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  1. It is recommended to have the following tools available for assembling the Compact CNC Electronics Enclosure:
    • It is recommended to have the following tools available for assembling the Compact CNC Electronics Enclosure:

    • Allen Key / Hex Wrenches in the following sizes: 2mm, 3mm & 5mm

    • Wire cutters & a wire stripper

    • Crimping tool (JST-XH, Molex-Micro fit and 18-14AWG Fork + Spade terminals)

    • Cross slot / phillips and flat screwdrivers

    • Soldering Iron with an M3 heat insert tip

  2. The following printed parts need preparation: 4x compact_cnc_electronics_corner printed part 2x compact_cnc_electronics_btt_rodent printed part
    • The following printed parts need preparation:

    • 4x compact_cnc_electronics_corner printed part

    • 2x compact_cnc_electronics_btt_rodent printed part

    • 2x compact_cnc_electronics_psu printed part

    • This part also has sacrificial layers which need to be cleared

  3. These steps show how to install an M3 heat insert into the printed parts M3 heat insert Soldering iron with M3 heat insert tip
    • These steps show how to install an M3 heat insert into the printed parts

    • M3 heat insert

    • Soldering iron with M3 heat insert tip

    • Align the soldering iron tip with the heat insert

    • Be careful not to burn yourself!

  4. Slowly press the heat insert into the printed part Ensure the heat insert is flush with the printed part, or even a little below the surface Avoid having a heat insert higher than the printed part, this can cause assembly issues
    • Slowly press the heat insert into the printed part

    • Ensure the heat insert is flush with the printed part, or even a little below the surface

    • Avoid having a heat insert higher than the printed part, this can cause assembly issues

    • Remove the soldering iron

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