods and leadscrews, pulling the leadscrews off vertical and possibly bending the z-rods.
One solution is to print a complete new x-axis setup with tensioners that lo
(for x-axis idlers with offset leadscrews)
(v1.1 update, added ability to adjust arm lengths in the scad file)
(v1.2 update improved customizer support)
A design flaw in many Prusa i3 X-axis setups is when tightening the x-axis timing belt, the tension pulls on the z-axis straight rods and leadscrews, pulling the leadscrews off vertical and possibly bending the z-rods.
One solution is to print a complete new x-axis setup with tensioners that lo
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