Z Stabilizer

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This is used to stabilize the Z axis for Adimlab printers. It can also be used to stabilize other axes. The amount of print time and plastic it reduces compared to other z stabilizer braces is significant. When you print it out, you have two options: tap the hole in the tie block or glue a wooden dowel pin into the hole. The hole size is 3/16 inch, which can be tapped using a 1/4-20 tap if you plan to use all-thread. You can easily buy a 3/16 dowel pin on Amazon or at your local hardware store and get it cut to length. Before inserting the pin, simply sand the ends to give it a looser fit. This won't take much; just a small amount of sanding will do. Before gluing, ensure you measure the length needed as each printer is different and can be offset by up to 1/8 inch in length. No bolts are required because the pins accommodate a fit that reduces vibrations. I've updated this design with an additional brace that's more rigid and a larger hole size in the V2 tie block. Version 2 allows the rod to be glued into the tie block using epoxy for a strong bond. To check if your frame is square, use the 3-4-5 method. Measure three units out, four units up on the frame, and the diagonal should read five units. For example, measuring double units would mean measuring six units out, eight units up, and ten units on the diagonal. This ensures perfect square without needing a framing square, which can be inaccurate due to bumps or other imperfections when purchased.