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It is recommended to have the following tools available for assembling the Compact CNC Electronics Enclosure:
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Allen Key / Hex Wrenches in the following sizes: 2mm, 3mm & 5mm
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Wire cutters & a wire stripper
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Crimping tool (JST-XH, Molex-Micro fit and 18-14AWG Fork + Spade terminals)
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Cross slot / phillips and flat screwdrivers
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Soldering Iron with an M3 heat insert tip
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The following printed parts need preparation:
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4x compact_cnc_electronics_corner printed part
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2x compact_cnc_electronics_btt_rodent printed part
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2x compact_cnc_electronics_psu printed part
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This part also has sacrificial layers which need to be cleared
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36x M3 heat insert
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These steps show how to install an M3 heat insert into the printed parts
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M3 heat insert
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Soldering iron with M3 heat insert tip
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Align the soldering iron tip with the heat insert
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Be careful not to burn yourself!
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Slowly press the heat insert into the printed part
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Ensure the heat insert is flush with the printed part, or even a little below the surface
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Avoid having a heat insert higher than the printed part, this can cause assembly issues
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Remove the soldering iron
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Be careful not to burn yourself!
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compact_cnc_electronics_corner printed part
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M3 heat insert
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Install the M3 heat inserts into the indicated holes
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Repeat for all 4 compact_cnc_electronics_corner printed parts
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compact_cnc_electronics_btt_rodent printed part
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M3 heat insert
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Install the M3 heat inserts into the indicated holes
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compact_cnc_electronics_psu printed part
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M3 heat insert
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Install the M3 heat inserts into the indicated holes
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Repeat for both compact_cnc_electronics_psu printed parts
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1x compact_cnc_rear_cooling_panel
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4x Self tapping screw - fan - 12mm
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1x 50mm fan grille
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1x 50x15mm 24V fan
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4x Self tapping screw - fan - 12mm
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1x 50mm fan grille
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1x compact_cnc_rear_cooling_panel
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1x 50x15mm 24V fan
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Insert the screws through the fan grille, through the panel, and then thread them into the fan body
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1x compact_cnc_left_panel
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1x Switchable & fused IEC inlet
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2x M3x12 Countersink screw
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2x M3 locking hex nut
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1x compact_cnc_electronics_panel_collar printed part
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1x compact_cnc_electronics_panel_collar_nut printed part
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