Thanks for the reply I think you have a great product
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3D Files Download
The 3D files are linked below. My apologies for not being able to credit the original creator, as I likely found these through a lengthy search on Thingiverse, but they may have come from the Printables website as well.
Material and Print Recommendations
For this project, I used standard PLA. If youāre uncertain whether your PLA settings will provide the necessary flexibility for inserting and removing the hose, I highly recommend using PETG. The only reason PLA worked for me is due to using a minimum of 2 perimeters and grid infill. Without that, the part wouldnāt flex enough. And, even with these settings, the PLA still isnāt technically flexible enough for the rigid 4" to 2" hose adapter to easily fit through. Instead, I pull the adapter forward until it pops out, then lift up on the more flexible hose which will pass through the clamp.
Print Settings
I donāt have the exact settings used for this print, but I likely relied on my standard settings in PrusaSlicer (see screenshots below). These include a nozzle temperature of 210Ā°C, a bed temperature of 70Ā°C, and 100% cooling throughout. Note that these settings are for my heavily modified Ender 5 Plus, which has been converted to linear rails and equipped with a Micro-Swiss extruder and hot end.
3D STL Model File:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/149RF0Mzre5w4aq5sHqQ5Qnb3D0q5eDqI/view?usp=sharing
Fusion 360 File:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lJP_zoH_y7Jc3XMCVM4-o-Exrhxfgxvl/view?usp=sharing
3D STEP File:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OeXpn6pqRKB1ASCFwN0rTdaUY7NU9x_-/view?usp=sharing
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Hey everyone,
Iām temporarily pausing the sale of Hermes for a bit while I resolve some administrative issues. All models will be out of stock for the time being.
Iām sorry, and thank you for your patience!
Josh
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Alright, weāre back. Administrative issues have been averted.
Currently available:
Z20 80mm mount 80mm spindle
Z20 80mm mount adapted for 65mm spindle
Z16 80mm mount 80mm spindle
Z16 80mm mount adapted for 65mm spindle
Being tested:
Z16 65mm mount 65mm spindle
On the backburner:
Z20 65mm mount 65mm spindle
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Are there plans to offer a fully assembled dust boot for people that do not have a 3D printer?
Perhaps eventually, but not anytime soon. Sorry.
There are online services that you can send files to and have them 3D print the item. You may want to look into that as an option. I donāt know how costly it is.
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I have a question about the magnets. You specify the size but not the strength. N35 are very common and cheap, is that what you use? N52 are a little more expensive but also stronger, would they be a benefit or a problem? I.e Can they be too strong? Or could you use fewer given they are stronger?
Also a question about the back light. Looks like you are relying on transparent PETG and just shining a light through from the back that is then transmitted through the transparent mount. I kinda prefer the look of a matte black, is there some method where a light can be inserted in to the mount instead of shining through it?
What are you using for a light?
Thanks.
Hey Atroz,
The magnets I use are unrated, cheap 6mm x 3mm neodymium from Amazon. I found that on the metric of pull force per dollar, it made more sense to use 16 weaker magnets than say 8 N52 magnets from a dedicated magnet supplier. More magnets means more available snap positions, even when using alternating polarity (for a genderless connection). Youāre welcome to use whatever strength you feel is right, and you donāt need to follow the spec if you donāt want to. You can definitely use whatever number you want, at whatever strength you want. But since you can get 200 6mm x 3mm for about $13 shipped, I figured that would lower the barrier of entry for most people, especially if they already have old Suckit hardware.
And honestly, I rarely detach my hose or view portal from the shoe, so if you want to just forget using magnets altogether and glue it solid with 6mm x 6mm pegs, thatās an option (not recommended, though, and there may be other accessories in the future that youāll miss out on).
The spindle fits pretty tight against the Hermes, which helps it maintain a good vacuum seal. Thereās little to no space inside the mount for a light. Itās much simpler to print it out of clear PETG and mount the backlight to the bottom of the X carriage (which also enables permanent wiring that isnāt affected by the height of the Hermes).
My backlight is nothing special, just a keychain emergency light that I had lying around.
I strongly recommend clear PETG if you plan on using the view portal (which is optional, but very cool). Even just ambient light will provide enough to see the bit. Recently Iāve taken to just using my 20V Dewalt flashlight and hitting the side of the Hermes to really get a good view. Iāll work out a permanent solution eventually, but itās a low priority.
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OK, thanks. I think I will go with the clear PETG. Function over looks. Will do the view portal too. I have an enclosure over my machine with some good lighting from the sides and back, it may be enough to penetrate through the boot without an additional light. I have multiple spools of PETG but none of it is transparent, guess Iāll have to order some.
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BTW, you could make up for the airflow with just another inlet. A 2.5" hose would move less than 1/2 the air of a 4" but if you were to put a Y adapter in and have 2X 2.5" youād be getting close. Not sure what the second one would be used for except vacuuming the air, but it would keep the airflow up and your dust collection motor cooler.
Another question. What did you use to cut the acrylic tube? Theyāre quite expensive and Acrylic is prone to cracking when cutting so I donāt want to mess this up. With ABS Iād just use my siding mitre saw, but Iām hesitant to try that with the Acrylic.
Thanks.
I used a Dewalt miter saw with a 60 tooth blade. Go slow, it cuts nicely.
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Yes, like Scott said, just go slow on a miter saw, it worked fine. You may have a bit of a melted burr that is easy to file away.
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Ok, thanks guys. I give it a try after the acrylic arrives.
Tube cut, went very well. Fit to printed part looks good too.
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When is this going to be available?
Hey Rob,
Itās available now!
Hermes Dust Boot Maker Files - Workman Design and Manufacturing
Please be aware that the spindle version will not work well with the Makita router.
Josh
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I am looking for the Makita option, thatās what I have now. When will that be ready?
Would this be printable on a Bambu labs X1Carbon?