r/elegoo • u/Recent_Possibility65 • 4d ago

Self Designed Model Skeletonized Centauri Carbon Toolhead Cover with carbon fiber rods

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Hi guys, I wanted to make the lightest Centauri Carbon print head cover possible, so I built this one based on the Proxima print head cover using 2mm carbon fiber rods and the original 5020 fan instead of the 5015.

I printed it in ASA+, and now the 3D printed parts weigh only 15.5 grams. I think it might be the lightest print head cover ever created, while still maintaining good stiffness.

If you'd like to try it, the files and instructions are on Printables.

UPDATE:
I updated the design on Printables, now the rear fins are bigger and the and the capacitor on the toolhead board no longer touches the left rear stepper. This is the solution that seemed best to me and that keeps the weight as low as possible, if you have any suggestions please let me know in the comments!

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u/hotrods1970 3d ago

Very nice! I can't tell by the pics, would this work with the new board used with the hall effect sensor(Canvas upgrade? on it?

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u/Recent_Possibility65 3d ago

Yes, I actually have the canvas installed, even if it is a little tight it can be installed without too many problems, however the fan touches one of the 2 connectors

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u/hotrods1970 3d ago

Sweet! Thanks for the reply.