Ultimate Wanhao i3 X Belt tensioner
Source: Thingiverse by typoman
The Ultimate Wanhao i3 X Belt tensioner is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by typoman. This thing lets you easily adjust the tension of the X-belt, give great belt parallelism, and makes assembly/disassembly much easier than the two wobbly OEM bolts. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
This thing lets you easily adjust the tension of the X-belt, give great belt parallelism, and makes assembly/disassembly much easier than the two wobbly OEM bolts. ####It comes in 2 parts: 1. Main block (3 options) 2. Sliding block Choose from 3 options for the main block. They all hold the belt perfectly well. I would not make a decision based on their performance when printing. The difference is how easy the belt is to remove from each. 1. Toothed - holds the belt to the main block using the GT2 tooth pattern. Extremely stable. Belt removal takes a lot of work. 2. Looped - allows the belt to hold itself in place by overlapping its own teeth. Common design in other belt holders. I did a partial print to test this and it holds extremely well. Removal was easier than the toothed version, bu…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Ultimate Wanhao i3 X Belt tensioner 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 typoman.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by typoman, 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.