Prepare the main body and rectangular z-axis
For this section you will need:
Tools
- 1 2.5mm Allen key
- 1 extra M3x8 cap screw - - For mounting trapped nuts
- 1 precision wire cutters - - Can use a utility knife if these are unavailable.
- 1 utility knife
Printed Parts
Mechancial Components
- 7 M3 nut
Step 1: Removing brim and supports
The main body and Rectangular z-axis have some custom supports and a custom brim to remove.
- Outer smart brim - Remove with utility knife
- Inner smart brim - Remove with utility knife
- Ties inside actuator column (6 total main body, 2 in rectangular z-axis) - Remove with precision wire cutters
- Ties for rear legs (4 total main body) - Remove with precision wire cutters
These are highlighted in red in the following images.
Step 2: Embed mounting nuts in the stage
- Place an M3 nut one of the slots at the side of the stage
- Put an M3x8 cap head screw into the hole above the nut
- Tighten with a 2.5mm Allen key until you feel reasonable resistance.
- Unscrew and remove the screw. The nut should stay mounted.
- Repeat for the other three holes in the stage.
Step 3: Embed mounting nuts illumination platform
- Repeat the steps used above to add three M3 nuts into the platform above the z-axis of the main body.
The prepared main body is now ready for assembly.