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EZ Roller Drybox Feeder For Snapmaker U1 Bambu A1

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A1

0.2mm layer, 5 walls, 15% infill
0.2mm layer, 5 walls, 15% infill
Designer
12.3 h
8 plates
4.8(5)

Open in Bambu Studio
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Description

Complex methods of analysis were used to engineer optimal specifications for parameters. This is no ordinary filament delivery system design.
 

This meticulously designed system is the result of extensive research, experience, precise calculations and countless hours of R&D. This insures not only great success rates to minimize wasted time and filament on poor designs for you, but also offers the best protection and performance for long term use with your 1kg filament rolls in a these perfectly oversized cereal containers.

 

The highest surface area-to-volume ratio desiccant container, saving on desiccant 

no unspooling low friction R188 roller bearing system and

easy filament swapping front loading access!


 

You will need - 

Oversized 6.3l Containers (not the smaller 4l containers that got popular)
Amazon containers

 

BELOW IS PER CONTAINER

 

4 R188 bearings 

Amazon R188 bearings

2 16-20mm M5 with nuts for the base

3 20mm M5 with washers lock washers and nuts for the Bracket

Amazon M5 screw set

3 M5 or #6 wall mounting screws or anchors for the wall mount.
Amazon Drywall mounting anchors

1 Pc4 M10 and a little bit of tube

Amazon Pc4 M10

1-5mm desiccant beads

Amazon desiccant beads

Optional hygrometers

Amazon Hygrometers

9mm drill bit for the Pc4 M10

5mm drill bit For the Base

Amazon drill bit set

 

tightening tools for the screws and nuts


Just push the base back as far as it goes with the desiccant holder to the back hold it down with painters tape if you want and drill one of the two holes out. Bolt it and drill out the other one. Easy!

The bracket for the wall mount goes up into the tapered part of the bottom. It should be a tight fit against the ridges to hold centered while drilling holes.
 

Want to know more?

The Science Behind Our Product:

  1. Container Volume: 6.3L (0.22 cubic feet)
  2. Filament Spool Size: Approx. 8" diameter, 2.5-3" width
  3. Desiccant Rule of Thumb: 5-10 grams per cubic foot
    Detailed Calculations:
    • For the 6.3L box alone:
    0.22 cubic feet × 5 grams/cubic foot = 1.1 grams (minimum)
    0.22 cubic feet × 10 grams/cubic foot = 2.2 grams (maximum)

• Accounting for the filament spool:

Standard recommendation for a typical 1kg spool: 10-20 grams

Our enhanced protection: Approx. 20 grams

 

Silica Gel Space Calculation:

• Silica gel density: approximately 0.7 g/cm³

• Space needed for 20g of silica gel:

20g ÷ 0.7 g/cm³ = 28.6 cm³ (1.74 cubic inches)

 

Our Precision-Engineered Desiccant Boxes:

• Designed to hold 20g of silica gel each

• Dimensions: approx. 153mm × 43mm × 5mm (6.02" × 1.69" × 0.20")

• Volume: 153mm × 43mm × 5mm = 32,895 mm³ (2.01 cubic inches)

 

Innovative Thin Vertical Desiccant Box:

Our desiccant boxes run vertically along the sides of your container:

  1. Maximizing surface area for efficient moisture absorption
  2. Improved air circulation for uniform drying
  3. Designed for even the smallest 1mm beads further maximizing the surface area-to-volume effectiveness

Advanced Roller System:

• R188 Bearings: Upgraded from typical 608 bearings or ZZ bearings for significantly reduced friction

• Tapered Roller Ends: Prevents filament spool "walking" during rotation

 

Scientific Backing:

• Fick's Law of Diffusion: Moisture absorption rate is proportional to exposed surface area

• Natural convection currents enhance desiccant effectiveness

• R188 bearings minimize filament feeder motor stress during printing

• Tapered roller ends design maintains spool alignment

 

Why Choose this Precision Filament Drying Variant?

  1. Scientifically calculated and positioned for optimal moisture absorption
  2. Compact, vertical front loading design maximizes space efficiency
  3. Lower friction R188 bearing roller system for smooth filament feeding
  4. Tapered roller ends prevent spool misalignment
  5. Transparent methodology backed by solid research
  6. Robust system for high humidity levels

 

Don't let moisture or filament flow friction compromise your prints and wear your motors. Trust in our scientifically designed Precision Filament Drying Variant to keep your filament dry and feeding flawlessly.

 

The EZ Roller Drybox Feeder: A solution for 3D printing enthusiasts wanting to utilize their space in this way and combining advanced engineering with a cost-efficient design. Our product features innovative vertical desiccant box positioning, R188 bearings, and tapered roller design, all meticulously calculated to provide optimal moisture control and filament protection.

