E3D V6 hotend easy maintenance carriage for Felix 3D printer

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After numerous requests, I've upgraded the E3D V5 hot end carriage to the E3D V6 Hot End. The hot end clamp has been completely redesigned, but the baseplate and fan duct remain unchanged. If you're upgrading from the V5, all you'll need to print is the "cooler base" and "cooler door". This hot-end carriage makes the Bowden tube E3D hot-end V6 compatible with the Felix 3D printer (1.5 and up). It's specifically designed for the Felix Printer but can be easily adjusted for other printers by securing it with two bolts against the rails. The hot end can be quickly removed by unscrewing two bolts and opening the door. It's worth noting that this carriage is tailored to work seamlessly with the V6 version. However, if you're using a newer model or want to stay current with future releases, this design won't be compatible with new layouts, including those featuring cool-ribs. You can identify whether your hot end needs an upgrade by checking for the cool ribs printed inside the PLA clamp. For anyone who prefers the V5 version or wants to explore different configurations in the future, a compatible set is available here: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:159142 One notable feature of this design is that it incorporates 40mm fans instead of the standard 30mm fans supplied by E3D. The added airflow significantly reduces noise and boosts cooling performance. As part of the hot end assembly, a Bowden feeder is included to complete your setup: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:159159 For those interested in observing the carriage and bowden feeder in action, an instructional video detailing their installation and use can be found here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsNm0UfQsyQ. A huge thank you goes out to Guillaume from Felix Printers for kindly providing the rail-base. To those who end up using this setup, please share your photos! We'd love to see how it all comes together in your hands.