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Monoprice / Wanhao Duplicator i3 upgrade - replacement x-axis cable drag chain starter link by rasarmg
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A replacement x-axis cable drag chain (wire carrier) starter link for the Monoprice Maker Select 3D Printer (re-branded Wanhao Duplicator i3). The standard link attaches in a position that creates an undesirable angle and slight vertical stress in the drag chain.
There are (at least three) other designs here that address this same issue, however, each require additional mounting hardware:
by Drazen, published Jun 17, 2015 by Antscran, published Feb 17, 2016 by 802, published Mar 16, 2016
This design completely replaces the first link of the x-axis cable drag chain, re-uses the existing stock screws, and has the appropriate offset built-into the printed starter link itself. Other than the print, no other parts are required.
There are (at least three) other designs here that address this same issue, however, each require additional mounting hardware:
by Drazen, published Jun 17, 2015 by Antscran, published Feb 17, 2016 by 802, published Mar 16, 2016
This design completely replaces the first link of the x-axis cable drag chain, re-uses the existing stock screws, and has the appropriate offset built-into the printed starter link itself. Other than the print, no other parts are required.