January 26, 2023
Description
First of all: you don't have to be a cabinet maker, anyone with a jigsaw, basic tools and some spare time can do it, especially now that all the drawings, Fusion 360 and STEP files are included.
The box is the same size as the original from printer-box.com and most parts can be simply downloaded from their website, all additional new parts are included in the Files section.
Although the original box is for a Prusa printer, this box is parametric so you can change the dimensions to fit other brands. In that case some parts are updated automatically e.g. glass, others you have to adjust yourself e.g. LED strip, cable management, etc..
Besides a number of mods such as a modular control panel with RPI4 & Waveshare 5" DSI, LED lights, Logitech 930c webcam, motherboard and PSU cooling controlled by Octoprint, this box has non-common features. It has:
Note: the included Fusion 360 and STEP file has the original 2mm acrylic glass and hinges. Be sure to select the right hinges (the original 2mm, 3mm or 4mm glass) in the Files section. You have to change the door lock when glass other then 3mm is used.
STL's load right up in your slicer.
The filament guide has a built-in support that you have to remove after printing.
Paint used: Gamma Happy A-01 (IG HA A-01)
Filament: Azure Film PETG blue (FG171-5015)
Happy building!
License:
Creative Commons — Attribution — Noncommercial — Share Alike
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