Anker M5 Dry Box Spool Holder

This is a filament holder that attaches to the Anker M5 spool bracket. It can mount either at the top of the printer or the lower side. The filament outlet can swivel to accommodate this.

It keeps the filament completely enclosed so it does not absorb moisture from the air. The lid screws on and there is a sealing face as shown in the image. A 'Bowden' tube connects the spool holder to the printer.

There is a place to add silica desiccant, I recommend the colour changing type so you know if / when moisture has got inside.

Printing: 

See the images for suggested print orientation and support locations.

Frustratingly I can not upload Gcode. Note this is gcode ONLY for printing on Anker M5.  Therefore I need to provide an external link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TqTtW7j518n2qQfk4gFh1th5vzSHsBpC/view?usp=share_link

Assembly:

Full assembly instructions here - https://www.instructables.com/AnkerMake-M5-Dry-Spool-Holder/

1) If you know for sure which orientation you will use the spool holder you may prefer to directly glue to Filament Outlet to the main body. This will provide the most ait-tight seal and be most simple.

2) On the other hand, if you might change the spool holder orientation in the future, you can glue the Filament Outlet to the Outlet Threads and then use the nut to attach with the main body.

If you choose to use the Outlet Threads and nut, I recommend adding a bit of grease at the joint to the main body to help make an air-tight seal.

The bowden tube should be able to pass all the way though the connector. My connector had a hex shape on the back, so I had to use a 4.2mm drill to make clearance for the tube to pass though. If you need to do this, be carful not to drill too deep, as the tube locking mechanism should not be damaged.