Dual E3D V6 MK8 part fan mount

cults3d

I'm a big fan of Peter Stoneham's Rigidbot Dual V6 Mk8 Alloy Mount. It fits both version 1 and version 2 perfectly. This mount takes advantage of the existing bearing bolts and an extra mount point on the far right edge to minimize sloping. It's a clever design that really works well. The mount consists of two parts, which fit together with M3 bolts and nuts or super glue for an ultra-lightweight setup. The idea is to get perfectly flat bottom parts closest to the print bed and the carriage. A single 40mm fan is used to cool both extruders, providing a nice balance of airflow and weight distribution. UPDATE: In January 2016, I made some improvements to version 2B of the mount. I increased the distance between the mount and the bed, so it won't hit printed parts during fast moves. I also improved airflow with a wider distribution and better downward angle. The fan is now centered in relation to both the print heads (X axis) and the mount itself (Y axis). Additionally, I strengthened the mount points for added stability and improved weight distribution. UPDATE: Just a few days later, on January 31st, I made some more tweaks to version 2C of the mount. I redesigned the nozzle to force air downwards, away from the heater block. This should help with printing and reduce the risk of overheating. I also increased the flat bottom area for easier printing and added a bit more air volume. Finally, I fixed a small alignment issue on the fan mounting holes.