XS Spool Holder

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What sets this spool holder apart from others is the XS! You want to know, I'll tell you - it's all about the details. Why settle for a design that uses 4 parts per roller when you can have 17 unique components? That's right, a total of 34 parts come together to create the excess in the XS. But do these extra parts serve an important purpose? You're asking the right person. Let's start at the bottom and explore each feature one by one. First off, four TPU printed feet provide a soft yet secure footing for the roller. These oversized feet ensure a snug fit in the stand, so you can pick up and inspect your XS Spool Holder without worrying about it falling apart. And let's be honest, who hasn't had to deal with curious little hands touching their 3D printer stand? The TPU feet help reduce vibrations from each impact. Moving on, we have a sturdy frame with wide feet for support, 6mm thick walls for strength, and grooved sides that make it easy to install bearings or washers. Plus, the recessed roller pocket ensures smooth bearing operation, while lightening holes minimize filament usage - because who doesn't want to save materials? Two 608 bearings provide silky-smooth rotational motion, guaranteeing the best spool-to-feeder transition on the market today. And to keep these bearings safe, two TPU covers cradle them in a soft supportive structure. Each cover is slightly undersized to snugly wrap your bearings. Four washers, one on each side of the bearings, ensure proper alignment and prevent the roller from interacting with the side walls. And finally, two lock-nuts hold the screws in place - because who wants to model threads? I sure don't! These features are what make you strive for XS!