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  1. Before installing you may find it helpful to model the DSE (Dual Switching Extruder) in CAD before beginning your installation.
    • Before installing you may find it helpful to model the DSE (Dual Switching Extruder) in CAD before beginning your installation.

    • DSE STEP Model

    • Make sure you have space for mounting two bowden extruders onto the frame of your printer.

    • Make sure the extruders have a clear path for the PTFE tubing that will lead to the Hotends.

    • Make sure there's also a clear path for the wiring from the extruders to your control board also.

    • Cable lengths: 2M (12V may vary)

    • PTFE tube length: 60CM

    • The Entire DSE assembly will be fixed to your printers' tool carriage by 4 M3 bolts.

    • The mounting holes should be spaced 31mm square.

    • Spacing around the carriage should also be considered.

    • If your printers gantry is a piece of 2020 aluminium extrusion you may be able to use the Proforge 2S tool carriage, available for separate purchase here.

  2. Fan shrouds can be found here, you can download and print them first before making modifications to your current setup.
  3. When arranging the models in Cura make sure to have the large flat side flat against the build platform.
    • When arranging the models in Cura make sure to have the large flat side flat against the build platform.

    • From the setup menu check Advanced, scroll down to the Shell tab and set Fill Gaps Between Walls to Everywhere.

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