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Hypercube 300 Reworked Z axis
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###Hypercube Reworked Z axis
What is it?
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In order to keep the original build height on my [horizontal X axis conversion](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3201330) I had several options.
* Increase the bed height relative to the Z assembly, could cause instability.
* Increase the top Z shaft mounts, could also increase stability.
* Redesign the Z bearing holders.
So now what?
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The last option has no downsides and allowed me to redesign this part to my liking to fit LM8LUU bearings with the clearances I want. Why I was at it I also wanted to reinforce both top and bottom shaft clamps for added rigidity. While this is probably overkill since the bed has almost no lateral forces applied to it, it doesn't hurt to improve. Also, the clamps are compatible with the default HC300 ones so it's not necessary to print these.
Another added benefit is that the top shaft clamp can be more easily adjusted because the screw holes aren't blocke
What is it?
---------------------
In order to keep the original build height on my [horizontal X axis conversion](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3201330) I had several options.
* Increase the bed height relative to the Z assembly, could cause instability.
* Increase the top Z shaft mounts, could also increase stability.
* Redesign the Z bearing holders.
So now what?
---------------------
The last option has no downsides and allowed me to redesign this part to my liking to fit LM8LUU bearings with the clearances I want. Why I was at it I also wanted to reinforce both top and bottom shaft clamps for added rigidity. While this is probably overkill since the bed has almost no lateral forces applied to it, it doesn't hurt to improve. Also, the clamps are compatible with the default HC300 ones so it's not necessary to print these.
Another added benefit is that the top shaft clamp can be more easily adjusted because the screw holes aren't blocke
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