Bowden Hybrid Extruder - Printrbot Metal Simple

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This is a hybrid Bowden extruder designed for the Printrbot Metal Simple. You must secure the spacer, and I recommend supergluing the parts together or using the Acetone trick if printing with ABS. What does this hybrid model achieve? It allows you to control filament flow through a gear instead of relying on software (like Pronterface) or manually adjusting the tension lever, which can be tricky and time-consuming. A huge thank you goes out to GregFrost for creating the initial gear design! The pictures may not be impressive, and my print could look better, but that's something I'll have to adjust in future prints. However, this design does work and is functional, so it's acceptable for now. Print Settings: Printer Brand: Printrbot Printer Model: Simple Black Rafts: Not Required Supports: None Needed Resolution: .2mm Infill Density: 30% Notes: Printed with PLA