Bolt-on Printrbot Simple Metal 6" heat-bed feet

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I am excited to announce that you can find detailed instructions on changing probe points in firmware by visiting our INSTRUCTIONS page! Every time I create an origin sketch in SolidWorks, it ends up with the wrong orientation for some unknown reason. Sorry about the hassle! Inspired by a design posted here, I created my own hard-mounted solution instead of opting for a clip-on heat bed mount. You will need 2 sets of each part to complete this project. A crucial component required for this project is the Printrbot 6" aluminum build platform available at http://printrbot.com/shop/printrbot-aluminum-6x6-build-platform/. By making my own heated bed, I saved $34 compared to buying the pre-made kit from Printrbot. My setup now includes a Printrbot Thermistor for accurate temperature readings and this affordable heatbed http://www.ebay.com/itm/6-X-6-Heatbed-PCB-Heated-Bed-for-3D-Printing-/251131700535?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a789da537 Instructions If you plan to use these feet and the heated bed, be prepared for a firmware change. You can find detailed information on changing your printer's firmware at this link. I found re-flashing my printer's firmware super easy today! This tutorial provides good guidance on re-compiling firmware. Additionally, here is a step-by-step guide from Printrbot that I found very helpful: http://help.printrbot.com/Guide/How+to+Reflash+Firmware/78 Start by downloading the "Rev-F version 1" source file .zip from this page: https://github.com/Printrbot/Marlin/releases/ Open the configuration.h file and change lines 329 and 331 to these exact numbers: 329: #define RIGHT_PROBE_BED_POSITION X_MAX_LENGTH-17 331: #define FRONT_PROBE_BED_POSITION 1 This change will reposition the auto-level probe points to sit on your smaller bed. Next, compile your code using the Arduino IDE. Remember to press HOLD SHIFT when clicking "verify/compile" in order to get the file path of the .hex file. Continue flashing the new .hex file onto your printrboard using Atmel Flip. Once complete, everything should work perfectly!