Prusa i3 Mk3 PSU Replacement Brace
Source: Thingiverse by EwoutG
The Prusa i3 Mk3 PSU Replacement Brace is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by EwoutG. I'm working towards putting my printer in an enclosure. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
I'm working towards putting my printer in an enclosure. For this it is advised to put the PSU outside the heated chamber and replace it with a replacement brace to keep the frame stiff. There are a few options out there already but I wanted to design my own version that uses less plastic to print, keeps visibility of the print surface as best as possible while keeping the stiffness high. To achieve this I rotated the aluminium extrusion that usually holds the PSU by 90 degrees so that the two T-nuts are now facing outward on the side rather than upward. This allows a replacement brace to be mounted so that the loads are more in line rather than having smaller brackets to connect with the original mounting locations. To do this simply undo the 8 screws holding the aluminium extrusion in pla…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Prusa i3 Mk3 PSU Replacement Brace is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by EwoutG.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by EwoutG, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.