Flashforge FFC Pro Vent Kit

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Latest UPDATE 8/14/16 Added a Straight Coupling Adapter for the clear hose listed, see pictures, works with all existing parts but now allows easy plug and unpluging of the hose and I use the Vent plug when ventilation system is not in use. This is meant to be a full ventilation kit for a Flashforge Creator Pro. You will need to print: -Top Replacement pieces for FFC Pro: FFC PRO Vent Top Left and Right (2 pieces total) -Duct to mount to top of new FFC Pro Top: 4in Vent adapter from ffcp01 file duct.mount (1) -A 120mm Fan to 4in Vent Hose adapter (1) Recommended to print but not needed: -120mm exhaust cap (designed for smooth exhaust directed downward with blocked line of sight, preventing most drafts and rain) -FFC PRO Hood Plug Remix (Trapping additional heat inside for printing ABS) -Some form of side plugs, many available on thingiverse (to trap heat) -4in Vent Plug (for when not in use in an air conditioned home, I originally intended for this to be wrapped in a compliant tape like electrical tape but this is not sealing as well as I'd want, and will likely make another version in the future) You will need to buy: -1x 120mm fan (you can use more, or use a different fan setup with a different adapter), I used a Corsair SP https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-SP120-High-Performance-Twin/dp/B007RESFYK -1x 4in Duct hose, I originally purchased https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003CLL9V8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and the fittings are currently setup to take both hoses as pictured, but I prefer this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000DZFTEO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 which is more flexible. -1x 12 volt power supply, anything will do to power one fan, I used: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MGG6SC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (it really can only power two fans and there is a good speed drop) -4x #8 or #6 screws, depending on how accurate your hole drilling is 2.5 to 3in long, and nuts 4x #8 or #6 screws, depending on how accurate your printing is 1in long and nuts -1x piece of 1inx6inxwidth of your window, I used cedar which is recommended, or you will need a painted board or weather resistant material if you want it exposed Nice to haves: -Foam and tape to seal the window sash where open above, and stick on foam around the board, mine is sealed pretty tight. -A way to make this work between my fan and the outside http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:529661 I haven't tried yet but would be a nice solution, short of that there will be a sliding door eventually, for now the plug. With everything above I am able to print abs without warping, and without any hint of fumes. Note the Exhaust port pictured, that was printed with this setup, without it installed. I still recommend running a in room hepa filter for any leftover fumes, but at least I don't mind staying in the room while its printing. There were two updates: UPDATE 8/14/16 -> Added a Straight Coupling Adapter for the clear hose listed, see pictures, works with all existing parts but now allows easy plug and unpluging of the hose and I use the Vent plug when ventilation system is not in use. UPDATE 8/8/16 -> Received the clear hose today from amazon (pictured), much easier to work with (if a danger to easy puncture, avoid animals). The fit is a bit off on my current setup of adapters, I may have to remix the linked 4in outlet and the 120 to 4, but it works pretty well. I would recommend getting the clear hose if you don't have a danger of tearing the plastic (there is a pic of both to help you choose, both are $10). Print Settings Printer: FFC Pro and Rostock Max V2 Rafts: No Supports: No Resolution: .15-.35 Infill: 7-15% Notes: These were printed on two different printers in PLA and ABS. Anything outside needs to be in ABS or something durable.