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| Rudra | [X Extrusion Squaring Tool](./Rudra/X_Extrusion_Squaring_Tool) | Simple tool to square the x extrusion to the frame | 💚
| | [Belt Tensioning Tool](./Rudra/Belt_Tensioning_Tool) | Simple tool to ensure a 150mm distance from idler to idler for easy belt tensioning | 💚
| DrPeterPlastic | [Wago4-Mount](./DrPeterPlastic/Wago4-Mount-Hydra) | Mount for 4 Wagos on Hydra | 💚
| Vengeful | [Klicky Mount](./Vengeful/Klicky_Bracket) | E5 Plus Mounting Bracket for Klicky mod| 💚
| | [Standalone Knob Tensioner](./Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners) | Knob Tensioners for Mecrury Printers| 💙
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# Standalone Knob Tensioners

This mod is designed to provide a simple and sturdy solution for tensioning belts on the Ender 5 Plus(Need confirmation for the Ender 5) Mercury 1 and Mercury 1.1 Systems

<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/70ca9a4ffd59bd3d6dac79b1b4dd776309475bd6/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/Showcase_Image.PNG" width="50%" height="50%">

## Description

This Mod is derived from the enclosure project I am currently working on (Jan-2023). In order to provide a version that can be used by the entire Mercury community. I have forked the design and will upload the enclosure version once I am done. This was inspired by the Voron V0. This provides a sturdy solution for tensioning your belt while maintaining a design that allows clearance for an enclosure.

## Dependencies

* **Please print in ABS or ASA**
* Due to the tight clearances of a part like this, I recommend this part be printed on a properly calibrated printer
* I **Do not** recommend scaling the parts via a slicer as you may have issues with fitment

## Bill of Materials
Item Name | Quantity | Notes
| :--- | :---: | :---
M5x12mm BHCS | 2 | Needed for Rear Mount
M5x25mm BHCS | 2 | Needed for Inside Mount
M3x6MM BHCS | 8 | Needed to secure lid
M3x4mmx5mm Heatset Inserts | 8 | Needed to secure lid
M5 T-Nut | 6 | You should have at least 4 existing T-nuts from the Original BOM
M5x20mm SHCS | 2 | From Original BOM
M5x30mm PIN | 2 | From Original BOM
M5x1mm Shim | 4 | From Original BOM
F695 Bearing | 4 | From Original BOM

## Installation

### Step 1 - Install Heatset Inserts

* Install the Heatset inserts with a soldering iron for both the Left and Right Frame printed parts
* Total amount of Heatsets to install is **8**
<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/9484fb143167ddbe990767eebb4dfe4484cb84fe/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/Heatset%20installation.PNG" width="50%" height="50%">

### Step 2 - Mount Frame to Extrusions

* Install the T-Nuts on both sides of the extrusion frame
* Total amount of T-Nuts to install is **6**
<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/9484fb143167ddbe990767eebb4dfe4484cb84fe/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/T_Nut_Intsallation.PNG" width="50%" height="50%">

* Install the M5x12mm BHCS at the Rear Mount hole
* Install the M5x25mm BHCS at the Inside Mount hole (This is a longer bolt to provide more structural rigidity)
* Repeat these steps on the other side as well
* Total amounts
* M5x12mm BHCS quantity of **2**
* M5x25mm BHCS quantity of **2**
<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/9484fb143167ddbe990767eebb4dfe4484cb84fe/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/Securing_frame.PNG" width="50%" height="50%">

### Step 3 - Install Bearing Stack

* Install the bearing stack as prescribed in the original instructions for the Mercury Printers
* At this time you should insert the M5x20mm SHCS since the bolt will be held captive once the tensioner is inserted to the frame
* Repeat this process on both sides
* Total amounts
* M5x20mm SHCS quantity of **2**
* M5x30mm PIN quantity of **2**
* M5x1mm Shim quantity of **4**
* F695 Bearing quantity of **4**
<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/9484fb143167ddbe990767eebb4dfe4484cb84fe/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/Installing%20BearingStack.PNG" width="50%" height="50%">

### Step 4 - Install Belt

* If this is a new build, follow the steps prescribed in the original instructions for the Mercury Printers
* if this is a retrofit, you will need to install as pictured below
<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/9484fb143167ddbe990767eebb4dfe4484cb84fe/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/Alternate%20Installation%20method%20for%20Bearing%20Stack.PNG" width="50%" height="50%">

