Sidekick - a dual Creality CFS roll-out stand
The model is for a stand for up to two CFS units. The model includes a roll out base that screws onto the bottom CFS unit to allow easy rolling out of the CFS unit to change filament.
The CFS Sidekick also has the following features:
Dual drawers with grid finity type interiors that can be customized with removeable inserts (see free add-ons below);
Dual build plate holders (this model will accept build plates for the Ender 3, K1, Hi and K1 Max - see 3d printing below) The K2 plus build plate will not fit but other than that the CFS Sidekick can be used with the K2 plus;
Custom mounts for tool trays, containers and many other items (see add-ons below);
A separate (free to ) spool rack can be installed on the bottom of the stand instead of the 2nd CFS unit (see add-ons below).
3d printing
IMPORTANT: There are 3 different print profiles. Please read carefully before printing to avoid printing the wrong parts
Creality Hi - this print profile is for a model with a build plate holder for the Ender 3, K1, K1C, K1SE and Creality Hi build plate sizes. This print profile can be printed using the Creality Hi, K1 Max or the K2 Plus.
K1 Max - this print profile is for a model with a build plate holder for the K1 Max build plate sizes (larger than that of the Creality Hi). This print profile can be printed using the Creality Hi, K1 Max or the K2 Plus. The build plate holder is large enough to build plates for the Ender 3, K1, K1C, K1SE and Creality Hi as well. The STL that are different for this model have "K1 Max" added to them.
Ender - K1 - this print profile has the legs narrowed and split in 2 to allow printing on the Ender 3, K1, K1C and K1SE. This print profile can be printed using the Ender 3, K1, K1C, K1SE, Creality Hi, K1 Max or the K2 Plus. The build plate holder is large enough to build plates for the Ender 3, K1, K1C, K1SE and Creality Hi as well. The STL that are different for this model have "Ender K1" added to them. The drawers require some if you want to print them on the smaller bed. I apologize for the but this was the only way to make this model work with these printers.
Tolerances are tight on the model. The left and right side top container are the biggest pieces. You may want to print a 5 mm sample of each side to test tolerances. Everything should fit.
PLA is preferable. I have not tested tolerances with PETG.
A print profile is included.
The model requires approximately 1.9 kg of filament and 1 day 19 hours to print.
External hardware
Four (4) no. 6 x 5/8" (3.5 mm x 16 mm) wood screws are required to fasten the roller assembly to the CFS.
Assembly
Assembly is easy and all the parts snap into place. The parts fit together tightly it may be preferable to glue the parts together with epoxy or plastic glue.
There is an assembly gif in the model photos.
Questions
If you have questions I can be reached on Facebook - name is Darren 3d Print
ADD-ONS
Here is a list of links to free add-ons for use with the CFS Sidekick.
A few pointers:
1. All Add-ons for the CFS overhead mount (Standard and Ultimate) and the CFS Sidekick are interchangeable.
- Add-ons for the Dual CFS roll-out are not compatible.
Modular tool tray - https://www.crealitycloud.com/model-detail/68142a1cf8576ee3f905bd43?source=22
Side container - https://www.crealitycloud.com/model-detail/68142ad7bf737a7e52c9c205?source=22
Side tray - https://www.crealitycloud.com/model-detail/68142b7fbf737a7e52c9c689?source=22
Tool tray - https://www.crealitycloud.com/model-detail/68142c20bf737a7e52c9cb0a?source=22
Drawer inserts https://www.crealitycloud.com/model-detail/681427b7bf737a7e52c9ac61?source=22
CFS Buffer holder (most likely not needed) - https://www.crealitycloud.com/model-detail/68142620bf737a7e52c9a158?source=22
External spool holder - https://www.crealitycloud.com/model-detail/681428f0bf737a7e52c9b498?source=22
My designs
I enjoy creating 3d models that others can use and appreciate. It is a very fun pastime. I find it very rewarding to see my models ed and printed. I put lots of thought, time and effort to create each model print out multiple iterations to make sure it works just right.
