April 12, 2026
Description
There are 4 different options: 2 simple inserts, and 2 one-piece designs that raise the printer.
The stiffening feet inserts are a great first mod, without the need for tools, experience or fancy print settings. Simply print 4 inserts and press them into the feet of the printer. It couldn't be any easier. This will eliminate the excess slop that can cause folding / buckling. The end result is better quality prints (less VFA) and higher max accelerations (due to the input shaper not having to cut as aggressively). This can be fine tuned by changing the settings or filament. Below are the settings I used:
Orca slicer: Press Q or look for the auto-orientation button
Creality Print: look for the auto-orientation button
VERSION | DESCRIPTION | PRINTING NOTES |
|---|---|---|
V1 | Simple insert | PLA, 2 walls, 15% honeycomb, no support |
V2 | Prevents the feet from falling off | Same as above, print upside down |
V3 | Complete one-piece foot which won't fall off | Use TPU, 2 walls, 15% honeycomb, support |
V4 | Same as V3 with less support required | Use TPU, 2 walls, 15% honeycomb, support |
3DPHUB.NETINPUT SHAPER BEFORE / AFTER COMPARISON (DELTA = IMPROVEMENT)Results provided by Paperthin | Stock feet | With inserts | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
Max acceleration X (V1) | 12000 @ 63.8 Hz | 12600 @ 65.4 Hz | 5% |
Max acceleration Y (V1) | 11300 @ 61.8 Hz | 14700 @ 61.4 Hz | 30% |
Purcell bad stock K1 MAX | Stock feet | With inserts | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
Max acceleration X (V1) | 5400 @ 42.8 Hz | 5900 @ 44.6 Hz | 9.26% |
Max acceleration Y (V1) | 5600 @ 43.6 Hz | 5800 @ 44.2 Hz | 3.57% |
License:
Standard Digital File License
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