Steamboat Ed's Die Filer 2.5 (Remix)

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THIS IS A REMIX OF STEAMBOAT ED's Die Filer. The only change is a combination of the instructions from version 1.0 and 2.0 AND an updated Gearbox Frame with corrected holes to better fit 15mm Bearings correctly and the proper orientation of the hole pattern.DIE FILERThis machine mounts a file and drives it up and down to do detail work in corners or inside enclosed shapes. Die filers are common but tend to be bulky so I made a little benchtop version. It's great for reaching places that a Rout-a-Burr can't get to.VERSION 2.0-This one has a number of improvements, including a stiffer table and a built-in speed controller. Power comes from a wall wart, and anything over 9v will do. I'm using a random 12v, 200mA one, and it works fine.After the parts are printed, you will need to get the following parts:--The gears have hexagonal center holes to hold hexagonal shaft collars. These collars are threaded for set screws that grip the driveshafts securely. I got these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QNHQGZB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1(JUKE's NOTE: These collars are a bit too long to fit in the Gearbox Frame without milling some off. Here are some shorter ones that SHOULD work: https://www.amazon.com/Aluminum-Thickness-Adaptors-Screws-Crawler/dp/B0739TSCNC/ref=sr_1_6?crid=8AML6O45VH7M&keywords=10mm+Widen+12mm+Hex+Wheel+Hubs&qid=1698966735&s=toys-and-games&sprefix=10mm+widen+12mm+hex+wheel+hubs%2Ctoys-and-games%2C168&sr=1-6 )--You'll also need a pair of 6mm shafts (I got more than I needed!): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072JPQX4Q/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1--And the shafts need three bearings total: 6mm id and 16mm od but I've found that size hard to find. I've included a new part: Gearbox_Frame15mm_01 which will accept the more common 6 x 15 mm bearings available here: https://www.amazon.com/uxcell-Bearing-6x15x5mm-Shielded-Bearings/dp/B07Z3F1MR5/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=flanged%2Bbearings%2B6x15&qid=1634408972&sr=8-3&th=1--For a motor controller I use one of these; they're extremely cheap and easy to hook up:RioRand RR-PWM-15V Low Voltage Dc 1.8v 3v 5v 6v 12v Motor Speed Controller, 2A PWM--The motor I picked is the most common one I could find; it's 35.75mm diameter and has a splined shaft that's approx 1/8" diameter. I got mine from sciplus.com Amazon calls it: Weelye 2 Pcs 24V 30000RPM Children's Powered Wheel Electric Motor ,24 Volt Motor Drive Engine Accessory for Car Children Ride on Toys Replacement Parts.--Finally here's a short video of the thing in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poN9FIq0uTE--Tools needed:-M4 tap-M3 tap-Metric hex keys and wrenches--Fasteners needed:-12: M4 x 12mm flat head screws and nuts to attach parts to the base-3: M4 x 12mm flat head screws and one nut to attach table to A frame.-4: M3 x 10mm socket head screws to fasten controller to its mount-3: M3 x 10mm set screws to secure bearings to their mount-2: M4 x 10mm set screws to secure file to 'piston'-2: M4 x 8mm socket head screws and nuts to connect support struts to A frame-2: M4 x 10mm socket head screws for motor top strap-4: M4 x 10mm socket head screws to secure piston guides-1: M4 x 12mm socket head screw to fasten connecting rod to piston