How to Convert Direct Feed System Into a Bowden Setup

Joe Mike Terranella published a video tutorial on how to change your direct feed extruder system into a Bowden 3D printer.  He used his Hictop Prusa clone to change it from direct feed to a Bowden setup but you can see many useful tips that can be used for other machines also.


Here is the full tutorial video:



Full parts list is on the video description but he used this Bowden conversion thing:

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1064150

Here is Joe's Twitter where you can follow him:

https://twitter.com/MoeJike

Ultimaker Bowden Clamp upgrade printed in ColorFabb XT and PLA/PHA materials

Practical experience in printing Ulimaker Bowden clamp upgrade with Colorfabb PLA / PHA and XT clear materials.


Video by: http://www.youtube.com/user/barnacules1?feature=watch

Rostock MAX Bowden Retraction testing and optimization

There is the link at the end of the video for download of files and settings to achieve the best results.