E3DV6 Mountingset for AC Kossel with Probe

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Mounting Set for E3DV6 on AC Kossel with Probe and Original Case With an E3Dv6-hotend, there's no room for the probe due to the bigger heating block. I didn't want to lose the Z-probe, so with a little fit and measure, I simply placed the probe in a way that it remains centered with the nozzle. The original cooler-vent has been replaced with another one during this process. The E3Dv6 is shorter than the original hotend, so if you want to use the original case, you'll need a distance-block. Part 1: Distance Block (Customizable If Desired) There are two versions included as STL. One for the original E3d bowden-coupler and one for mounting a traditional coupler at the top. Since the tube fits into the hotend, there's no issue with the last setup, and your coupler and tube are easier to maintain. Installation of the hotend is the same as with the original one, except you place the distance-block in between. Tighten the screws crosswise for the best (centered) result. The round insert for the cooling block makes centering a lot easier. When tightening the block compresses a few mm. That's alright and makes the construction even more solid. You can make one to your own needs with the included Scad-file or with the TV-customizer. Part 2: Effector Mounting Plate with Vent and Room for Probe If you don't want to lose the probe, you can use this part. The probe is replaced at the side of the heating block. You'll need to fill the mounting rectangle for the probe with iron (see pictures) or better with little neodymium-magnets (fairly cheap). Both around 3mm thick. With iron, the connection works but is a little weak. With magnets, the connection is very solid. Be aware that in both solutions you need room for the bolt (again see pictures). The part-cooling-vent is at least as effective as the original one. Use PETG or ABS. I used PETG and that still works great after heavy duty (temperatures till 245 C). Because the mounting height of the hotend will vary, and so the placing of the vent, there's also a spacer included for the plate. Tip: Can also be used with other custom casings for the E3DV6. Part 3: The Hood This one is more or less for good looks and a little cable-management. It covers the cabling nicely. Since the probe is replaced to the opposite side of the cabling (see pictures), the connection cable must be rerouted to the other side. You can lead it over the front-fan to the other side. The "hood" will cover and protect it. On the other side, there's a hole for the connector and a clip if your cable is a little long. The hood is made as light as possible. Tip: For better cable-management bind the cabling to the original case with zip-ties using the round holes at the side Happy Hotending :)