July 12, 2019
Description
This is conversion from Anet A8 to Core XY inspired from Hypercube Evolution (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2254103)
Based on Hypercube Evolution but many parts are modified to fitting pipe shaped frame.
Most of parts are reused from Anet A8 printer.
And pipes are from garbage like shoe rack and Ikea stand lamp etc.
I have purchased additional parts below:
Total cost less than $30
And I have now Core XY version.
I am so exited to have it, much better quality than Anet A8.
I have attached detail photo while I am building this.
It's quite strong and doesn't shake although look shabby.
Z can be built higher if you want.
Update:
After built, I have changed to water cooling system for the nozzle part.
It's much better than original E3D V6 clone, since the 30mm fan was too small and weak.
Update Aug 8, 2019
The water cooling system has leak since the hotend part's temperature keep changes and it made crack.
So I took out water cooling system and put 40mm fans instead.
It works fine with it so far.
The quality is much better than original Anet A8.
So I am recommending to upgrade to this system.
Update on Oct 26, 2019
The frames are 16mm pi and pipe lengths are following.
X frame pipe - 330mm, 4 EA
Y frame pipe - 380mm, 4 EA
Z frame pipe - 310mm, 4 EA
Bed frame pipe: X - 200mm, 2 EA
Bed frame pipe: Y - 310mm, 2 EA
X Smooth Rod - 350mm, 2EA
Y Smooth Rod - 375mm, 2EA
Z Smooth Rod - 350mm, 4EA
Ball screw - 300mm, 2EA
Z frame and smooth rod could be longer, if you want need more build space.
Tips for assembly: If the parts are not fitting, use heat gun or hair dryer to make the parts softer and assemble it, it will be much easier than grind.
Update Nov 30, 2019
I have made chamber using table cover.
And put BL touch for better bed leveling.
Marlin configuration.h file added. This includes BL Touch configuration.
License:
Creative Commons - Attribution
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