Herringbone Geared Extruder
Source: Thingiverse by rhys-jones
The Herringbone Geared Extruder is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by rhys-jones. This is an attempt to combine various aspects of Adrian's and Wade's extruder drivers. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
This is an attempt to combine various aspects of Adrian's and Wade's extruder drivers. Specifically, It keeps Adrian's extruder clamping system, uses a prime number of teeth for good wear characteristics but uses Wade's hobbed bolt to do the driving. As the name suggests, the design uses Herringbone gears. This ensures that backlash is substantially reduced, which should result in the extruder requiring slightly less reverse, but more importantly run quieter. The design of the drive gear is somewhat experimental. As with other gears, this uses a grub screw to secure the gear to the motor shaft. However, on this design the hole goes through the root of one of the teeth. This takes up less space, and also lets you adjust the position of the gear without taking the motor off. However, it is q…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Herringbone Geared Extruder 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 rhys-jones.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by rhys-jones, 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.
