Silica gel container

In order to keep my filaments nice and dry, I needed a container unit in the AMS. I found several solutions but in the end I made the one that best suited my needs. The design is based on a recycled Sunlu filament spool. The baskets are placed in it and can then be placed in the AMS. I would like to use my existing Sunlu S2 dryer for this purpose but did not work properly. I could not dry it perfectly with the indicator silica gelt. It could be that the silica I used was not tolerated or the dryer did not let the vapour out, but I am sure this will be investigated and a solution will be found to improve the SUNLU S2 dryer. I don't like it, but microwave drying is still the most efficient. I put it on a large surface microwavable glass plate and heat it for 45 seconds on the defrost function. I let it cool and stir a few times. I repeat this process 3 times. Wash the tools used very carefully and leave the microwave door open to let it air out properly.

Usage:

Just a few pictures will show you how to install it.

Assembly:

To install the pins, you may need a 3mm drill bit to deburr the holes from the inside. Unfortunately, this is unavoidable, as a seam will form in the holes and at such a small size this will interfere with the fit.  The pins should be fixed strongly in place so use a drop of super glue if necessary.