Swing up LED light for Creality Ender 3

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Note: This design isn't mine, it's actually Caster's creation, which was showcased on his YouTube Channel "Swing up LED bar for Creality CR-10 printer." The original design was specifically made for the Creality CR-10 and was uploaded to Thingiverse on August 20, 2017. It wasn't until 227 days later that Caster decided to update the design to make it compatible with the Ender 3 and Ender 3 Pro as well. However, he didn't have an Ender 3 to test his updated design. I managed to print out the thing using Caster's original design, and it matched perfectly with my x-axis mount. Unfortunately, the screw wasn't long enough to hold both the mount and z-axis stepper motor in place. So, I reached out to Caster and asked if he could resolve the issue, but he responded that he didn't have an Ender 3 to test his design on. Then, I asked him if I could modify his design, and he gave me permission. As a result, this thing is specifically designed for the Ender 3 and Ender 3 Pro without replacing the screws. If you're looking for a similar design that also requires screw replacement, you can definitely use Caster's original creation. Warning: Be careful not to overtighten the screws, or the base may collapse. Make sure to check that the stepper motor and x-axis mount are securely attached. For those who want to see how to assemble the Swing up LED bar, I've included a link to a YouTube video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-kSlTfZ6Ng The description below is copied from Caster's original design: - The light bar provides excellent illumination just where it's needed and can be swung out of the way if access is required to the print head. It also gives great illumination to the bed for taking photos or videos. The LED strip used in this design is very affordable, and you can find a 5m LED strip here: https://goo.gl/SqTKfn