Anet A8 Filament Spool Holder

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My Custom Spool Holder for the Anet A8. This design requires removing the display, which I've replaced with Octoprint, and mounts to the front using the display's M3 nuts and bolts. A spacer is needed to prevent the spool from rubbing against the holder; I used washers for this purpose. This modification also reduces your printing height by approximately 40mm. I created a mockup using chipboard, which resulted in better prints due to reduced strain on the extruder carriage as it no longer has to tug filament up and over the printer. To build this spool holder, you'll need a longer all-thread rod or long bolt, like the one I'm using (12cm). The stock all-thread that came with the Anet A8 spool holder is insufficient for this purpose. Dimensions: 190mm x 180mm x 12mm If you have an Anet A8, be sure to check out my other mods: Anet A8 Z-axis Bar Wobble Stopper - https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2800104 Anet A8 Power Switch Box - https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2784564 Anet A8 Top Mount LED Light Bar - https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2967725 Anet A8 X-Axis Belt Tensioner -https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3008833 Anet A8 Filament Guide - https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3018883 Universal Spool Hub - https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3004243