MakerBot Mini Build Plate Support

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Over time, frequent removal and installation of the MakerBot Mini build Plate can cause it to become loose and move up and down at the front. At first, this isn't an issue when everything is new and firm, but as the built plate's brackets start to wear out, the build plate can begin moving around. This affects print quality or causes Smart Extruder issues. The Mini Stabilizer Plate can be printed on a Mini and simply drops into place before installing the build plate as per usual. It adds solid support underneath the build plate so it can't drop down. Movement is almost eliminated. The Build Plate Stabilizer prints upside down, so make sure to invert it when you install it. This makes the Stabilizer lock against the existing brackets to form a solid and stable base for the Mini build plate to sit on. Please note: The Stabilizer Plate was developed with Replicator 2 prints in mind. Check if it doesn't affect the original build plate height or position, as this could impact the Mini's positioning and/or first layers. This is designed to support the original build plate and make it more solid, not reposition it or alter its level. Check when installing it and watch the start of the first print closely. To achieve the desired result for your Mini, you may need to print using slightly scaled Z height (the development print functions perfectly but not every machine will print the same as this was on a Replicator 2). Nothing directly related to the Build Plate Support should affect the standard Build Plate level; use the Z-Offset feature in MakerBot Desktop to increase the start clearance when first installing this plate. This provides a safety margin just in case. Even without the support plate fitted, I've been adding 0.24mm to ensure adequate clearance so extrusion starts well... which helps avoid extruder issues.