3-5KG spool size PASTA lite Donor Spinner (remix) - Free 3D Print Model

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A1 mini

Standard one, without AXK4060 bearing

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6.7 h

3 plates

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V2 AXK4060 bearing version!

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3.5 h

1 plate

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A1 mini version

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Description

Update v2: Smoother Operation & 5kg Support

This version introduces significant improvements to handle heavy duty respooling:

AXK4060 Bearing Upgrade: I added a slot for an AXK4060 thrust bearing (plus two washers) to drastically reduce friction. In the previous version, intense usage could cause the moving parts (printed in PETG) to heat up, melt, and weld together. The bearing completely eliminates this issue.
You can gen AXK4060 with washers here: https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/32837055553.html
5kg Spool Tested: In addition to 3kg spools, this design has now been tested and works with 5kg spools (e.g., Sunlu).
General Fixes: Includes minor improvements to mounting and overall stability.

About this Remix: This tool allows you to quickly respool large filament spools onto smaller ones using a drill/driver, making them compatible with the AMS or standard filament dryers.

Original Description:

This is a remix of PASTA lite Donor Spinner ( https://makerworld.com/en/models/940440-pasta-lite-donor-spinner?from=search#profileId-998244 ) made to fit 3kg Nebula spool, which is 30cm diameter and 10cm wide. Normal 1kg spools still work.

This design holds only affected parts, so you still need to print TPU legs and Spool lock from original design (link above).

Comment & Rating (131)

@porkchop201101

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could you make it printable on the a1 mini please

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@Krakers

Actually I did buy mini last time. I'll tweak to make it fit :)

@porkchop201101

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Replying to @Krakers :

thanks

@porkchop201101

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Replying to @Krakers :

how long do you think it will take you?

@user_4271506256

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Standard one, without AXK4060 bearing

Very good profile!

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@Krakers

I appreciate it :)

@Jordanj20

how did you get the holder so big or where can I find it just stretching it lengthwise does nothing because of the thread am I right?? 🙏

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@user_4271506256

Replying to @Jordanj20 :

I printed the profile for the big one! 😀

@SilverSpider

I printed out the spool holder, and as I was threading on the spool lock and starting to tighten it, very minimal pressure, the threaded spindle broke off the base....Looks like I may have had a layer bonding issue there? Would adding supports to the bottom flange help it print right? Mind you I printed out the original shorter one and it did not have this issue, used same filament but in a different color. I tried gluing it back together, but I didn't align it properly and it bonded but didn't hold....

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The designer has replied

@Krakers

That's strange and I'm not sure what caused it. Partial clog or remaining residue of other filament (pla doesn't bond with petg etc)? Printed it several times and never had this issue here. BUT As I look at it I think it should work just fine anyway. Donor spool may jump a little while respooling

@SilverSpider

I just printed it again, made the walls a bit thicker and I twisted it gently before using it to test the strength... I hear a faint crack and sure enough there was a hairline fracture on the inside on the same location. I mounted a 3kg spool to it and proceeded to reel in filament into an empty spool on the receiver....halfway through the respool the carrier broke off at the base. I'm inclined to say it had to do with me having the ironing setting enabled making the PETG cool down too much and creating poor adhesion between the threaded cylinder and the base once it started extruding filament again to the un-ironed portion....I was able to glue it back on and aligned it correctly this time, but it still feels weak

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@SilverSpider

Replying to @Krakers :

I went back and reprinted it AGAIN, but I shortened the length of the threaded cylinder this time by a third for a faster print, enough height for my 3kg spool....I also turned off the ironing just in case, but I think the culprit might have been the nozzle printing temperature. I bumped temp up from 255 to 260, as I recalled that's how I printed the original before calibrating anything. The layer bonding improved with the 5 degree temp increase.... I applied a good amount of torque pressure with my hands and it did not crack this time

@user_3503846948

Just printed that extension and it's really good. I didn't go for the version with the thrust bearing, but I did cut some washers 38x50mm out from just a milk bottle and that is enough to reduce friction in that part enough to avoid it from running hot.

The designer has replied

@Krakers

Great idea! Milk bottles are usually from HDPE, so pretty temperature resistant and doesn't stick to anything

@user_3503846948

Replying to @Krakers :

Yep, milk bottles can be a good source for all sorts of thin plastic washers

@user_2829912859

I love this print, but have an issue I wonder if you can tell me what I might be doing wrong. I used a 3kg Sunlu spool as the donor and this was the first time using the donor spinner. I noticed particles of plastic coming off the spinner. It seemed like it might have been a bit too tense so I removed the brake. When the spool was finally empty and I went to take it off I noticed that the bottom of the spinner was digging in to the stand portion (see pics). I printed this in PLA+, could it be I need to print it in PETG instead? Thanks for any advice!!

The designer has replied

@Krakers

Unfortunately PLA isn't resistant to temperature. I assume you respooled pretty fast and friction made it pretty hot (and soft) . My advice is to use PETG and if you want to respool like really fast it's better to go for v2 design (with bearing) so there is no friction between those two elements. I have done respooling whole 5kg spools with no issues with this setup.

@user_2829912859

Replying to @Krakers :

I’ll definitely try that, thank you!!

@shiftybastrd

Will this hold a spool that's 15cm wide. (Sunlu 5kg)

The designer has replied

@Krakers

I don't have a spool that large to test. The mounting rod is over 15 cm long, but I'm not sure if the spool lock would fit. You could try using it without the lock, but you'd have to respool it slowly

@huey

Did you ever try this? Did it work?

@shiftybastrd

Replying to @Krakers :

Finally got around to printing this for testing. Spool fits the spinner without issue. Was wondering if you'd be willing to make one small change as I am not very good at editing stl's. Due to the weight I want to add a thrust bearing to the bottom at the interface of the spinner and the arm. I found one on Amazon that fits but I need the bevel removed so it sits flat on the bottom. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5XQWQXL?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

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@OC10x0

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Standard one, without AXK4060 bearing

Top Addon for PASTA Lite 👍 Fit perfectly! Thanks!

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@Krakers

Thank You!

@user_215818786

Print Profile

Standard one, without AXK4060 bearing

I still need to print the TPU feet, but the rest came out very smooth. Successfully used with another winder to get PLA Pro on an AMS sized spool to print the Pasta lite receiver.

The profile uploader has replied

@Krakers

Looking good!

@user_4271506256

Print Profile

V2 AXK4060 bearing version!

Very good profile!

@OC10x0

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V2 AXK4060 bearing version!

with bearing even better 👌 TOP!

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