Prusa i3 MK2(s) & MK3 Spool Holder - Frame Mount - Top Loader
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###Update 2022/04/19
After a long time, one small update:
You can now find a remix of the arms for the 2020 VSlot aluminum extrusions I made:
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5359057
###Update 2019/01/10
Added an image showing in which position the single parts should go.
You can also explore the object interactively on A360 following this link.
https://a360.co/2DbpG7G
###Update 2018/04/20
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have an Original Prusa i3 MK2.5 or an MK3, print the Mark 3 version! Due to the redesigned extruder unit on both versions, the print head will hit the Mark 2's mounting on high Z positions. The Mark 3 is specifically designed to avoid this and fits the MK2 (non-2.5) version!
###Update 2018/04/14
I added a revisited version of the screw/bolt, calling it Mark3_SpoolHolder_Bolt.stl, and of the spacer, calling Mark3_SpoolHolder_Bolt.stl. It is a cleaned-up version that fits better into the spool holder arm's holes. Many complained that the bolts are a pain to get into the arm's hole, and I heard you loud and clear. However, sometimes it's hard to get the time reserved for these projects.
Don't worry if the bolt sits too loose in the arms now!
The provided spacer goes between the arm and wheel. It keeps the wheel from contacting the arm and locks the bolt when you tighten the nut—the nut and the spacer press against the bearing on its inner ring. Therefore, continuous mechanical tension keeps everything locked in place without hindering the…
