PitStop Linear Rail Adapter

A modified backplate + X-axis for the PitStop extruder that allows it to be used with linear rails
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Description

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This is a modified version of the PitStop Extruder (created by Mihai Designs) backplate + Adapted-Revised-X-Axis to allow for the use of linear rails instead of smooth rods + LM8U bearings.

 

Bill of Materials:

  • Parts from original revised x-axis
    • X-idler tensioner
    • Idler
    • Screws
    • Bearing spacers (optional)
  • Parts from original pitstop
    • Belt lock
    • Belt tensioner
    • Screws
  • X-Axis
    • 1x 370mm MGN9 rail with 1x MGN9H carriage
    • 1x 370mm MGN7 rail with 1x MGN7C carriage
  • Carriage
    • 3x M3 x 8mm flathead/countersunk screw
    • 3x M2 x 6mm socket head screw

The belt-attachment parts are the same as the original PitStop (see above link to PitStop website to get files)

 

Changelog:

  • 9/15/2021: Added backplate for PitStop v1.2

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Model origin

The author remixed this model.

MihaiDesigns
mihaidesigns.com

Differences of the remix compared to the original

Replaced X-axis smooth rods with linear rails

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