Tevo Tarantula X-Carriage Cable Chain Adapter

Well, this is my final version. All I want to add is a cover for the wiring at the top Z mount.

I´ve added Z axis parts as well, because they are needed to add this cable chain.

Tevo Tarantula is my first printer, and I´m in love with it, but it certainly needs improvements here and there. So, to get rid of the cable mess.

It´s for 10x20 mm chain. I´ve decided to buy a chain instead of making it for weight, elasticity and time reasons.

Some comments about the parts:

X-carriage cable chain: It has a hole to front load the wires, and attach to original x-carriage screws. It includes now points to attach wires with zip ties. Just print it in 0.3 mm layers, and 1.2 mm walls. I´ve used supports, and didn´t try without. Printed this now in PLA, and it was hard to remove some supports. PETG or ABS are easier to remove supports.

Z rod top bracket: It was designed to attach the top of the chain. I needed to offset the z axis a little more so the chain would fit. I´ve left an open part to allow me to route the wiring thru aluminum frame, what I´ll do next. There is just a cover missing but it´s usable, and you can design one if you want. Printed with 0.3 mm with supports and 1.2 mm walls. Printed this in PETG, so supports were easier to remove.

Z rod bottom bracket: Made a reinforced version for better precision, and to correct the offset from top Z bracket. Printed this in PETG, with 0.3 mm and 1.2mm walls. I´ve used support on holes, but don´t think it´s necessary.

Printed another chain adapter for theY axis heated bed, that can be found here.

This is the chain used.

I´ve removed the old designs, but will keep it in my computer. If anyone wants it, just ask.