FT 2020 i3 V-Slot E3D Extruder Mount

thingiverse

This is my new mount for my Folger Tech 2020 i3 with V-Slot X axis. My goals for this design were straightforward: I wanted an on-axis extruder for flexible filaments, keep the hot-end up to preserve Z build height, and minimize weight while keeping it close to the rail as possible. With 195mm of Z-travel, Flex works great, and I'm happy with the center of gravity - especially when compared to other designs. My goals were accomplished! This design is an adaptation from Sonnylowe's excellent work on the V-Slot mini-gantry mount, for which I extend my gratitude. I'm using the original drive block from the FT 2020 kit and have another version that incorporates a printed drive block; check out my other projects for that. The sensor this mount is built for is this one from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008FZC8F2 I'm using an E3D Lite6 hotend, and I've added a short length of PTFE tube that runs from the bottom of the drive block through the mount into the hotend. This provides support for nearly the entire post-drive gear run. Flex filaments work well with this setup. Print Settings Rafts: None Supports: Yes Resolution: .2mm Infill: 50%