 

The vertical desiccant box placement maximizes absorption efficiency while adapting to various humidity levels. This unique configuration, coupled with our use of R188 bearings and tapered rollers, ensures smooth filament feeding and prevents misalignment during printing. Our design is backed by scientific principles, including Fick's Law of Diffusion, which supports the effectiveness of our vertical positioning strategy.

 

We've carefully calculated the space needed for silica gel, optimizing every aspect of the design to deliver peak performance. This EZ Roller Drybox Feeder not only protects your filament but also simplifies maintenance. Our vertical design allows for easy access and regular recharging of the desiccant, ensuring consistent performance over time.

 

Experience the difference that precise moisture control and advanced, cost-efficient engineering can make in your 3D printing projects. With the EZ Roller Drybox Feeder, you'll can enjoy superior filament protection, smoother printing operations, and less maintenance. 

Remember to check and recharge your desiccant for continued peak performance – Keep em hot and pooping!!! Have fun!


All done with PETG, .4mm nozzle and .20 layer height

All Strength same -

5 Wall Loops
5 top 5 bottom
15% Cross Hatch infill

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1.

BASE

2hr 15min, filament 66.24g
 

Quality -

Aligned seam
Arachne walls

Support On-

Normal

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2. (Print 2 times)

1 ROLLER PIN WITH 2 ENDS, and 1 FRONT, 1 REAR BEARING CAPS

1hrs 24min, filament 10.64g (x2 = 2hrs 48min, filament 21.28)

 

Quality -

\\ SEAM RANDOM //

Wall Arachne


Support On -

Normal

 

Others -
Print by object
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3. DESICCANT CONTAINER WITH CAP

3hrs 6min, filament 38.69g

 

Quality -

Seam Aligned

Wall Arachne


Support On -

Tree

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4. HOPPER

1hrs 5min, filament 31.58g

 

Quality -

Seam Aligned

Wall Arachne


Support On -

Tree

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4. HOOKING MOUNT BRACKET

1hrs 4min, filament 26.28g

 

Quality -

Seam Aligned

Wall Arachne


Support On -

Tree

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5. WALL MOUNT

2hrs 20min, filament 75.54g

 

Quality - 
Aligned
Arachne

Support -

Enable Tree
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6. HYGROMETER MOUNT 
 

16min 8s, filament 7.48g

 

Quality - 
Aligned
Arachne

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Need Pic

7. FEET

 

43min 8sec, filament 16.58g

 

Quality - 
Aligned
Arachne

Support -

Tree
 

Comment & Rating (59)

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I think you may have uploaded an early version of the roller. it is slightly too long woth the bearings or the bearing seat is too high and the twist lock mechanism for the end caps have an issue where the lock s both go opposite ways so there is no way to turn it and then push it back down. See photo and if you can upload the proper one that would be awesome as I printed a couple of these out and am stuck.
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Hey I designed a new rollers and clips for this to eliminate some of the assembly and part printing time, as well as eliminate the breaking point there the roller necks down to fit the bearing. Let me know if you want me to share them with you or your thoughts. This is a standard digital file license so I wont launch a remix, but think users could benefit from it.
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can you make a version for 4l containers? here the 6l version is not available :/
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Sadly I started with 4L and found for what I wanted here 4L would not work
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Replying to @XYZQT :
so it's not possible to have it? it's sad
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Replying to @Roket_1 :
I tried 3 different 4L and was not working for me. Anything is possible but I found going with the bigger ones were just the solution for what I wanted. Seems like 4L for front loaders is just to small. Sorry my friend.
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All is perfect, but the RFID tag is missing, therefore it is not ideal
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Wireless RFID! 👍
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Replying to @XYZQT :
Okay, but you're not there yet
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Replying to @Aldo44 :
Exactly! haha It would not be ideal to have wires ran, so until there is wireless it’s no problem to easily put the most information in the A1 easily navigable Touch Screen.
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a YouTube video will be great. do one showing the whole process please. Thanks
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This is a cool idea but need more info on how to put together
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Thank you! I’m debating on making a YouTube video.
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Replying to @XYZQT :
That would be fantastic
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Replying to @welshkoiman1962 :
What is it that you are most interested to see?
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How did u get around the filament spool holder on the AMS LITE
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AMS Lite Feeder Mod
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Replying to @XYZQT :
whats that ?
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Replying to @welshkoiman1962 :
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what ams mount is that?
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custom made riser
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Replying to @XYZQT :
dang it's sweet
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Replying to @RBH4908 :
I was a little late to the game with the A1s but this filament box setup would work good for some of the newer printers out now too.
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This is a fantastic description/"Advertisement" for your design. All that was missing... At the end, I expected there to be "But wait... there's more!!" I'm going to go with your system for no other reason than I loved the way you presented it!!
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haha nice 👍💪
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What ams top mount is that?
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AMS Lite Feeder Mod
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$120 of parts (CAD) + 800G filament but it seems 100% worth it to make up for the U1's terrible spool system.
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haha thanks 💪 no doubt!
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