Flashforge Creator Pro Slanted LCD Panel

cults3d

I love my Flashforge Creator Pro, but one ergonomic problem had to be solved - when standing next to it, I couldn't see the display clearly because it was too low and vertical. I needed either to step back or bend down. That's no longer a problem thanks to this design that features a 45% slanted front panel allowing for clear visibility from any distance. Design Goals: * Ergonomic front panel * Non-destructive - FF can always be returned to its original configuration * Can be printed directly on the FF The design is provided as is, and it works well for me but may require some tweaking, such as precise PCB screw positions. Here are notes from my build: * I printed using ABS with support material from bed only, 4 shell layers, 20% infill, PEI bed, Simplify3D. * I used white ABS, then post-processed it (mainly scraping with a Stanley blade) and painted several layers of Krylon flat black spray paint. * You'll need to obtain or create wire extenders for the two connectors - standard 0.1" male/female DuPont connectors/headers. * Since I chose not to light up the buttons, I didn't connect the bottom wire of the buttons PCB (if you do the same, you can also avoid connecting the top 5 pins which are LED wires). * I used M3 threaded inserts that I pushed with a soldering iron (letting heat do the work, don't push too hard). They're available from McMaster or eBay (search for knurled threaded inserts M3). * One downside of this design is that when you stand very close to the printer, you can see a reflection of the LCD in the clear door of the FF. If it bothers you, cover the bottom of the door with blue painter's tape. * To access the electronic box, remove the door and the black front panel of the FF - there are several M3 black screws around the front and two smaller screws toward the bottom of the printer. * The PCBs are mounted using M3 x 5mm cap head screws. Overall