Boxzy_HoldingPlate_For_E3Dv6_printhead

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The Boxy is an innovative combo device that seamlessly integrates a 3D printer, milling machine, and laser engraver. I'm eager to boost its performance as a 3D printer. The stock print-head often jams due to heat creep, rendering it nearly unusable. While trying to clear the jammed print-head, I accidentally broke the thermistor and had to order a new one. In my search for solutions, I stumbled upon an informative post on the unofficial Boxy forum (now offline) where someone shared their experience of replacing the stock print-head with an E3D V6. Inspired by this, I decided to create my own. This modification allows users to harness the power of an E3D v6 print head in conjunction with a Boxy 3D print canister. The E3D V6 boasts both a heat-break and an active cooling fan, effectively preventing or reducing thermal creep. To maintain the original Z-height, the Boxy 3D print canister needs to be modified to drill and tap some M2.5x0.45 holes for stop screws and retaining screws. Instructions: a) Refer to the included PDF drawing first. b) Order the E3D V6 printhead from E3D (I recommend purchasing the 24V version of the E3D V6 instead of the 12V version, and upgrading the board used by the Boxy. Please see my other tutorial on Boxy power supply modifications). Don't forget to include the insulating silicone sleeve. c) 3D print the Boxzy_3D printhead_retaining_plate (use ABS or PETG, not PLA, as it's prone to warping and melting). d) Modify the canister. e) Assemble and mount the E3D V6 into the plate. Ensure that the fan is oriented to get sufficient airflow to cool the heatbreak. f) Connect the external 12V wall-wart power supply to the cooling fan of the E3D V6. Wire the thermistor and heater to the Boxy 3D printer cable harness. g) Plug in the wall-wart power supply and 3D cable harness, and start printing. (*Note: This modification does not solve the Boxy 3D printing problem where it skips layers. To address this issue, upgrade the Boxy power supply to a 24V 20A supply.)