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2How to Assemble the Reprap Wilson 3D printer
3Written by Martin Rice <mrice411@gmail.com>
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61. Identify the components
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82. Assemble the Y axis (part 1)
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11 a. The two M10 threaded rods
12 b. The Y axis smooth rods
13 c. The plastic Y end pieces (2)
14 d. The two plastic frame brace supports
15 e. 12 M10 nuts and washers
16 f. Four linear bearings (LM8UU)
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183. Assemble the Frame (part 1)
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21 a. The two side pieces of 2020 aluminum extrusion (the longer ones, generally)
22 b. One of the two horizontal pieces of 2020 aluminum extrusion (the shorter ones, generally)
23 c. 36 T-slot nuts
24 d. 28 M5 x 8mm screws
25 e. The plastic Z motor holders (2)
26 f. The plastic rear frame brackets (2)
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284. Mount the Y axis to the frame
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304.1 The following parts are used during this step:
31 a. The partially-assembled Y axis from step 2.
32 b. The partially assembled frame from step 3.
33 c. Eight M5 x 8mm screws
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365. Assemble the X axis (part 1)
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385.1 The following parts are used during this step:
39 a. The two plastic X end pieces ("motor" and "idler")
40 b. Eight linear bearings (LM8UU)
41 c. The two X axis smooth rods
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436. Mounting the X axis to the Z axis
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457. Assemble the Frame (part 2)
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