Yet Another CR 10 V2 build plate cable chain

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UPDATE 1-16-21 I strongly believe that this design is fundamentally flawed. The chain's configuration causes the cable to bend at an excessively tight angle, which will inevitably compromise its reliability over time. As it stands now, my printer bed is exhibiting wildly fluctuating temperatures whenever it moves, and I'm convinced that the cable is on the verge of breaking. In light of this, I advise against using this setup until I can find a way to increase the bend radius. ORIGINAL: I'm still trying to understand why minor adjustments were necessary in the first place. The plate is specifically designed to attach directly above the lower group of wires on the CR10-V2 (which I believe includes the Z-height and z-stop sensors). To secure it, I used a M4 bolt and T nut, both of which appear to be extras from the CR-10 V2 kit. This simple modification keeps the build plate power cord from dragging against the frame, potentially extending its lifespan. If you're planning to enclose your printer and heat it up to around 50C or higher, I recommend using ABS or PETG filament. PLA will sag noticeably when exposed to warm temperatures. For the chain, please visit Steven Fayers' website for procurement. During my own print job, I found that one of the links required rotation, despite being labeled as such. No additional support is needed for this design. To ensure successful printing of the links themselves, I opted for a raft-based approach, as I was experiencing difficulties with small features adhering properly during printing.