Spool Adapter for 8mm axis / Spulenadapter für 8mm Achse

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# Why I wanted a simple filament hub adapter that works for the spool dimensions of both of my favorite filament brands, which needs no screws and can be printed quickly. To install the hub you have to push the two parts together and turn them 90 degrees counterclockwise. The hub is designed for an 8 mm axis, such as a cheap 8 mm aluminum rod like this - https://amzn.to/2AAfzrj. The rod is mounted to my shelf with my thing https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3337942. It fits the spools from SUNLU https://amzn.to/2ALKuRs and Janbex https://amzn.to/2D48Ffu that I use. If you are using spools from other brands, see the drawing I uploaded and compare the dimensions. # Details To install the hub, push the two parts together with some force and turn them 90 degrees counterclockwise. The hub is designed for an 8 mm axis, such as a cheap 8 mm aluminum rod like this - https://amzn.to/2AAfzrj. I mounted the rod to my shelf using my thing https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3337942. It fits the spools from SUNLU https://amzn.to/2ALKuRs and Janbex https://amzn.to/2D48Ffu that I use. If you are using spools from other brands, see the drawing I uploaded and compare the dimensions. # How to Print I used PLA. In my experience, PETG and ABS is not so tolerant when you bend it. * Orientation: The flat side should lay on the Heatbed. * Layer thickness: 0.2 mm * Infill: 60 - 100% * Support: Only for the locking contour. # Experience It needs more force than I thought to mount it, but it works and the spool rotates smoothly. # Be careful! If you have to use too much force while mounting the two parts, they can break! Wear protective eyewear! # Have Fun! The links marked with * are affiliate links. If you click on them and buy, I will get some commission. The price you pay stays the same. Help me finance my hobby.