Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Anet A8 Motor Mount Replacement (with Z Axis REAL Fix) is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by klownius, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

Anet A8 Motor Mount Replacement (with Z Axis REAL Fix)

Source: Thingiverse by klownius

The Anet A8 Motor Mount Replacement (with Z Axis REAL Fix) is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by klownius. The best thing for the Anet A8 to avoid any Z Axis wobble, errors, travel issues, etc is to Straighten Up those wild Z threaded rods! Binding the top, center or any other part of. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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Tags: Anet, A8, Motor, Mount, Replacement, (with, Z, Axis, REAL, Fix)

About this model

The best thing for the Anet A8 to avoid any Z Axis wobble, errors, travel issues, etc is to Straighten Up those wild Z threaded rods! Binding the top, center or any other part of the Z axis will not help as much as making the two rods on each side parallel to one another. I took Simhopp's Replacement Motor Mount, and I adjusted it so that it has slotted (oval) screw holes for the four motor screws. Also, I adjusted the motor hole so that it is also slotted (oval). Each Z Axis motor can be slid to the left or right. This should straighten up those threaded rods and allow the Z carriages to slide up and down smoothly. Now, it is possible to reprint the carriages on either side so that they straighten up the Z threaded rod, too. They can still be used with this mod to tweak it just right. And…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Anet A8 Motor Mount Replacement (with Z Axis REAL Fix) is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link 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 klownius.
Who made this model?: Designed by klownius, 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.