Railcore II BMG + Precision Piezo Orion - Printed Y-Carriage

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<h3>Railcore Bondtech BMG &amp; Precision Piezo Orion Mount(s)</h3> <p>This is a lengthy ReadMe that includes printing suggestions and required additional hardware. Additional components are listed at end, including<strong>required Piezo Mount.</strong></p> <p><strong>Update March 2 2019</strong> Groovemount &amp; Fusion Overhaul</p> <ul> <li>Now includes E3D v6 Groovemount Orion Mount</li> <li>Fusion Files updated for all v1.2 parts</li> <li>All files have been completely rebuilt for clarity and organization</li> <li>New <a href="https://gallery.autodesk.com/fusion360/projects/137646/railcore-ii-bondtech-bmg-plus-precision-piezo-orion-mount">Fusion Gallery Link</a></li> <li>New version of the Drag Chain frame-side mount compatible with the Halo</li> </ul> <h3>Design Direction</h3> <ul> <li>Full replacement of Y-Carriage with 100% compatibility to stock Railcore hardware</li> <li>Mass centered over centerline (BMG filament path is off-center)</li> <li>Bracing for motor during travel moves</li> <li>Minimal supports required for printing</li> <li>Y-Carriage prints in 2 parts for strength and modularity; no supports needed</li> <li>Bring-your-own hot end, anything that mounts to the Orion lower-mount (currently E3D groove mount or threaded heatsink, Slice Mosquito) bolts into place</li> <li>Multiple part cooling fan options</li> <li>Full Fusion 360 project available</li> </ul> <h3>STL File Names &amp; Variants</h3> <p>*<strong>Y_Carriage.stl</strong>: replaces original Railcore II Y-Carriage 1:1. No additional hardware, bolts into linear rail block as per original. *<strong>Top_Cap_Simple.stl</strong>: Motor and BMG mount. Bolts to the top of Y-Carriage. No add-ons *<strong>Top_Cap_ZipTie.stl</strong>: Motor and BMG mount. Bolts to the top of Y-Carriage. Prints with sidecar that allows wiring to be zip tied to mount. *<strong>Top_Cap_DragChain.stl</strong>: Motor and BMG mount. Bolts to the top of Y-Carriage. Note very specific to my hardware can be modified for other *<strong>Top_Cap_Utility</strong>: Motor and BMG mount. Small extension to attach additional parts if desired *<strong>E3D_Groove_Mount_Spacer.stl</strong>: Spacer to fill lower portion of BMG and nominally keep ptfe tube stable. Optional. *<strong>Groovemount Spacer v1.0</strong>: Optional filler/adapter for BMG interior</p> <h3>Fusion 360 Project</h3> <ul> <li>Full project available for modifications/tweaking/etc. Feel free to let me know if you've made an improvement you think should be part of main package for all to use. <a href="https://gallery.autodesk.com/fusion360/projects/137646/railcore-ii-bondtech-bmg-plus-precision-piezo-orion-mount">https://gallery.autodesk.com/fusion360/projects/137646/railcore-ii-bondtech-bmg-plus-precision-piezo-orion-mount</a></li> </ul> <h3>Required Hardware</h3> <p>| Description | Link | | --- | --- | | Precision Piezo Orion | <a href="https://www.precisionpiezo.co.uk/product-page/precision-piezo-orion-pcb">https://www.precisionpiezo.co.uk/product-page/precision-piezo-orion-pcb</a> | | Bondtech BMG | <a href="https://www.filastruder.com/collections/bondtech/products/bondtech-bmg-extruder">https://www.filastruder.com/collections/bondtech/products/bondtech-bmg-extruder</a> | | Attach Top Cap to Y-Carriage (3) M3 x 6mm flat head bolts | <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-M3-0-5-x-6-mm-Stainless-Steel-Flat-Head-Phillips-Metric-Machine-Screw-2-Piece-per-Bag-843608/204849558">https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-M3-0-5-x-6-mm-Stainless-Steel-Flat-Head-Phillips-Metric-Machine-Screw-2-Piece-per-Bag-843608/204849558</a> | | Top Cap Utility (2) M3 x 3mm Insert | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IYWTCWW | | BMG Filler/Adapter (Optional) | <a href="https://snolabs.com/anodized-aluminum-adapter-direct-bowden-1-75/">https://snolabs.com/anodized-aluminum-adapter-direct-bowden-1-75/</a> |</p> <h3>Assembly Notes</h3> <p><strong>Print Orientation</strong></p> <ul> <li>Y-Carriage(s): On side with zip tie cutout facing up</li> <li>Top Cap(s): Upright no supports</li> <li>Blower Fan Carrier: Large flat circle on bed. Supports for angled mounting point suggested.</li> <li>Blower Fan Nozzle: Vertical prints best on it's back (air entry side). Suggest large brim and a small support underneath. No supports needed inside nozzle itself.</li> <li>Groove Mount Filler: Upright no supports</li> </ul> <h3>Part of the Emma Puggle Railcore II Collection</h3> <p>| Description | Link | | --- | --- | | Railcore II BMG + Precision Piezo Orion - Printed Carriage | <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3240565">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3240565</a> | | Railcore II BMG + Precision Piezo Orion - Aluminum Y-Carriage | <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3461186">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3461186</a> | | Sice Mosquito/Magnum Precision Piezo Orion Mount | <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3456684">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3456684</a> | | E3D v6 Precision Piezo Orion Mount | <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3646599">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3646599</a> | | Railcore II Drag Chain | <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3582159">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3582159</a> | | Railcore II Aluminum Y Carriage Belt Retainer | <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3597877">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3597877</a> | | Railcore II Fan Adapters | <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3646685">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3646685</a> | | Railcore II Part Cooling Fan Support Bracket | <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3598226">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3598226</a> |</p> Category: 3D Printer Parts