A1 Top Arm Swinging PTFE Guide

A1 Top Arm Swinging PTFE Guide

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Original Base + Original Arm
Original Base + Original Arm
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Base with Bump Stop + Arm with Split Ring
Base with Bump Stop + Arm with Split Ring
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Original Base + Arm with Split Ring
Original Base + Arm with Split Ring
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Base with Bump Stop + Original Arm
Base with Bump Stop + Original Arm
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IMPORTANT. Once fitted it is important to check that there are no collisions or parts catching or getting over tensioned during the normal motion of the print head. Manually drive the print head to the extremes of both the X and Z axes checking for any problems.

In my setup the arm is positioned on the far right of the top rail and only supports the PTFE tubes. My hotend cable is supported using https://makerworld.com/en/models/465086#profileId-373859 

 

Edit. I have had a couple of reports that the dovetails are too tight on the clamp locking piece. There is clearance built into the model  but the fit is deliberately tight. It SHOULD slide in with just finger pressure. If your print doesn't then a little sanding will be needed. It's tight so that it doesn't wobble/vibrate out in use. Check the fit before trying to attach to the printer,

 

Also the original base is the one to use in most standard setups. If you find that the arm swings down too low and doesn't come back up in use then try the version with the bump stop. The AMSLite position and orientation as well as PTFE tube length and twist/curve all seem to have an effect.

 

I got fed up of the PTFE guide tubes slumping forward and down so set out to find a guide for them. All of the ones I found didn't really do it for me so I fired up Fusion to make my own. The arm swings up and down to allow for free movement of the tubes.

 

I did see the dovetail method of holding on to the top bar but I can't remember where. If it was your model please let me know so I can acknowledge you.

 

Requires one M3x20 machine screw for the pivot point. Slightly shorter should work fine instead. It threads into a 2.5mm hole. I ran an M3 tap through first. Do not fully tighten the screw, it should be done up enough to stop any side to side movement of the arm but still allow it to swing up and down.

 

As so many people were splitting the ring on the arm to simplify installation I modelled an arm with the ring split. 

 

Ozzie (@user_3814793868) added a bump stop on the base to stop the arm from dropping too low in his setup. This seemed like a good idea so after asking him if he minds I have created another base that has a bump stop that only allows the arm to swing down to 15 degrees above horizontal. This is about the lowest that the arm gets to on my setup and looks similar to his version. I have my AMS a bit further away from the printer that normal with longer PTFE tubes and he has his AMS mounted vertically so neither are “normal” setups. The original base seems to work well in most cases. 

 

The model is parametric so if you would like a bump stop at a different angle please send me a message and I will see what I can do. Also arm length changes can be easily done. 

 

To keep things simple I have now made 4 profiles available.

The first is my original base without the bump stop and original arm without the split in the ring.
The second is my original base without bump stop and the arm with the split in the ring.
The third is the base with the bump stop and the original arm without the split in the ring.
The fourth is the base with the bump stop and the arm with the split in the ring.

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Queda excelente. Muchas gracias.
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I like this version with the small opening in the top. Perfect!! How did you do this? Is there a different model that I can use? Or did you just use a blade and a file?
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Replying to @AllenMD :
I can upload a version of the arm that is like that if you would like?
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Replying to @Grebby :
Hello Grebby! That is very kind of you to offer. I have already used a dremmel rotary blade to make a small notch in the one that I printed. But someone else my enjoy printing your version. It's really a clever and useful modification. 👍️
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Great design: fit first time with no sanding or filing and accuracy is spot on!
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I see you have the hotend cable routed through the arm as well as the PTFE tubes. Have you checked that you can get the print head all the way down to the bed and as far left as it will go without stressing anything? I don't run the cable through the arm in my setup. Thank you for the nice comment.
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Replying to @Grebby :
worked really nicely until unscheduled disassembly
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Replying to @Grebby :
The unscheduled disassembly left me with the neatest fidget device: that nicely fitting keyway plus the rotating arm!
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Original Base + Original Arm
Printed well, I shortened the arm due to how I'm routing the PTFE tubes and added a small split in the ring for easier access. Great work!
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Thank you :) Is your AMS printing straight from the dry boxes?
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Replying to @Grebby :
Oh, no not yet at least haha. Those are just dry storage and live there since I switched to a vertical AMS mounting. I also added an enclosure to the AMS and want to add a mount near the 5th spool holder to hold a drybox to print from but one thing at a time lol.
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Replying to @tinnvec :
Hi, where u get the cover n vertical mount file, what name of u put the filament box..
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Fantastic project, congratulations. I am one of the many who made the ring cut (I saw the appropriate file later). I had to shorten the arm and make it mobile that follows the PTFE cables. with your permission I would like to upload the file to my profile and mention you 😁 I gave you the boost for the project! Compliments.
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Sure, go ahead.
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Can you pleased share the arm that you modified? I need one just like yours. Thanks!
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Replying to @user_3814793868 :
Hi, of course I'll upload it in the evening, I wasn't able to anymore because I was away. I'll send you a PM as soon as I send it.
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Original Base + Original Arm
I like it
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You have it mounted backwards. The print head will run into it when it's in the top right extreme of travel.
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Replying to @Grebby :
do u have a pic of yours please
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Replying to @Grebby :
ok just seen the pic will fix
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Very useful mod to my A1. I changed the arm clamp very slightly. I added a bump stop so the arm can only lower so much. This keeps the PTFE tubes from sagging too much when the nozzle is at the bed.
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Great idea. It's not a problem I've had but then I noticed that you have your AMS upright. That probably alters the forces on the PTFE tube etc. Do you mind if I add something similar to my design?
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Replying to @Grebby :
I don't mind at all. That's why we're all here, to help each other. :)
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Replying to @user_3814793868 :
Thank you. I'll go have a play in fusion and pop another profile up here with the limit stop added.
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Original Base + Original Arm
molto utile
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Thank you :)
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This is superb!
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Thank you :)
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Replying to @Grebby :
:) I find it better than any of the cable chains, this achieves the same result (maybe even better result) with far less material and clunk.
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Base with Bump Stop + Arm with Split Ring
Excellent, I've achieved a near-perfect setup, though the head cable still isn't working perfectly... but the print is magnificent Thank you
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Thank you :) The head cable guide that I use is https://makerworld.com/en/models/465086#profileId-373859. I find it works brilliantly.
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Replying to @Grebby :
I'll try this mod and see how it goes
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Original Base + Arm with Split Ring
Work very well!
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Is the arm held stationary by the screw? It should be free to swing up and down. I would also recommend positioning it fully to the side as shown in the pictures.
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