Mod XYZ Da Vinci to use Pico hot end

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After flashing Repetier firmware I wanted to mod My Da Vinci to allow for printing with other filament types than ABS. These are the parts I printed to mount a B3 Pico Hot end. So far I am able to print ABS, PLA, NinjaFlex, and PTEG. This is a remix from a E3d Mod the parts were a bit too large to fit the groove mount on the pico, I Redrew that in the STLs. The pico end can be purchased here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vX9r4Ncr4dU Get the groove mount version. Update 26MAY2015: I have included some pics of samples that I have done in ABS, PLA, Laywood, and Bridge Nylon. THese all worked fairly easily in the temp ranges they recommended. So far Fila-flex has been temperamental, and ABS with Carbon fiber needed a larger diameter opening on the hot end nozzle. It is on the way. Instructions FOR THE PARTS: pretty straight forward, I would familiarize yourself with the breakdown of the Da Vinci by watching this series of videos. Do not be confused by all of the parts for the E3d end the Pico is already assembled and ready to go. Also, I bought new screws to replace because the thickness of the mod they are M3 X10, M3X12, and M3x35. Also you will need some M3 nuts (4 for the fan) So disassemble, and reassemble as he shows in the video, I found the whole thing was a bit wobbly so I also printed the gasket part in Filaflex after the first step disassembled it a 2nd time and put in the gasket. FOR THE PCB: Remove the Spring clip to mount the PCB clip. (I flipped the PCB upside down by mistake in the pictures) Aligned the filament sensor with the feed tube, and zip strip it into place (i do not want to drill holes in the PCB. FOR THE FAN: Take the existing 5V fan and install it to draw air out across the Pico where it is clipped on. re-attach to the PCB board and the fan will still be under the firmware control. FOR FLEX: To constrain the Flex filament I took a short bit of the PTFE tube from the filament feed and slipped into the cold side of the Pico it just fits, I then fed it under the extruder and stretched it a bit to help guide the filament into the extruder. PHOTOS: In the pictures, for the most part I printed in white to be easier to see, however in a few of the earlier shots the PCB clip was the original shape and in blue. Also, please do not comment on the dangly wires, I pulled the plastic wraps and enclosed them all after these photos. I am very pleased with the results. Please be sure to ask if you have any questions.