A1 mini Print-in-Place Side Drag Chain - Free 3D Print Model

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Original Chain PIP | *SUPERTACK* | 0.2mm

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2.4 h

1 plate

4.8(124)

V2 Chain PIP | *SUPERTACK* | 0.2mm

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2.6 h

1 plate

4.8(73)

Full Size PIP Chain (Both) | 0.2mm

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2.7 h

2 plates

Base Connector w/ Hexagons | 0.2mm

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42 min

1 plate

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Description

Print in place has been revamped to take the place of the original model download. The new chain style will be available under a print profile. The new PIP chain looks a bit bulkier so I still recommend the original chain. Prints with 0.25mm clearance. Compatible with AMS Lite.

Exclaimer: I strongly advise using the Bambu Lab SuperTack plate to print these parts, as the adhesion is unmatched. If you don't already have one of these, either buy one (it's awesome) or use a brim. I also do not recommend printing this in PLA Matte, as it is quite brittle and will snap easily. Prints with zero support. AMS Lite compatible! FYI, each chain is offset 20.9mm if you want to make custom lengths of this chain.

I spent many many hours designing this in Fusion360 with over 20 prototype parts. This model was made from scratch and before the other models made any changes, and this idea for attachment originated with me. This model requires zero parts that you won't already have, unlike the other models which require miscellaneous screws and nuts to secure it in place. This model will use approximately 50 grams of filament.

Assembly: You will need: 2.0mm allen wrench, small pry tool (or scraper), your hands, and the printed pieces. You should have two extra chain links if you don't break any.

**Step 1:** Remove the bottom cord holder with your 2.0mm allen wrench.

**Step 2:** Place the top piece into position on the top side of the cord.

**Step 3:** Slightly up the cord, angle the new piece with the cord squished into an oval.

**Step 4:** Rotate the new attachment piece into place, push the cord into the slot.

**Step 5:** Using the same two removed screws and your 2.0mm allen wrench, install the new piece. Make sure you completed step 2!

**Step 6:** Connect the two print in place chain pieces, this will require some force. The best method for attachment (for all of these pieces) is to do one side first.

**Step 7:** Insert the chain into the top mounting piece while still not connected. This is best done flat on a table. Refer to previous step.

**Step 8:** Install the top connection piece into the x-axis motor housing after removing the cover with your small pry tool **(click!)**. After this, you can put the cover back on.

**Step 9:** Connect the chain to the base housing connection using the same method as shown. It will require some force, so hopefully don't break it!

**Step 10:** Lastly, attach the chain link covers one at a time starting from the bottom and finishing at the top.

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