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If you are considering printing the Panda Breath mod that Enrico recently released, you may want to hold off for just a bit. I just got my Panda Breath in the mail. I printed and implemented the back pieces as soon as they were released. When I went to install it, I realized that it would not fit due to no cutouts for the power switch and USB port. I have emailed Enrico but he is still on vacation for a couple more days, Hopefully will hear something soon. Thanks

I've finally put the spoolbox together and couldn't help thinking about how I would remove the spoolbox if I had to access the side panel. Sure enough, within a week, I had to open the side panel to troubleshoot as the autofeeder stopped responding even when swapped out with 2 other autofeeder units. #1 Accessing Side Panel Does anyone have a good way to remove the SpoolBox easily? Do I remove everything and try to pry the sunken connector, or use the plate as leverage and risk damaging the screw connection? #2 Autofeeder Removal Is there a quick way to remove the autofeeders when they get stuck? It happens to me a lot (a few times a week) even after I've changed the autofeeders. I usually have to open the autofeeder and flip the white lever inside to release the filament. With the current autofeeder holder, it is really difficult to remove while the…

I hope Enrico is having a blast on his well deserved vacation. I just want to give him a shout out for his latest file dump that includes lots of goodies for us Snapmaker makers. I have started printing the mod for the Panda Breath and will be looking to start on the HDRY system now that he has the Snapmaker interface for it. Cheers everyone.

So I am now the proud owner of a Snapmaker U1.... and all the files to add the POD, enclosed spools with drying, and the drawer system.

I am about 60% done printing the POD and am already looking at the need to add a filter and heated chamber to print ASA and more.

My thought is this: modify the back four panels to mount a Panda Breath! Once I am done printing and assembling, I will post my PRE-modified design.

Here is my current setup using two Creality filament dryers connected to the Snapmaker. Next to that is my Ender 3 V3 Plus bed slinger, also running a Creality dryer.

Tool box is gloss dark Army green, and houses all of my 3D tools for printing and finishing. Minimal printer movement due to the weight.

Hi 👋🏼 all,

That’s my build and my setup.

I coated the spool holder with epoxy and used double foam to improve sealing, I’m still testing it.

I took 24v directly from the printer PSU and used touchless penetrating switch dimmers.

Pretty happy with results but not fully satisfied about dryers.

I’m using hula feet too.

What am I doing wrong here this is on the Snapmaker using petg. This the back top corner pieces. When I pull off the support there is near zero layer adhesion under them.

When will the panda Breath mod of the pod be ready? Im building the Pod now and am wondering if I should wait for the new back or go ahead?

Starting a new thread to document my spool holder modifications to increase drying and storage performance.

My first modification was to attempt to seal the spool holder to prevent ambient moisture from seeping in through holes, gaps or pores in the walls. I first tried using the aerosol version of flex seal on the inside of the spool holder. This was a total mess. The product was very difficult to apply evenly and remained very tacky intentionally due to interactions between the plastic and the aerosols in the can. I also used caulk to seal the outside gap between the drier adapter and main body. Unfortunately I didn't see appreciable increases in performance.

I then found a can of clear brush on flex seal and that went on much better. I applied an additional coat on the inside of the spool holder and also applied a coat to the exterior.…

So, I finished my build 2 weeks ago.

I have to say the build turned out gorgeous, especially if you postprocess and paint it. Kudos to Enrico for such a beautiful design.

However here are my observations to help the other members and others considering doing this build.

After lots of testing here are my observations and the issues that I faced that you will and might run into: