Reinforced print head chain mount neptune 4/plus/max

Reinforced cable chain head for the neptune 4 series (no pro) to prevent sagging from cable weight
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updated January 28, 2025

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Due to the weight of the cable on the neptune 4, the old head has been... bent, fear not, here I am, stronger than ever!
 
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Features:
- Reinforced design
- Rotates the cable as gently as possible without affecting homing
- Designed to print with minimal supports

NOTE: Auxiliary fan cannot be installed alongside this bracket! It was originally made the neptune max, which has a lower side bracket than normal due to the tie rods, therefore this print head bracket is also made lower to match!

Installation requires:
- 2x M3 heatset nuts (4mm long maximum)
- 2x M3 x 6mm taper end screws

Recommended print settings:
- Print direction: as imported
- Nozzle diameter: 0.4mm - 0.6mm
- Infill: Gyroid/3Dhoneycomb 30%
- Walls: 4
- Top and bottom layers: 5
- Layer height: 0.2mm
- Print orientation: as imported
- Supports: as shown in picture


Recommended materials:
 - PETG
 - PC
 - ABS/ASA
 - Basically any materials that avoid creep

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