Cable chain Rev2 (Slightly Updated cable chain setup) (Patreon)

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Very latest revisions of this is included with the ApolloLander project

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The last piece of the X chain which is printed, has a screw at an angle which makes it easier to install/remove even with cables installed. This is the "major" upgrade to this

All the heat insert holes are updated with the new heat insert hole pattern which allows M3x4mm(length)x5mmOD & M3x4mm(length)x4.6mmOD

The motor block now has a second model moving the switch 5mm left for slightly more move toward the left

If you use that model you will likely need to change those settings, so that the nozzle at coordinate 0,0 is over the bed (tweak the values as needed, but have them match)

[stepper_x]

position_endstop: -5

position_min: -5

The Z chain bottom pieces, has both M3 and M4 T-nut options (you can keep using your current ones)

An alternative chain setup where the chain goes toward the back instead of front (untested, but should work, unless the X motor is in the way)

The chain mount on the Apollo side, is taller and skinnier, to allow extra X movement to the right (when using my X tensioner), but also is less stressful on the wires, as it allows a larger chain corner radius  (this was already posted with the X tensioner, but should replace any old ones that are not this tall model)

For convenience:

File also includes Reverse bowden pieces (mini clip and M6 pneumatic fitting)

File also include BTT Smart filament sensor mount (also used as a reversed bowden) Aliexpress ~ Amazon 

File also includes Sunlu filament dryer piece for reverse bowden

STEP file in zip

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Where to buy (this is the same model as before)

Befenybay R18 - Internal Size 10X11mm - Outside Open - amazon

Befenybay R18 - Internal Size 10X15mm - Outside Open - amazon

Can also be found on aliexpress

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A few other notes:

Threaded heat inserts:

M3x4mm(length)x5mmOD

Or

M3x4mm(length)x4.6mmOD

The X motor block here doesn't use stock screws, but instead uses M3x35

Highly recommend printing the left printed X chain link attached to the X motor block in PETG to allow some flex, PLA tends to break under flex.

Highly recommend printing the motor block in PETG or other heat resistant Filament, just in case the motor runs hot, generally should be fine in PLA, so this is just to play it safe

This X motor block allow motor upgrade with standard 24mm shaft