Hands-free PTFE remover tool for A1 series

Hands-free PTFE remover tool for A1 series

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Hands free PTFE tool
Hands free PTFE tool
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I was searching for something to help me remove the 4 PTFE tubes on top of the extruder and all the models that I tried were very hard to operate and sometimes even not working at all.

Came up with the idea to make one that once in place doesn't require force or fingers to hold the release for the PTFE tubes.

Once printed you only need 2 pieces of filament to make the hinge mechanism. On the plate you will find 4 arms in total, 2 are labeled with an S for short and 2 with an L for long, try which arm set release the tubes the best before locking it in place (try the L first, if the tubes still don't release then try the S). 

Push the filaments pieces through the holes like in the following image.

Once done you can melt the ends to secure it in place (it's not mandatory but you can do it with a soldering iron or a lighter).

 

Seeing that some people are struggling using the tool here you have some videos on how to install, use and remove the tool.

 

Once assembled slide the tool between the PTFE tubes.

Push it down till it makes contact with the 4 in 1 adapter.

Push the two arms together till they click in place (wiggle them a bit if necessary).

Done! Now you can remove the PTFE tubes without any effort (like pushing/pulling with the others available tools).

Let me know if you find it useful and if you have any suggestion fell free to text it!

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Could I use this tool also for the 4-in-1 PTFE Adapter?
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it should work but I can’t try cause i don’t have one… try it and let me know, I will be more than happy to modify it if it doesn’t work
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Replying to @Denis_94 :
I measured the most important dimensions. The 29,7mm could be anything between 29,7-30mm. On one side I was able to push the cover in so far that it became 29,7mm. On one other side I don't think I could push the caliper together that far ... but at that moment the battery was dead. :)
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Replying to @just_chris_b :
Same as the one on top of the A1 series (mine is 29.7/29.8) try it and send me your feedback! 👍🏻
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Impeccable Finally a solution that works
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thank you! consider boosting the model 💪🏻
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Replying to @Denis_94 :
Yay! And a Follow! Keeping an eye on you :P
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Replying to @petitJo :
apreciate that!
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best product But the hole should be 1.75 or more because it is easy to put in the PLA fiber and then glue it.
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During the design and the varius tests I tried different diameter of holes. Under 1.9mm it was very hard to insert the filament (the hole is horizontal to the build plate). So I went 2.0mm for safety and ease of assembly 💪🏻
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There should be support in the form of arrows. Tree support is a problem.
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Replying to @user_1800768104 :
sorry can you better explain what you mean with supports in form of arrow instead of tree? If you are referring to supports for overhang they should be disabled.
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Awesome idea! I can't get it to work properly yet, but I'll keep trying! 😃
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whats the problem? it does not click in place?
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Replying to @Denis_94 :
It didn't click properly into place, because my PTFE tubes are old and slightly angled. I'll replace them and test again in the next few days.
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The pièces were hard to assembly. The holes are a bit small. Also I don t understand why there are to sizes. I printed only the small. It the correct size. I still need to hold the piece with one hand to use it but it s easy to remove the tubes
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There are 2 sizes cause some users can't lock the small one onto the PTFE holders and some others with the long one can't get the tubes to release 👍🏻
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The L (long) arms work great!
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thank you, consider boosting 💪🏻
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nice print and works great!
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Thank you! consider boosting!
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Works much better than the other tool I printed! Printed perfectly, thanks for the design!
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this is ingenious. thank you from a far fingered A1 user
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thanks!!
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One of the things I love most about 3D printing is the creativity and innovation of the designs I find. Your tool is a testament to Occam's razor. The functionality from the simplicity of your design is amazing. I recently installed a 4-in-1 adapter to my X1C and I couldn't for the life of me remove the tubes! With or without some of the tools I tried, I still couldn't get enough pressure or leverage for the adapter to release the tubes. I was just about at the end of my rope when I found your tool. I have to admit after trying a number of other tools I was skeptical, but desparate. It didn't go quite as smoothly as your video, but IT WORKED and it worked without spraining my thumbs!! So, you're a freakin' genius!! Both I & my thumbs thank you!
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thanks! I’m currently working (with the help of one of you) on a version with slightly shorter arms (to press down a little bit harder on the releaser). that way it should be even easier 💪🏻 thanks for your feedback
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