Here are the 3D print designs for the Drive Caddies. The forum wouldn't let me upload the zip file though.
Drive Caddy ver. 3
Description of files:
1) Assembled/Drive Caddy v3_Dovetailed.stl
Example of assembled side arms with top set into place with dovetail joints.
2) Drive Caddy v3_Dovetailed Pieces.stl
Two side arms and top. Same as above but separated into three pieces.
3) Drive Caddy v3_Sides a-la-carte.stl
Two side arms only. No dovetails. Some users may have difficulty printing and/or assumbling the top piece,
so these offer a minimalist alternative.
4) Drive Caddy v3_Fused Caddy (need supports).stl
Single piece including sides and top, but will require supports. Not the recommended option, but
provided for convenience for the adventurous.
5) Illustrations/
Images of STL model
5) Photos/
Images of caddy in unit. Notice how close two caddies sit next to each other. Choice of machine screws
is very important.
Tips for Successful Printing:
- PETG, ABS, PLA+
- Solid Infill
- 0.1 mm Resolution (particularly for dovetails)
- 5+ Vertical Shell Perimeters (will help with dovetail strength)
- Slow External Perimeters [~20 mm/s] (dovetail grooves)
- Let Cool before removing from heatbed, otherwise warping may occur during removal
Assembly Instructions:
Use tape looped around top cut-out slots to create a tab/handle when maneuvering caddy. Obviously do NOT trust the
strength under the weight of an installed drive as the tape or plastic may break.
Use tapered flat head machine screws when securing side arms to drive, especially when using two drives. Tolorances
are very tight between caddies when two spindle drives are next to each other. See included photos for reference.
For dovetail pieces, use suitable glue (depending on printed material) between dovetail joints. Fit securely at
90 deg angles. Let cure per adhesive instructions. Gorilla glue worked well with PLA+.
It is possible to attach both side arms and dry-fit the top. Then very carefully apply a small amount of adhesive
to each dovetail groove using a toothpick, being very careful not to accidently glue the drive to the caddy. Apply
a gentle weight until cured.
Drive Caddy STL v3.0