Build a Complete Cycloidal Extruder for 3D Printer
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Build a Complete Cycloidal Extruder for 3D Printer
This shows how to make a complete cycloidal extruder that can actually be used in a 3D printer.
STL(free): https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/various/the-cycloidal-extruder
It took me a lot of time to design, make and test before and after. I have also used this to print many models. In order to let everyone pay more attention to and understand this extruder, you can enter this FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3202068370116874
Supplies
1 8 prints;
2 M3 X 18 Socket Head Cap (12);
3 M3-0.5 x 8 Socket Set Grub Screws (2);
4 Flanged Ball Bearing 5x11x5mm (2);
5 Flange Ball Bearing 8x12x3.5mm (2);
6 U-Groove Bearing 3x10x4mm (2);
7 M3 Knurled Brass Nut 3X4X4.5 (1);
8 PC4-M6 Mini Pneumatic connector;
9 PTFE Teflon tubing 5ft- 2mm ID X 4mm OD;
10 Knurl Flat Head Hand Tighten Thumb Screw M3X20mm;
11 Nylon Flat Washers M3 6mm OD 3mm ID 0.5mm;
12 Spring 0.8x615mm;
13 Nema17 Stepper Motor;
14 big gear;
15 stainless steel pipe 3x0.5(wall thickness) ;
Assemble the Idler Arm
1 screw can not be overturned;
2 Flange Ball Bearing 8x12x3.5mm;
Assemble the Extrusion Gear
1Extrusion gear fitted with 5X11X5mm bearing;
2 Motor shaft notch to the left;
Assembling the Eccentric Shaft
1 Make sure that the motor shaft cannot move;
2 Use Flange Ball Bearing 8x12x3.5mm;
Assembly the Cycloidal Disc
you must pay attention to the direction of the cycloidal disc assembly, otherwise it cannot be assembled, please follow the video prompts.
Repeat Steps 3 and 4
Also pay attention to the direction signs
Install the Ring Pins
1 Press the Flanged Ball Bearing 5x11x5mm first;
2 Cover the ring pins and tighten it with M3X18mm screws;
Install the Stainless Steel Tube
Stainless Steel Tube Size: 3x0.5(wall thickness) 11mm long;
Assemble the Top Cover
1 Use M3X18mm screws;
2 Here I use a top cover made of 4mm carbon fiber board;
Assembly the Idler Arm on It
Use M3X18mm screws
Install Spring and Screw
Here I use the same spring and screw as the Orbiter V1.5
Install the PC4-M6 Mini Pneumatic Connector
Screw in the Mini Pneumatic Connector directly, you need a wrench.