X5S Corner angle plate

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I added stability to my X5S frame by attaching it to a 26mm thick square of laminated countertop material. Its excellent dimensional stability and extremely flat surface make it an ideal foundation to build on. I wanted to secure the X5S to this base, so I designed four corner angles that help square up the frame while also attaching the machine to the slab. The angle is held to the frame using four "T" nuts each. One side of the angle features a raised lip that fits against the wider 40mm side of the frame upright, serving as a stop to ensure the 40mm wide upright is perfectly square. Note: Four angles are required, so mirror the attached .stl file to create two of them. I printed the angles using my CR-10S in PLA with a layer height of 0.2mm, five perimeters, and five top/bottom layers at 215 degrees and a bed temperature of 60 degrees. I prefer printing on a mirror surface. For future prints, I may increase the infill to higher percentages like 100% since the part is relatively small. However, I did notice that the 4mm screw head of the "T" nut experienced minor compression, so it's essential to use a washer under the head or print with higher infill amounts like 60 or even 100%. If you can find a sturdy and extremely level slab to mount your printer on, it will greatly contribute to ensuring a squared-up build. Additionally, I find that it makes it easier to move the printer around as the base slides smoothly across my countertop. Simply grab the base, spin it around to access different areas of the printer without disturbing the frame in any way, and lift the entire printer by the base if necessary – this will prevent any stress or twisting on the frame. Thanks for taking a look at my setup!