Snapmaker 2.0 A350 Snap-In Quick Change Laser Bed Adapters

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See how quick the bed change is here: https://youtu.be/VdP2vrEPxQw VERSION 2 UPDATE: I redesigned these adapters to print in about half the time using much less material (down to about 4.5 hour print time per adapter) while maintaining rigidity. Also, the plates now hook in the rear and wedge into place in the front to avoid movement in any direction for perfect laser accuracy. This is a digital download STL file to print your own laser bed adapters. These are designed to be printed from the Snapmaker itself then attach to the laser bed plates using ten M4x8 hex screws which screw directly into the plastic (do not overtighten). I designed these adapters so fit very snug and 'snap' into place to avoid any movement which may ruin a laser etch/cut. Simply place the back on first, slide into place so the build plate goes into the slots, then press the front into place as seen in the video in the description. I printed this using the following and had zero issues, but these are by no means requirements. Feel free to adjust material, infill, and quality as desired: Material: PLA Infill: 20% Layer Height: 0.28mm Rafts: No Supports: I placed two tiny supports under each hook just to get a slightly cleaner print (see images). I imagine it'll print great without, but may need slight cleanup to ensure the build plate slides into the gap. PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE FINAL INSTALLATION The laser module needs to be recalibrated to compensate for the new bed height since we're adding onto the 3d print plate rather than removing it. This only needs to be performed once and the settings will be stored, but If the unit is not recalibrated, the laster module will smash into the bed. To calibrate, install the laser head module and power the unit on. DO NOT INSTALL THE LASER BED YET. Once the unit is powered up, begin the laser calibration as outlined in the manual. When you get to the point of adjusting the Z axis, raise the Z level using the jog mode until it's raised enough to fit the laser bed. Snap in the laser bed as shown in the video, then continue the calibration process outlined in the manual for lowering the unit to the surface. Once the calibration is complete, you simply need to measure the material thickness and insert that value as you normally would when you begin a project. To ensure the calibration was successful, it is recommended that you begin one project with the laser bed removed, enter the material thickness, and ensure the z-axis moves to the proper location and wouldn't smash into the bed if it was installed. DO NOT ACTUALLY START THE LASER ETCH WITH THE BED REMOVED AS THIS WILL DAMAGE THE 3D PRINT BED.