Mechanical
Assembly Guide
Step-by-step mechanical assembly guide for the V-Core 4.0 Standard Kit. Click on the button or keep scrolling.
V-Core 4.0 Assembly Guide - Dozuki⚠️ Warning!
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00. Preparations
Let's get started, this chapter is just a warmup.
01. Frame Assembly
Carefully assemble the frame as squareness is critical for smooth operation, take your time during the next steps.
02. Z-Axis assembly
The Z motors are responsible for the up and down movement of the bed and consequent layer stacking.
03. Linear rails
Linear rails on all axis ensure precise and stiff movement. Be sure to prepare your rails in order to obtain a smooth motion system.
04. Motion system - Core XY
Regular CoreXY motion system
05. Motion system - Hybrid
Full Speed with the hybrid.
06. x-axis assembly
A heavy-duty platform for the toolhead to speed through!
07. Bed assembly
The bed plate is precisely milled and surfaced to ensure it's as flat as possible.
08. Rat Rig V-Core 4 toolhead
High Performance, lightweight and powerfull cooling!
09. Toolhead - IDEX
High Performance, lightweight and powerfull cooling!
10. Gantry alignment
The X-Axis gantry needs to be perpendicular to the Y rails, the following steps will help you acomplish that.
11. Accessories
The accessories described in this guide will make your experience with the V-Core 4 much more enjoyable.
12. Electronics
The electronics are the components that make the mechanical assembly come to life! Some people say wiring a V-Core 4 is relaxing and stress relieving!
13. Enclosure
Enclose your machine to be able to print ABS, ASA, etc... noise reduction, improved safety and controled environment.
14. Hybrid+Idex Y Belts
Hybrid - Only install your Y belts during the commissioning guide
IDEX - Install them right away
15. IDEX Accessories
Install all the Idex necessary accessories.