### Step 5 - Install Tensioner

* Slide in the tensioner to the frame
* Attach the M5x20mm SHCS to the T-Nut but **Do Not** fully tighten
* **Note** - the M5x20mm SHCS may catch on the initial hole
* The Stadium Shaped Slot can be used to lift the bolt
* This slot also exists in case you need to uninstall the tensioner - *since it will be captive once fully inserted*
* A pick and hook can be used for this or a small screwdriver
<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/9484fb143167ddbe990767eebb4dfe4484cb84fe/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/Install_Tensioner.PNG" width="50%" height="50%">

### Step 6 - Install Knob

* Install the knob but **Do Not** fully tighten until everything is installed
<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/9484fb143167ddbe990767eebb4dfe4484cb84fe/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/Install_Knob.PNG" width="50%" height="50%">

### Step 7 - Install Lids

* Install the lids on the sides of the frame
* Use the M3x6MM BHCS screws to secure the lids
* Total amount of M3x6MM BHCS screws to install is **8**
<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/9484fb143167ddbe990767eebb4dfe4484cb84fe/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/Install_plate.PNG" width="50%" height="50%">

## How to use

* Tension using the Knob
* Ensure you are tensioning equally on both sides i.e 1/8th turn on each side simultaneously
<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/f209a1665c24bf2940ba4b4ddfbcd25a18824565/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/Tension_Process.PNG" width="100%" height="100%">

* Lock using the internal bolt inside the Stadium Shaped Slot
<img src="https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/f209a1665c24bf2940ba4b4ddfbcd25a18824565/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/images/Locking_Location.PNG" width="100%" height="100%">

## Help

* Please reach out to me directly on discord if you have any issues or suggestions for this Mod

## Authors

Vprince099 aka Vengeful Discord - Vengeful#8648

## Version History

* 0.1
* Initial Release

## License

This project is licensed under the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE - see the LICENSE.md file for details

## Acknowledgments

* ZeroG - Original Towers used to expand upon [Link to Project](https://github.com/ZeroGDesign/Mercury.git)
* Voron Design - V0 Team for Knob and Thread Appendage [Link to Project](https://github.com/VoronDesign/Voron-0.git)


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### List of files:

| Part Name | Quantity | Notes
| :--- | :---: | :---
| [Tensioner Knob](https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/3d08f2d0a5140f1e39a4d0d4d302b8f7bc01d7bd/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/stl/Tensioner_Knob_x2(Accent_Color).stl) | 2 | Same part is used on both sides
| [Left Frame](https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/3d08f2d0a5140f1e39a4d0d4d302b8f7bc01d7bd/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/stl/left_tensioner/L_Frame_Stand_Alone.stl) | 1 |
| [Left Tensioner](https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/3d08f2d0a5140f1e39a4d0d4d302b8f7bc01d7bd/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/stl/left_tensioner/Left_Tensioner(Accent%20Color).stl) | 1 | Should be printed in Accent color if applicable
| [Left Plate with Window](https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/3d08f2d0a5140f1e39a4d0d4d302b8f7bc01d7bd/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/stl/left_tensioner/L_Plate_6mm_Logo.stl) | 1 | Needed to secure the side of the tensioner
| [(Optional)Left Plate no Window](https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/3d08f2d0a5140f1e39a4d0d4d302b8f7bc01d7bd/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/stl/left_tensioner/L_Plate_3mm_No_Window(Optional).stl) | 1 | This part can be used in place of the windowed model, thickness was reduced since strength is increased
| [Right Frame](https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/3d08f2d0a5140f1e39a4d0d4d302b8f7bc01d7bd/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/stl/right_tensioner/R_Frame_Stand_Alone.stl) | 1 |
| [Right Tensioner](https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/3d08f2d0a5140f1e39a4d0d4d302b8f7bc01d7bd/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/stl/right_tensioner/Right_Tensioner_(Accent_Color).stl) | 1 | Should be printed in Accent color if applicable
| [Right Plate with Window](https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/3d08f2d0a5140f1e39a4d0d4d302b8f7bc01d7bd/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/stl/right_tensioner/R_Plate_6mm_Logo.stl) | 1 | Needed to secure the side of the tensioner
| [(Optional)Right Plate no Window](https://github.com/Vprince099/UserMods/blob/3d08f2d0a5140f1e39a4d0d4d302b8f7bc01d7bd/Mercury_One/Vengeful/Standalone_Knob_Tensioners/stl/right_tensioner/R_Plate_3mm_No_Window(Optional).stl) | 1 | This part can be used in place of the windowed model, thickness was reduced since strength is increased

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