Printrbot Simple Metal LED mount

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A mount for attaching 3 LEDs to the Printrbot Metal Simple to provide light during a print so you an see the process clearly. I was sick of shining a torch on the print when checking it out, so I designed this. The mount clips easily onto the z probe, no screws/fancy alterations required. Other required components 3 white LEDs a suitable resistor wires to power the LEDs Instructions Print the mount. I used a small stripboard section to mount the LEDs. I simply put 3 LEDs in parallel, and limited the current with an 100 ohm resistor. The mounting holes are designed with the stripboard hole spacings. I added a header pin to allow connecting power to it. Put the PCB onto the mount. The LEDs had a perfect fit for me, and are held in place by friction. Clip the mount onto the z probe. Connect a power source to the LEDs. I used the +5v and ground pins on the EXP1 header of the printrboard.