Improved Dome for Flashforge Creator Pro

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Update (Jan 2017): FlashForge now ships its 2016 models with a brand-new dome made from a single piece, which is an improvement over the older version consisting of flat sheets of clear plastic attached by screws. The new dome still uses the same T-shaped cut in the back for the filament tubes, but it has not changed much since the tube path rises inside without any cuts in the back of the dome, unlike the Makerbot dome described here, which is considered better. Update (Feb 2016): Humanisticnick reported that this dome works perfectly with the FlashForge Creator Wooden: "I simply needed to trim down my filament guide tubes." This product describes an improved dome for the Flashforge Creator Pro 3D printer. This dome has a few advantages over the stock one. Better Filament Guide Path That Moves Freely The new path is designed to allow for smooth movement and easy access to the filament. Better Heat Enclosure The opening at the bottom captures heat inside the dome, preventing drafts from entering. Better Construction This one-piece dome is more sturdy than the flimsy stock dome. Looks Much Better The design of this dome is sleeker and more modern. You can purchase a similar product, MakerBot Replicator 2X Acrylic Dome Cover, here: http://store.makerbot.com/parts-accessories/replicator-2-2x/x1-rep2x-top-enclosure.html. The Makerbot dome has a different shape at the bottom and does not fit into the opening of the Flashforge case. To keep it in place, I used two rubber-coated magnets from Amazon CMS Magnetics 9 lb Holding Power Neodymium Magnetic Hook Rubber Coated (Pack of 2) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IGHBD7I. However, these magnets are not necessary and the dome stays in place without them. When placing the magnets, it is essential to avoid a high impact on the acrylic dome by placing them on their side and turning them slowly until they make full contact with the dome. In addition to this improved dome, I am also using a modified filament tube holder at the back of the case. The holder is slanted and moves the feeding point closer to the center of the spool. You can find its 3D model in my account here as well.