Ender 3 NeoPixel Ring Light

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This is a very light weight thing designed to hold a NeoPixel - 24 LED ring; designed with Tinkercad. The NeoPixel ring used in the design is this one here: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0774JNSCF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ................................................................ <a href=" https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4570068/files">3D model of the NeoPixel Ring</a> The parts are small and thin so be careful when assembling everything. Unfortunately the thumbnails for the parts are not being created by Thingiverse so I have included a legend to identify the printed parts. The wired end with the JST connector is specific to the SKR Mini E3 V2.0 motherboard and some other SKR boards that have the dedicated NeoPixel port. The wires are soldered to the NeoPixel ring then a JST XH 3-Pin is attached to the other end of the wires to plug into the NeoPixel port. Wires are fastened to the arm using some small cable ties. <em>*NOTE: This thing requires some electrical work, please proceed at your own risk and ability. I cannot take any responsibility for incorrect or faulty wiring.</em> There are various types of links to make up the arm for greater articulation; I used Link 2 and Link 3 however you can use whatever combination you need for the arm of your liking. The parts, Washer-1 (1.0 mm) & Washer-2 (0.5 mm) are optional; these go between where the arm attaches to the mount on the rail. I use a printer enclosure where all electronics are housed externally so the length of wiring from the light to the motherboard is specific to my type of setup; the length you need will depend on your own type of setup. <b><h2>Parts Required:</h2></b> <ul> <li>1 Each - NeoPixel Ring (see link above for the specific model)</li> <li>Some - 2mm Hex Bolts/Nuts/Washers - for the links to connect together to form the arm (amount needed depends on the overall length of the arm)</li> <li>1 Each - 3mm Hex Bolt/Washer - for the mount that attaches to the top rail</li> <li>1 each - M3 T-Nut - for the mount that attaches to the top rail</li> <li>3 or 4 - Small cable ties</li> <li>Wiring - 20AWG Black, Red and Blue or other color(measure how much you'll need)</li> </ul> I hope you find this thing helpful.