Designed a few parts needed to attach a cable chain, similar to the one seen on the X1. The chain helps keep the USB cable and PTFE tube completely inside the P1P, which is needed if you're going to use a covered top like the glass lid on the X1, also just like the way it looks!
Latest Update
All previous updates will be posted at the bottom.
Update (5/9/2023)
*Updated File - Cable_Chain_Frame_Adapter_Front_2C to 3C
Added a 2 degree incline to the chain, which should help further prevent sagging.
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Print Settings
DO NOT USE PLA, IT WILL BREAK. Please use PETG, ASA, PLA+ , etc.
I used Polylite Pro PLA+, eSun PLA+, Overture PETG
Quality
Please see build plate file.
Support
Please see build plate file.
Other
Bed adhesion - use brim if you're having adhesion issues
* To remove the supports for 4A, grab the bottom of the support that printed on the bed and pull it outwards and upwards, you'll need to use some force but it wont break anything.
Attach the male end of the chain to 4A, open all the side brackets on the chain and put the cable in, close it up.
Snap 2B ( the clip) onto one of the chain links and push the PTFE tube in ( I have it on the 11th link) .
I purposefully left the clip wider then the tube. During some testing it definitely seemed like the tube needed to be free of constraints ( especially in back right corner of the frame). The fit is tight as the clip needs to stay in place. I clipped it on horizontally then rotated it vertically
Lastly, attached 3E
Make sure to recalibrate after the chain is installed.
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Previous Updates
Update (4/25/2023)
*Added file - USB_Cable_Cover_Hygrometer
Per @xXSMOGXx recommendation I added a cable cover version that can hold a hygrometer
*Updated file - Cable_Chain_Housing_Adapter_2A to Cable_Chain_Housing_Adapter_3A.
Reworked the tolerances to be a tighter fit between the printhead and adapter. Substantial improvement over 2A as it reduces sag in the chain, almost none now. Because the tolerances are tighter, there is a small “break in” period ( ~30 minute print) for the part to loosen and rotate more freely.
Added additional support to keep the chain bending radius at 18mm. “They are designed for specific bends and such as to not harm the cable, if you design a chain wrong it could damage the cable more than not using one at all.” . 2A included this but I added another stop which subsequently increased the rigidity of the part.
Increased the rings thickness slightly for additional strength and added small groves for easier assembly / removal of the chain.
*Updated file - USB_Cable_Cover_1E to USB_Cable_Cover_2E
Users were stating the fit was unessecerally tight so I reworked it to go into place easier.
*Updated print settings for P1P OTA version 01.01.01.00
Update (1/11/2023)
*Updated file - Cable_Chain_Housing_Adapter_1A to Cable_Chain_Housing_Adapter_2A.
Previously file 1A was able to rotate freely at both connection points. File 2A corrects this by adding a bend radius constraint of 18mm between itself and the cable chain. Without this the cable could overbend.
Added file - USB_Cable_Cover_1E
Covers the cable chain connection point to the frame and USB cable.
Added file - Cable_Chain_Frame_Adapter_Inserts
Alternate version of 1D that uses threaded inserts instead of washers/nuts.
really realy hard to use after print. I had to reprint it 5 times cause every time I tried to install it the parts breaks. I had to adjust a couple of things in the slicer to make it fit. If the printer moves to the right front of the PEI the things looks like they are not as hard fixed as they should. the hole Chain Project for the p1p is a pain in the ass...
yes its bothersome. But thats bc its not mounted correctly at the head. To mount it correctly you have to take the back cover of the toolhead, and place it inside. I updated my P1P with the enclosure kit and thats how its done then.
Love it! printed great and works perfectly! After relocating my filament to a shelf above the printer, the cable was sagging and hitting the bed.
PETG used and all links move super easily.