Custom Transparent Makerbot Thing-O-Matic

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For a unique touch, edit the CAD file to cut custom side panels from 5mm acrylic - the same thickness as the original wooden ones. Be prepared for a tighter fit than wood, requiring gentle persuasion to align correctly. The rigidity of acrylic may also cause some stages, particularly the Z-axis, to move less smoothly. Lubricating the gear shaft can resolve this issue. To add a glow, attach standard Molex cold cathodes from a PC to the ATX power supply; a Y splitter may be necessary for multiple lights. Note that an accidental short may require replacing the power supply with a 500W Antec Earthwatts ATX model.