3D printer components to build yourself

Do you need components for a 3D printer that you assemble yourself as a DIY project? We can provide you with everything you need to build your own: Drag chains that extend machine runtimes, suitable for the smallest installation spaces and the tightest bend radii. drylin linear plain bearings that run almost silently, and dryspin lead screw nuts for efficient and precise adjustment of the print bed, free from external lubrication and easily assembled.

BB One: self-made DIY XYZ 3D printer

You can see how our energy chains and linear guides work in the BB One 3D printer. Our components impress with these features:

Cost-effective
Available from stock, directly from the manufacturer
Service life can be calculated online
Guarantee of up to four years
Made in Germany by the global market leader for plastic energy chains
Successfully in use in thousands of applications for over 50 years

Energy supply made easy with the following components:

E2 micro energy chain, for small printers without additional cables

Ideal for X-, Y- and Z-axes
Ideal for confined installation spaces
Inner heights: from 5 to 15.6mm, variable inner widths
Cable-friendly: very smooth contours - perfect cable protection

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E2.15 energy chain with increased inner height

Ideal for X-, Y- and Z-axes
Ideal for confined installation spaces
Inner height: 14.4mm, variable inner widths
Cable-friendly: very smooth contours - perfect cable protection
Dirt-repellent outer contour

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chainflex control cable CFSOFT1

For high loads
Outer jacket: PVC
Flame-retardant
Silicone-free
Oil-resistant (based on DIN EN 50363-4-1)

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iglidur i150-PF, 3D printing filament

Easy to process
High abrasion resistance at low surface speeds
Suitable for all 3D printers
Good mechanical properties

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drylin W profile rail guides

100% free from maintenance and lubrication
Dirt-resistant and robust
Easy assembly
Low weight, quiet operation
Wide range of rails

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drylin R linear plain bearing RJ4JP-01

Alternative to ball bearings with Japanese dimensions
Quickly assembled
Secured with circlips
Plain-bearing material: iglidur J4

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drylin trapezoidal lead screw, right-hand thread, C15 steel AISI 1015

Material: C15 steel (AISI 1015)
Thread direction: right-hand thread
Thread type: trapezoidal thread: absorption of higher axial forces

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drylin trapezoidal lead screw nut with flange, JFRM

Material: iglidur J
Thread direction: right-hand thread
Thread type: trapezoidal thread: absorption of higher axial forces
Cylindrical lead screw nut with flange

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Order a free sample

Are you interested in our products, but would like to see them for yourself before making a final decision to get the best possible impression? Then you are welcome to order a free sample from us.

Success stories

Varied and practical

3D printing and house construction - does that fit go together? The example of the Dutch "Europe Building" in Amsterdam's Marine Quarter shows that it works. drylin® E linear robots and engineering expertise from igus made it possible.

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Cost-effective and of high quality

The Cobot 3D printer impresses with its large build chamber and innovative design. Inside the printer, drylin linear technology ensures completely lubrication-free and maintenance-free operation.

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Cost-effective 3D printer by the company Cobot

Smooth running, free from lubrication and maintenance

This 3D printer from EVO-tech GmbH uses a ready-to-install system solution from igus. In addition to drylin linear technology, it also contains e-chains and chainflex cables.

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Low-noise 3D printer by the company EVO-tech

Cost-effective with high running performance

Kühling&Kühling GbR was looking for special products for a 3D printer that was lubrication-free, very robust and temperature-resistant. The drylin range made this possible.

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