Alternative Printhead for Prusa i3

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Hey Guys, I'm Michael here!\nI'm an electrical engineering student who recently got my hands on a relatively cheap but capable 3D printer. This helps me design and build useful things for my personal projects. However, having a self-assembled 3D printer also makes it a whole new project itself. \nI was searching for the perfect upgrade in the form of a new printhead (aka x-carriage) for a long time, but couldn't find one that met my expectations. So I decided to learn some Autocad Inventor and design one from scratch. Since I've been using Thingiverse a lot lately, I thought it was only fair to give something back. But please keep in mind that this is tailored precisely to my hardware. \nIf you have similar hardware, this might be exactly what you're looking for.\nDifferent X-axis system on your printer?\nYou can design your own base plate and attach the entire printhead to it.\nPrinter: Sunhokey Prusa i3https://www.aliexpress.com/item/2015-Upgraded-Quality-High-Precision-Reprap-Prusa-i3-DIY-3d-Printer-kit-with-2-Rolls-Filament/2026704108.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.0.SexYlt\nCompatible Parts\nLinear bearing block: SC8LUU (upgraded the standard SC8UU)\nExtruder fan: Standard 50mm axial (50x50x10)\nPart cooling fan: Standard 50mm radial (50x15)\nExtruder: E3D V5 compatible (default with this kit)\nAdditional Requirements:\nM4 bolts\nM3 bolts\nM3 nuts\nI'm open to constructive criticism, so please send me a message. I'm still learning and I know these parts aren't perfect yet.\nPrint Settings\nPrinter Brand: \n Prusa\n \n Printer: \n Prusa Clone\n \n Rafts: \n Doesn't Matter\n \n Supports: \n Yes\n \n Resolution: \n 0.2mm\n \n Infill: \n 20%\n\nCustom Section\nUpdates\n 31.03.2017 New fan duct, compatible with old one.\nThe current version is V3