Damping the Bowden extruder for noise reduction
Author: AETEK
Difficulty: Beginner
What is this about?
The extruder motor is heard when retracting. In order to reduce the vibrations that are transmitted to the metal frame, you can install a damping.
Required Parts
- 1 Rubber Ring
- Double-sided adhesive tape
The hobbyist will most likely have the parts in the tinker box
We need a standard rubber ring
The ring is cut through:
Unscrew the extruder:
Cut off two pieces of the rubber ring that match the height of the motor bracket:
Stick both pieces of rubber on double sided tape:
Cut off the excess adhesive tape:
Glue both rubber pieces to the back of the motor bracket:
Screw the extruder back on. Do not overtighten the screws:
Finished. Here is another view:
Here is another view:
Status: 06. July 2018: Completed
