Ergo Capsule A1 by Jorge Rui

Jorge Rui

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A1 mini

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0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

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12.8 h

8 plates

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0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 10% infill

11.6 h

8 plates

4.9(10)

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

11.3 h

8 plates

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950

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Description

Introduction

Once again, this project brings something that might be new to some – The printing of translucent materials.

This version of the capsule is for the A1 and includes areas for:

Color Swatches
All nozzle Sizes:
Heatbed Nozzle Wiper - A1 mini (A1 coming)
Replacement Filament Cutter - A1 Series

If you need any of this, use this links, I will get a small help and will cost you the same.

Once again, this project brings something that might be new to some – The printing of translucent materials.

Despite being discussed in previous projects, it's something I find interesting and quite challenging to achieve with an FDM printer like the A1. The trick is to print slowly and at a high temperature, as widely shared on the internet. With this information in mind, it becomes evident that increasing the number of layers will result in a higher level of opacity for the wall. If you possess a nozzle with a diameter of 0.6mm or even 0.8mm, now is the opportune moment to employ it. Experimentation is key in determining what works best for your specific needs, as optimal results may be influenced by various variables. Your goal is to achieve both translucency and mechanical resistance, making it essential to explore and find the most suitable approach for your desired outcome.

For achieving a "frost" effect, a 0.4mm nozzle is the optimal choice. Remarkably, there's no need for any intricate settings—simply stick to the default ones, and the outcome will perfectly mirror the images you've seen. Ensuring the material, especially transparent PETG, is as dry as possible is paramount. Excess moisture significantly impacts the performance of this material. Additionally, transparent PLA is also available for those seeking alternatives.

Regarding the base, you can make a TPU Ring or you can use a foam with the same shape. If you are interested in a foam ring, please send me a message.

Suspended swatches configuration

This effect can be easily achieved with a downloadable special part.

You can find these color swatches here.

Just change the filament settings as needed to suite your preferences, all the rest should be ok.

This design is free for the benefit of the community, but If you like my designs and want to contribute, you can make a donation on PayPal

For a small help, use this affiliate link to buy filament, it will cost you the same. Thanks!

Filaments used on this project

Change log

(09-01-2024) - Added the A1 printer Bottom part
- (15-04-2024) Update to the A1 (not mini) bottom part. This printer has a larger Silicone nozzle now wiper, and no metallic nozzle scraper, so I've added 2more areas for screws, and more pockets (Bottom_ring_A1.3mf). You will need more 4 magnets, total 6 magnets of 10x3mm.

Comment & Rating (167)

@iRupert

Thank you for sharing, really cool design. Nice looking and very usefull, First time printing with transparent filament. I bought cheapest transparent PLA on AliExpress. I tried 0,24, 0,36, 0,4 and 0,56 hight line - 0,4 is the best. Temperature 200 degrees for PLA. Speed 20-30:

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The designer has replied

@iRupert

I made some changes: 1. Cut a hole to print this part easier

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@iRupert

Replying to @iRupert :

2. Added numbers for my nozzles:

@iRupert

3. Changed upper angle to print it better:

@BerryBLK

umm why doesn’t my wiper fit?

The designer has replied

@JorgeRui

ummmh. it seems that the large A1 has a larger wiper. I should add that to the description. sorry for that… :/

@BerryBLK

Replying to @JorgeRui :

Oh so this whole project was meant for the A1 mini? oops did not catch that all in the description

@JorgeRui

Replying to @BerryBLK :

All works on the A1, Excepted that base of the capsule. Can you wait a little more.

@Kardes.Design

Boosted

Amazing and elegant designs as always. Everything fits perfectly in a nice and compact package. The filament swatches stand is amazing as a standalone design it self. The capsule design looks very nice in my workspace and doesn't take my space.

The designer has replied

@JorgeRui

As always, thanks for the amazing review. that photos resemble rendered images… Again, thank you for the fantastic review and effort.

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@Kardes.Design

Boosted

Replying to @JorgeRui :

Thanks! It's the least that I can do ❤️

@3D2Life

Pretty cool but that center part for the color swatches half to cut and glue back together to stack those in the way its meant to. Something to look at fixing in the future.

@SmileyPrinter

If you select the center part in the slicer and select split to objects it will automatically split it for you.

@3D2Life

Replying to @SmileyPrinter :

I had no idea that was an option. Thank you for that info. I guess in that case you can't be using the cloud print like it's setup. Have to load it to a PC to split it. Thank you again. Learned something new with this slicer. ;)

@3DMN

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 10% infill

Good

The designer has replied

@Gerard74

Thanks

@drewdog0711

Replying to @Gerard74 :

what transparent PETG did you use in your photo and I assume you tweaked your filament profile to not use fans.

@R0BN4571C

Printed decently well the cutters seem to sit quite a bit higher than the version designed for the mini and the wiper pad cavity could be just the tiniest bit longer. Even after trimming the excess plastic that protects the adhesive it doesn't fit quite right. Also seeing a significant band right around the middle but I'm going to see if adaptive layer height will lessen that effect. Thanks for revising for the A1!

The designer has replied

@JorgeRui

Thanks for the review. did you calibrate your filament? Regarding the cutter, you have to push it down. Apply some force. It’s necessary since you don’t want to have a blade flying around. regarding the wiper, you are the first to report it, that’s why I asked to calibrate the filament, other option, bambulab change the dimensions since mine fits very loosely.

@R0BN4571C

Filament has been calibrated though i may go through another round. A1 wiper measures at 37mm and the cutout for it measures in at 35.9mm according to OrcaSlicer...My machine printed it @ 35.7mm

@Fabrice92

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 10% infill

Could you please fix this one. The text is off, It is not in the middle and the whole text is a bit to the right.

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@Gerard74

thanks

@bart.speekenbri

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

super cool print! really love it. one small reccomended change is a thread in the middle part to connect the swatches part to the bottom part (it fits, but is very loose atm wich makes it feel like 2 stacked parts in stead of one big container)

The designer has replied

@JorgeRui

Thanks for sharing the make... I could not observe that loose fit... did you calibrate the filament?

@bart.speekenbri

Replying to @JorgeRui :

yep, calibrated everything

@Flyrockets

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

great design and fun to play with .8 nozzle and clear material, pretty happy with final result. Only think I do wish is that the two parts (nozzle/parts holder and Chip holder) threaded together instead of just resting! great work overall and thank you for sharing!

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@devin.d.ford

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0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Only printed the swatch portion since I have a p1s but looks good! Might try and mess with the dome to get it a bit more clear but still happy with the print and tolerances.

The designer has replied

@JorgeRui

looks nice, the clear petg is a hit or miss, just a little bit of water on the filament and it's gone. do you have a 0,6mm or 0,8 nozzle? If you have it use it!

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@devin.d.ford

Replying to @JorgeRui :

Makes sense, i do have a .6 so i'll have to give that a try! Looking forward to the P1S accessory tray if/when it comes down. Will it be compatible with this top or should i expect to reprint? Won't mind either way since this project was great, and everything went smooth! Thanks for the upload!