Tool to level X-axis of Prusa i3
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About this print
A calibration aid for Prusa i3 3D printers, designed to help ensure both sides of the X-axis gantry are at the same height. Because the X-axis is driven by two independent stepper motors, the two sides can drift out of alignment over time, causing print quality issues. The tool bridges across the Y smooth rod and provides a reference surface so the operator can manually adjust each Z rod in turn. PLA is a suitable choice for this functional jig.
From the original design page
Original maker's notes
By mangtronix on Thingiverse · CC-BY-SA
Customizable X-axis leveling tool designed for Prusa i3 Berlin. Used to make sure that each side of the X-axis is at the same height. Necessary since there's a stepper motor on each side and they can get out of step.
To use:
Place "forked" end of tool on Y smooth rod and use Z control to bring the X axis just above the flat part of the top of the tool. Manually rotate the Z rod for that side so the X carriage rod just touches the bottom of the "L" at the top of the tool. Adjust the other side the same way. Go back and forth to each side a few times to get the X-axis rod level.
*IMPORTANT:* Don't squish the tool between the rods by using the Z motor control - this could put pressure on the smooth rods and possibly bend them. Doing the final adjustment by hand works best.
I've been using this tool for awhile now and it works pretty well. One improvement would be if it had a hook to hang down from the X-axis rod instead of being squished between X-axis rod and Y-axis rod. Then you could hang one of the tools on each side of the X-axis rod and adjust them at the same time.
Formatting may have been simplified. These are the independent maker's instructions and fitment claims; Hark Tech has not independently verified them.
Printing Tool to level X-axis of Prusa i3
For Tool to level X-axis of Prusa i3 we would normally reach for PLA — it is the easy, economical default and suits the majority of models. We set the layer height, wall count, infill and supports to suit the model and how you will use it, and those choices are already priced into your instant quote. Want a specific colour or material? Tell us and we will match it where we can.
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| Designer | mangtronix |
| Licence | CC-BY-SA |
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