Z-Brace 0.5

cults3d

This is my take on a Z-brace for the Wanhao Duplicator i3 and probably its clones (not the plus versions). I designed this to leave as much open workspace as possible while maintaining maximum stability. I call this "Z-brace 0.5" since it braces halfway up the Z-gantry. The mod comes with optional adjustable damper-feet. It's really rigid, easy to assemble and only requires two 250mm threaded rods and some M3-screws and nuts. All parts print without support if you have decent cooling. If you are having trouble printing the threaded parts, there is an extra tolerance version of those parts. You need to drill six small holes in your printer frame, I'm including a printable "helper" to get the holes right as well as easy to follow instructions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AglEk3ycHeA Hardware needed: 2x M8-250mm threaded rod 6x M3 screws, at least 8mm long 6x M3 nuts Check your local hardware store or order them online. Tools needed: 1x 3mm drill bit 1x 2mm drill bit (or smaller) 1x larger drill bit (like 8mm) for deburring 1x square tool (recommended) or a spirit level 1x adjustable wrench or 13mm wrench/spanner 1x 2.5mm hex wrench 1x needle nose pliers also helpful: 1x 13mm socket wrench/bit