Something small: Easy spool holder with 8mm rod for Prusa i3
Yes, another i3 spool holder… But do you need to quick swap different spools with 1.75mm filaments? I like the simplicity of the original Prusai3 Plus/MK2 spool holders, but I refuse to move it along tight dural frame with every different spool width. If you have some old/spare 8mm rod (156mm or longer), my design is directly for you.
Simply lift the axis and change the spool with filament. It is suitable for the original #Prusai3 Plus or the brand new MK2 with dural frame (or clones). No bearings needed at all. More info via the link.
Sure, it’s working. (Follow the link and then click for more pictures. I have done several different prototypes prior this version. Even without any non-printed parts. But 8mm rod works better.)
Oh cool. I hadn’t seen I could swipe to see those photos.
I’m a fan of the bearingless spool mount you can just lift the spool off of. I use a stick on my i2. Yes, a stick. The i3 does make you think a bit harder…