NEW: 2026-6-15 Added a universal version of the K3M overhead mount both single and dual overhead). Please download and use the files "K3M Single Universal package" or "K3M Dual Universal package". The cabinet with the drawers is the only part that was changed - no need to reprint the rest. The cabinet has been re-designed to work with both the Ace 1 and the new Ace 2. If you are doing a new print I suggest you use the universal version. I have left all other versions there for backward compatibility. I have verified the design but have not test printed it. If there are any issues please let me know so that I may correct them. Thank you.

NEW: Added an Ace-pro V1 to Ace-pro V2 adapter. Free to download on Makeronline: https://www.makeronline.com/en/model/Ace-pro%201%20to%20Ace-pro%202%20Adapter/279394.html?trackModuleType=10

NEW: For the LEDs use no.6 x 1/2" (3.5 mm x 12.5 mm) screws

The K3 Max is a huge printer and finding space for it can be a challenge. That problem is compounded if you have the Ace-pro.

Having designed the overhead mount for the K3 and a number of risers I could not resist the challenge. Contrary to the K3 overhead mount this one uses the vertical supports for added strength and rigidity. This results in a very secure and robust mount for the Ace-Pro.

The K3 Max overhead mount offers the following features:

Two large drawers with GRID-FINITY style compartments (the compartments can be downloaded for free on Makeronline);

Build plate holder for two or more build plates;

Side mounted tool tray (can be can be downloaded for free on Makeronline);

Side mounted External spool holder (included with the model);

LED clips for mounting LED under the Ace-pro overhead mount;

Very rigid and robutts mounting brackets that wrap around the vertical supports for added strength;

Dovetail mounts the sides of the bottom brackets for custom add-ons.

Very little external hardware ( a few wood screws - see below)

TECHNICAL SPECS AND INFO

The build requires a little over 2 spools of filament. PLA is best as it is more rigid. The design is very rugged so no need to use ABS or ASA. The assembled height is 1m (41 inches) with closed lid and 1.2m (49 inches) with the lid opened. Build time on the K3 Max is approximately 3 days and 6 hours

INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: I have included a print profile (3mf file) for the base unit with all the required parts. I strongly recommend you use this as the parts are correctly oriented and optimized for printing. I have painted support and it is designed to use TREE MANUAL settings.

The print profiles are named: Anycubic - K3 Max overhead (for K3 Max) V1. 3mf - use this to print on the K3 Max Anycubic - K3 Max overhead (K3-S1) V1. 3mf - use this to print on the K3 or S1

The bottom caps can be painted. You will need the file "Bottom cap with k3 Max" which is in the zip STL file.

I have also uploaded individual STL files for the parts. They are in a zip named STL files.

If you need help the best way is to reach out to me on Facebook - username Darren 3d Print as we can chat in real time and exchange pictures and files.

DUAL ACE-PRO OVERHEAD UPGRAGE - use the zip file named "K3 Max Overhead Dual files.zip". If you already printed the Single Ace-pro overhead then use the file "Print profile - Ke Max Overhead Dual - Upgrade from single". Also, the tool tray and external spool add-ons for the single will not work with the double. See the double model (on Cults) for the add-ons for the double Ace-overhead.

ASSEMBLY

A Gif assembly video with the model description photos shows how to assemble the Ace-overhead. I also uploaded a zip with the assembly photos.

EXTERNAL HARDWARE

• FOUR - 5x18 mm bolts (the ones that held the gantry to the bed for shipping)

• FOUR wood screws (for the build plate holder) 4x no 6 x 3/4" (3.5 mm x 18mm)

• You will need a longer K3 Max to Ace pro cable IMPORTANT: YOU WANT EITHER THE LONG 6 PINS TO 4PINS (6 FT - 2m) OR THE A1 1M EXTENSION (4 PINS NOT 6 PINS)

Canada (extension): https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DR8FSZHN?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

USA: https://www.amazon.com/Extension-Purity-Copper-Magnetic-Printer/dp/B0DYDY8FFR/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PTRP45CR175K&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.J7kK2B7nZmmOdroSJVEf46jtkNk7yTtyAv6gA6VHiYqhuK1cZEb7_GejI5CtvZ2o.17-nFlsZRqwiJ9koFRmqX7FoPug--PrQK5k14-PcW4E&dib_tag=se&keywords=78.74%2Binch%2B6-Pin%2BAMS%2BHUB%2BExtension&qid=1744240327&sprefix=78.74%2Binch%2B6-pin%2Bams%2Bhub%2Bextension%2Caps%2C71&sr=8-1&th=1

If you chose to use the LED clips these are mounted using wood screws (see instruction picture). I used SIX no. 6 wood screw x 1/2 inch (approx. 3.5 mm diameter x 12.5 mm long).

Link for LEDs (may be outdated) USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1NHYP6X?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1 EU: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0C2T9X7XX?ref=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_WY99TVPK0CV9ZAY3A8FX&ref_=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_WY99TVPK0CV9ZAY3A8FX&social_share=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_WY99TVPK0CV9ZAY3A8FX&starsLeft=1&skipTwisterOG=1&th=1

LINKS FOR ADD-ONS

All add-ons are uploaded to Makeronline and available for free download.

NEW AND RECOMMENDED - External spool holder with interchangeable spindles : https://www.makeronline.com/en/model/Interchangeable%20spool%20holder%20for%20K3%20Max%20single%20riser/185916.html

Modular Tool Tray: https://www.makeronline.com/en/model/MODULAR%20TOOL%20TRAY%20FOR%20KOBRA%203%20MAX%20OVERHEAD%20MOUNT%20(Single%20and%20Dual)/179907.html

External spool: Included with model

Tool tray: https://www.makeronline.com/en/model/TOOL%20TRAY%20FOR%20ACE-PRO%20OVERHEAD%20ULTIMATE/165794.html

Modular tool-tray: https://www.makeronline.com/en/model/MODULAR%20TOOL%20TRAY%20FOR%20ACE-PRO%20SIDEKICK%20AND%20ULTIMATE%20MOUNT/168485.html

Add-on tray: https://www.makeronline.com/en/model/ADD-ON%20TRAY%20FOR%20ACE-PRO%20SIDEKICK%20AND%20ULTIMATE%20MOUNT/168481.html

Drawer compartments: https://www.makeronline.com/en/model/Drawer%20compartments%20for%20Kobra%20S1%20riser/157319.html

Hot end tray (design by aeromedic7 on MO) https://www.makeronline.com/en/model/Noozle%20and%20hot%20end%20tray%20for%20Kobra%20S1%20Riser%20(Kobra%20S!%20Riser%20by%20Darren%203D%20Prints)/172411.html

Nozzle and hot end compartment (by Brody Richardson): https://www.makeronline.com/en/model/Gridfinity%20Nozzle%20and%20hotend%20compartment%20for%20S1%20Riser/180020.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawKF1ElleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMNmdBd1Bia1NOM2prZlZsAR7auQOcwW2oU3aHYwKsY49Vxl2yY-848MtM7ZOxXPqHeE6gdu08sQR4-sdSfA_aem_PIkve61tzVdUrS1dSXmNdw