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Review on ๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ Creality Flexible Filament Printer Extruder by Jeff Leu

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Well thought out and equipped with everything you need.

This set is well thought out and fits perfectly. Four wheels on the track (2+2) instead of three (2+1) make it more stable and the strap fits perfectly. The extruder is thin to fit the new frame tolerances, so use it even though it's a single-gear extruder. Crate. You should have taken the time to set up this printer with a few bird's nests and at least one successful print within 24 hours in the past. (If you don't know what I mean by "bird's nest" then this mod isn't for you.) Figuring out how to route cables and secure and tidy up was the "hardest part". I drilled some holes in the top right side of the hot end frame to secure the cables with zip ties and I reused the bottom tube to route the filament up and over the top frame because I like the spools keep it close to the printer. . I used the old frame that the extruder was mounted on and its holes as an additional cable anchor point, keeping all the cables "inside" the frame. PROS: +Direct Fit+ Everything that could be mounted was on the frame (I've seen reviews where the wheels weren't mounted, which I had, including instructions on how to remove the top two wheels.) + The strap had the perfect Sized to go through the track and frame (some reviews said the belt size was wrong but I didn't). in general.) + Well designed for all the gaps and doesn't touch or hit anything that shouldn't. CONS - Instructions could have detailed how to assemble the extruder BUT* - Suggested cable routing would be good BUT* - Drill a few holes in the frame to insert zip ties to hold the hot end and extruder wires would be nice, BUT* The bolts hold the wheels could have been a bit longer to make assembly easier, but they worked as they were long enough to install the washers and bolts. BUT* If you've worked with mods and spent time with your printer, you should be able to figure out most things without even having a guide. ABOUT ME: I have two Creality Ender Pro 3s and this relocation modification took about an hour on each printer. A few modifications have already been made to my two printers which did not affect the move but should give an idea of my capabilities: I replaced: motherboard with upgraded with stepper mufflers; All fans; Hot end with Swiss end; and bed feathers with the best. I also added small profile LED lighting on the hot end so I can see underneath when printing.

Pros
  • Handsfree
Cons
  • Very expensive