Z Axis/Extruder plate bracket

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This is an energy chain bracket that is mounted directly to the extruder motor plate. It makes it possible to connect the cable chain (Jonniewhiskey's cable links) from the frame to the extruder. The design utilizes the original hardware plus an optional push clip in the corner hole of the extruder plate for additional support. However, the push clip may need to be scaled depending on your printer settings and the tolerance of the hole. It is a tight fit that helps keep the corner of the bracket securely in place. To install the energy chain bracket: Remove two nuts from the lower rollers and the Z-axis screw. Place the bracket in its designated spot and secure it with the nuts. I omitted a washer due to the tight clearance behind the extruder motor. The push clip is optional; you may need to re-level your bed if you loosen the guide wheels. I created this energy chain bracket to keep the end of the cable chain supported and maintain neat wiring. Some users have relocated their wiring from its original position, so I added a "wing" on either side of the bracket for laying down wires and slots for small wire ties.