Extruder Centrifugal Fan Mount for Duplicator i3 and Maker Select V2 Printers

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This project was remixed from: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2060590. I really liked the Eiii Cooler that is on Thingiverse for Duplicator i3 style printers, but it had one major flaw - it interfered with z-braces. To solve this problem, I remixed the blower fan 90 degrees counterclockwise of its original position, providing clearance to build as tall as the printer allows. This cooler is particularly beneficial because it allows the printer to perform well with flexible filaments. Any attempt I had with the original extruder fan resulted in material wrapping up in the extruder gear due to insufficient cooling and had no chance of retracting correctly. If you're looking to print flexibles with this type of printer, I would call this modification essential. The module is very simple and uses the same socket head cap screws as the factory 40mm fan setup. The heat sink is not needed with this design; however, if you'd like to use it, it presses tightly into the 3D printed part. Parts List: * 1X Blower Fan Mount.stl * 1X M4x20mm Button Socket Head Cap Screw * 1X M4 Nut * 1X 50mm x 15mm Blower Fan (link below) Printer Settings: * This print requires supports. If your printer performs well with overhangs, you can use supports only touching the build plate. Blower fan link: https://www.amazon.com/SoundOriginal-Humidifier-Aromatherapy-Appliances-Replacement/dp/B071WMHNG5/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1547872896&sr=8-3&keywords=40mm+blower+fan Please feel free to comment with any questions or input you may have.