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8WD MAD MAX Toolchanger Ender 5
Converting a stock Ender 5 into an 8-wheel-drive toolchanging beast with multiple independent toolheads for ultimate multi-material printing.
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Overview
Taking a stock Creality Ender 5 and turning it into something completely unrecognizable — an 8-wheel-drive toolchanging printer capable of swapping between multiple toolheads mid-print. The MAD MAX name fits.
Key Modifications
- 8-wheel drive motion system for maximum rigidity
- Custom toolchanger dock mechanism
- Multiple independent toolheads
- Modified frame and electronics to support the conversion
- Custom firmware configuration
Current Progress
The conversion is actively in progress. Frame modifications are underway and the toolchanger mechanism is being designed and tested.
Goals
- Reliable tool changes with minimal ooze
- Fast toolhead swaps under 5 seconds
- Maintain usable build volume despite the added hardware