3d printed dial indicator mount

I thought I'd add a mount to the fan shroud that could be left in place so I could quickly mount the indicator via the 8 mm diameter portion of the dial indicator rod. So I disassembled the fan assembly and removed the cover from the extruder...

Video of how to use the print https://youtu.be/LJPdPQoC89c Amazon Affiliate link to dial gauge...

I designed an adapter to complement the Steinle dial indicator since it lacked a mounting plate initially.

... Next, I installed a Dial Indicator mount and a Dial Indicator back plate specifically designed for a Starrett indicator, which enables me to precisely tram out my bed in X and Y axes to shim the bed and get it within .008" (.2mm) of the Extruder.

Here's my take on a Creality Ender 3 dial indicator mount. I tested another mount but it didn't meet my expectations. So, I designed this one from scratch in Onshape. I added corner relief holes and a 2mm x 10-degree chamfer to the leading edge for...

This is a remake of a simple dial indicator mount that slides over the x-axis extrusion. The original file was remixed and remade in Fusion 360 to add more stability and make it fit the Pittsburgh 1" Travel Machinist's Dial Indicator, which can be...

I needed an alternative to the other 0XA tool post dial indicator holders, but I wasn't pleased with having to print multiple units just to change their orientation. I decided to repurpose my boring bar holder and a small holding block attached to a...

I needed a way to attach a dial indicator, but all I could find were designs meant for single hotends. My machine is dual - the hole patterns are different. I found a mount that looked promising and modified it here to attach onto the effector. Keep...

Now you will need to install the dial indicator over the fan and move the extruder left until the dial indicator is over the bed leveling screw. Once you have the corner where you want it, zero out your dial indicator and make all the corners read...

This adapter temporarily attaches a Grizzly G9849 dial gauge to the X-axis rods of an Anet A8, facilitating print bed leveling. After leveling one side, slide the extruder and attach it to the other side for continued leveling. This approach should...

The other improvement I made was to reduce the amount of filament needed to print by reducing the dimensions front to back as the dial indicator in the original file was very difficult to remove. By reducing the dimensions the dial indicator is held...

Now you will need to install the dial indicator over the fan and move the extruder left until the dial indicator is over the bed leveling screw. Once you have the corner where you want it, zero out your dial indicator and make all the corners read...

People who installed bullseye and don't want to weigh down their extruder block will find this dial indicator adapter useful. It attaches to the extruder plate without screws and stays firmly in place, making calibration of the bed possible. Once the...

Works for leveling the X gantry and calibrating the y-axis: can turn the dial indicator by 90 degrees in either direction..

I discovered a website featuring a DIY dial indicator mount that sparked my interest to create one for personal use. Rather than relying on my CNC, I opted to print it instead to see how well it would function. To my satisfaction, IT WORKS...

Swap out your hot-end for a 1" [25mm] travel dial indicator on the effector platform, as updated V2 files are now available to help you install it atop the effector plate.

Recommended indicator: DANIU 40112302 Dial Test Indicator Precision Metric with dovetail rails -...

An adapter plate designed as an upgrade from the MakerGear version, this holds a dial indicator for bed leveling purposes. To use it, input your indicator's stem diameter in the provided scad file. ...The script includes $fs and $fa lines for smooth...

TAIG dial indicator mount with real sizes.

This dial indicator holder is very handy for bed tramming any 3D printer with a 2020 extrusion beam like the CR-10 or CR-10S. It provides steady support for a dial indicator yet slides easily along the beam. Please see details in Martin's post. I...

I utilized the $14.45 "Triton 1" Dial Indicator 0.001" Graduation Travel Lug Back White Face", available on Amazon Prime, which could be replaced by any other 3/8ths shank gauge. I printed this model multiple times to achieve a precise fit. If it...

I chose the $14.45 Triton 1 Dial Indicator with 0.001" graduation, featuring a travel lug back white face, which was conveniently available through Amazon Prime. Theoretically, any other 3/8ths shank gauge could be used in its place. To perfect the...

I required a suitable base for a budget-friendly dial indicator that I acquired from AliExpress to refine the bed leveling of my HyperCube Evolution, and I concluded it would be beneficial for others as well. ...It is intended for the brass insert-less...

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B075XT3Q6W/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_SA5C6Q4A5J1J51RZJW7H?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 The dial indicator into the plug hole adapter, as well as the extension onto the indicator shaft, are both press fit. You will/may have to fiddle...

This is a dial lock for an Enco Dial Indicator. It may work on other brands. I printed with locator peg facing down so the the top looks good. Clean supports with exactor knife. This is hidden under part when is use. Included STEP file for...

This is used to hold a dial indicator on the dual nozzle Geeetech Rostock Mini Delta G2S printer. When you fit it, ensure every point of contact is snug, as any looseness will throw off your measurements. A video explaining this setup can be found at...

You can find the products I use at these links on Amazon: A screw set that works for me is available here: https://amzn.to/2UnZnAV This digital indicator is what I'm currently using: https://amzn.to/2Ur374P And this is the filament I've been printing...

Ender 3 Dial Gauge Adapter\r\n\r\nBolt M6 x 16 mm

Basic mount for attaching a dial indicator to the standard Ender3 hotend.  This should allow you to level your bed with greater accuracy, at a faster rate, and more efficiently.  Depending on the dial indicator you use, you can get the bed...

This part takes the place of the rear section of a standard dial gauge and securely clicks onto the z-axis rods.