¶ Tools / Materials
A number of tools are required during the build. To make it easier to ensure you have all of the tools you need, we've made a comprehensive list below. Each step will also contain a list of tools you'll need for that specific step.
Note: Linked products are for reference and convenience purposes. If any links are not working, check the X301 Bill Of Materials for a working link.
¶ Required
- Metric wreches/spanners, specifically 7 mm, 8mm and 12mm *
- Wire strippers *
- Insulated terminal crimper *
- 40W+ Soldering iron * and set of tips*
- Heat shrink* or vinyl electrical tape*
- JST-XH pin crimper*
- Power drill with 5mm bit
¶ Screwdrivers
If you are looking for exactly the screwdrivers and bit to get you started, the first few links should do nicely.
If you are looking for a nice high quality screwdriver set with many bits, the iFixit Toolkits are hard to beat.
¶ Recommended
- 3D Printer with at least 120mm3 build volume
- Craft knife *
- Multimeter * (or alternative *)
- Heat gun *
- Ferrules with crimper *
- Drill press
Not required when buying LayerFused X301 Complete Kit
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