External spool holder

thingiverse

Allows a large filament spool to fit smoothly onto a Fabtotum fabricator with ease. This unique design is an original take, inspired by shomar's impressive creation at http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:649462. By utilizing spare parts from an old inkjet printer, I was able to swap in a smaller rod, providing flexibility for users who may not have the exact components called for. This modified design is accompanied by customizable SCAD files that enable users to specify the diameter of their preferred rod, giving them complete control over their project. **Easy Instructions for Assembling Your Stand:** Discover your ideal metal rod, then adjust the "rodDiameter" setting in SpoolStandAssembly.scad to match its precise measurement. Designed with a standard 608 bearing in mind – readily available from online retailers like eBay and Amazon – this setup ensures seamless integration with rollerblades or skateboards. Secure one half of each stand component onto the bearing, followed by pressing the assembled stand halves plus bearing into place within the base unit. With a metal rod sliding through the perfectly crafted hole, your setup will be complete in no time! As I encountered some resistance during my build, it was essential to drill out the hole slightly to ensure a snug fit. Those utilizing similar rods as mine can remove and repurpose rubber rings used to facilitate paper movement within inkjet printers; these can then be skillfully fitted on either side of each stand assembly, ensuring optimal stability.