CR-10 Octoprint Camera mount for Logitech C270/C310 with LED light

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This is a custom camera mount designed for the CR-10 3D printer. The primary goal was to create a mount that could be used with Octoprint while meeting specific design requirements. The key objectives of this project are: - To position the camera on the Z-axis motor bracket, ensuring that the hotend nozzle remains visible regardless of print location. - To allow adjustable camera positioning and angle, utilizing a slide design to facilitate movement and adjust distance as needed. The ability to lock the camera in place using an M3 screw is also available. - Compatibility with Logitech C310 cameras was a requirement; however, this design will work with C270 cameras as well, provided that manual adjustments are made for close object focus. This entails disassembling the camera and adjusting its lens. YouTube tutorials on how to accomplish this can be found online. The process involves using a wire cutter to remove adhesive from the lens. - To accommodate flexible LED light strips, enabling better visibility of prints. The stock fan enclosure casts shadows that obscure print details, making it difficult to view them clearly. Upgrading to a fang-style fan duct is a potential option, but incorporating lighting improves overall visibility. The used LED light strip was sourced from Banggood; however, they can be obtained from various suppliers. A 12V power supply is required for operation. The strips are cuttable in increments of three LEDs. Support is only necessary for the clamp component; all other parts can be printed without support. It's worth noting that the LED light strip adhesive tends to fall off easily, prompting the use of zip ties to secure them in place. To detach the Logitech C310 from its original mount, one must remove the rubber gaskets on both ends using a small screwdriver. Subsequently, a single screw needs to be unscrewed to release the camera from its mounting bracket.