April 13, 2026
Description
The Kobra X is an awesome little printer but the lighting is super lacking! I decided to tackle that with a simple and effective led light bar.
This model is now updated to version 2! Version 2 moves the mounting points or the lightbar arms to the back of the gantry, allowing for the maximum z height as well it acts as a clamp for the top of @Jeff_4034832 awesome side spool mounts! If you haven't installed those yet I highly recommend it. side spool mounts-
https://www.makeronline.com/en/model/Kobra%20X%20Side%20Spool%20Mount/279141.html?trackModuleType=8
Version 2 also has a slot where you can insert your led strip and have it run well in the channel.
Assembly-
If you pick the heatset insert version to assemble it you will need to install 2 heat inserts 1 into each z clip mount(print 2 if you do not use the 3mf) they are made for standard voron inserts m3x4x5.
If you choose the m3 hex nut z clip version simply insert an m3 hex nut into the back of the z mount.
Then you will attach the 2 half's of your lightbar together and I recommend a drop of ca superglue on the tab to make sure they stay attached. THis is also a good time to insert your led strip through the hole on the right side and runs your strip and wire in the provided channel.
I have also added a snap on Diffuser as well now, print it in a clear PETG PCTG or PLA! This also strengthens the light bar making it a bit stiffer.
Here is a link to the led strip I used https://a.co/d/0a6pcNCp
If that link does not work just search for 8mm cob usb led strip.
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License:
Creative Commons — Attribution — Noncommercial — NoDerivatives
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