Powerbelt Zero Belt Tensioner

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-This is a Belt Tensioning system [V1] for the Powerbelt Zero 3D belt printer. https://powerbelt3d.com/ -The Powerbelt Zero did not have any way to tension the belt resulting in really inconsistent belt tension. Also creating a difficult time when trying to mount a belt. I have replaced the stock belt with a .006" blued Spring Steel Shim Stock affixed on a diagonal with 2" SS tape(Aluminum tape can be used too). This system will work on the stock belt as well. -This will require conveyor rollers to be added. I've included .step and f360 files so you can modify to a different roller. -Only drilling and tapping of the 2020 extrusion is required to accept an M5 machine screw. -Optional 2040. Replaces 2 bottom 2020 rails and beefs up the contact points for the Tension Block. Requires some drilling and tapping. -You will need to find a way to attach the geared pulley to the end of the roller. I ground down the hub on mine to make it flat and used JB Weld to attach it to the end of the roller. Make a jig so that it is perfectly centered! BOM (2) Conveyor Rollers https://www.globalindustrial.com/p/1-3-8-dia-x-18-ga-aluminum-roller-25898-21-o-for-21-oaw-omni-conveyors (1) Roll of 2" or wider SS High Temp tape ( I recommend Aluminum tape for flexibility) Still working on finding a good tape that will hold well through multiple prints. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00L48YNIM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (1) 6"x50" Spring Steel Shim Stock .006 https://www.mcmaster.com/9503K35/ (4) M5x 15mm (2) M5x 35-55mm (2) M5 nylon threaded nut OPTIONAL (2) 500mm 2040 Aluminum Extrusion https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PNXNF5V/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Printed Parts: (1) RollerBushingL.stl (1) RollerBushingR.stl (2) RollerTensionBlock.stl (2) TensionBlockCap.stl