Snapmaker U1 Minimalistic Sterilite Lid Top Guides

Description

These Corner Alignment Guides are designed to keep a Sterilite 58‑Qt bin lid more secure when used on the Snapmaker U1. This setup is meant to reduce overall noise while still allowing airflow around the machine. This design does not clamp the lid down and is not intended to create a sealed chamber for high‑temperature printing. Each corner-guide plugs into a corner of the printer’s screw access points on top and includes a small lip that prevents the lid from sliding side‑to‑side or forward. Position the printer with its back against a wall so the lid cannot slide backward. Model is already oriented on the plate for when facing the printer.

Note: Supports are recommended for the small plugs but not required. 

Steps

1. Download, prep, and slice the model for printing
   They are already oriented correctly — just slice with your preferred settings.

2.  Insert the plug connectors into the corner mounts
   After printing, press each small plug into its matching corner mount. These plugs are what secure the mounts on the printer.

3.  Remove the U1’s rubber screw plugs
   On the top of the Snapmaker U1 frame, remove the small rubber caps that cover the screws.

4. Place the assembled corner guides onto the Snapmaker U1 frame
   Set each corner guide onto the top frame of the printer. Press firmly – they simply rest in place without tools or fasteners.

5. Set the Sterilite bin lid on top
   Place the Sterilite 58‑Qt bin lid onto the guides. The rail guides prevent side‑to‑side and forward movement. Position the printer with its back against a wall so the lid cannot slide backward.

6. Gluing is recommended but not required - Glue the plugs onto their corner guide (not the printer!)
   Gluing helps ensure they don't fall off while you're removing the top for viewing etc. Some filaments are going to be less secure so the glue will help keep those parts secure. Do not put glue on your printer, this is for the 3d printed parts only.