X1C bi-fold Doors

Bi-fold doors for the X1C 

This model replaces the standard glass door with two smaller ones that fold in the middle (bi-fold).  This makes it easier to work from either side of the printer without having to work around the door.

The model uses four sheets of 6"x4" x 1/8" acrylic (normally for picture frames) and hidden barrel hinges.   It's sliced for PETG, it will work in PLA but you'd have a small gap between the door parts because PLA shrinks more than PETG.  Additionally if you print high temp filaments I don't recommend PLA as the chamber can get hot enough to soften it.

(I'd appreciate it if somebody can tell me if they also fit the P1S).

Parts and Assembly

You will need (sorry most of these parts are not available on Maker Supply)

6x4x1/8 acrylic sheet times 4 https://amzn.to/4fwUxdL

8mm hidden barrel hinges time 4 https://amzn.to/4fPXjex (these come with needed screws)

M3 x 8mm self tapping flat head screws. x 48 https://amzn.to/3DxAO0f

Optional: two 6mmx3 magnets (press fit into right hand door)

Four printed door frames (PETG)

Four printed U bezel (PETG)

One left center bezel

One right center bezel with handle

Four printed screw plugs

1. Print all the parts
2. Assemble the right door ("R" on the back of each frame)
   1. Remove the backing and insert the acrylic into the frames 
   2. Secure by screwing the bezel to the door with M3x8 screws

   3. Use the center bezel with the handle.

      

3. Repeat for the left door

   1. Do not attache the top and bottom bezels yet, just use the center “H”

      

4. Insert the hinges

   1. Important: Make sure they are at 90 degrees to the frame

      

       

   2. Use the small screws that came with the higes to lock them in place (hand tighten gently)
5. Remove the door from the printer
   1. Save the small ribber grommets in case you want to put it back.

   2. You will need the four screws to secure the new door

      

      The hinges are intentionally tight, you may need to gently squeeze them into place with pliers. Then secure them with the screws from the original door.

   3. Insert the four plugs to cover the screws (the plugs have small hole in the middle that  you can put a hex key in to get them out  if you need to remove the door)

   4. Attach the top and bottom “U” bezels over the plugs

      

You are done!

Thank you for looking at this model.  You can find the rest of my designs here.   I really appreciate suggestions for improving my models, feel free to message me or comment.