Robo3D Y Axis Cable Chain by galaxius

Last crawled date: 3 years ago

I remixed the ends to suit the smooth rod bed upgrade by tonycstech here http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:439036
EDIT: Added pillow block end for the R1 bed (untested).
EDIT: If printed in PLA some sort of under bed insulation is required if using the bed heated.
I've included the original chain link for completeness. I added an extra fixing hole for the base end to ensure it doesn't swivel, which also means it doesn't have to be mounted hard against the smooth rod bearing housing. The pillow block end's bracket is designed to mount to the underside of the Y Axis pillow block. Ensure you print enough links that the bed can move it's complete travel distance.
The cable hole in the base is 10mm. When you drill the hole make sure you start with a 2 or 3mm bit and work your way up to 10mm in 1-2mm increments.
Printed in PLA with 3 perimeters, 3 top/bottom layers, 20% infill, and no support.
You will need 4x 6mm or 8mm M3 bolts for fixing the ends and kapton tape for re-positioning the bed wires. These are the plugs and wire I purchased, the wire I bought in red and black:http://hobbyking.com.au/hobbyking/store/__9572__Nylon_XT60_Connectors_Male_Female_5_pairs_GENUINE.htmlhttp://hobbyking.com.au/hobbyking/store/__19433__HXT_2mm_Gold_Connector_w_Protector_10pcs_set_.htmlhttp://hobbyking.com.au/hobbyking/store/__9681__Turnigy_Pure_Silicone_Wire_16AWG_1mtr_Red.htmlhttp://hobbyking.com.au/hobbyking/store/__10937__Turnigy_Pure_Silicone_Wire_24AWG_1mtr_Red.html