Python - Silica Gel Box

Notice!

This is only compatible with Python for the original AMS. Please view my other designs for designs supporting other AMS systems, there are plenty.

About

This is a set of front mounted Silica Gel Boxes for the Python to keep the moisture in the enclosure at a minimum. They slide into the front dovetails of Python.

A “normal” Python setup with four spools use three Silica Gel Boxes.

Notice: It is not compatible with a stock AMS setup.

The pictures below are from an earlier version of the boxes but they're basically the same except the lid and locking mechanism with a printed M14 screw.

One box can hold around 110 g of undried silica gel. It's a good idea to use the optional funnel when filling it.

A set of three filled to the brim with undried silica gel is around 430 g.

Print settings

All parts print without supports and it uses a sliding lid. The funnel is optional but makes loading much easier.

BOM - Bill of materials

Silica gel beads. 

• 500 g Silica Gel Beads

For the Hygrometer box you also need a small round hygrometer (mini) with a 41 mm diameter which you can pick up from AliExpress for example. I bought a bunch since they're so cheap:

• Mini Digital LCD Thermometer Hygrometer (Round)
• Mini Digital LCD Thermometer Hygrometer (Rectangular)

Optional

I highly recommend these Nano Coated Helical Extruder Gears from FYSETC, I use them for all my Bambu printers, they're inexpensive and offer a number of improvements of the stock gears:

• Extruder Gear for Bambu X1/P1P/P1S CNC Nano Coating