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Don't Panic!
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Tools.
You'll need the usual selection. However, the Screws For Plastic are Pozi Drive, which you may not have. You could use other cross-head screwdrivers but it is quite possible the geometry will be wrong which will likely lead to stripped-heads. You'll need PZ1 & PZ2.
A set of hex-drive tools for the hex fixings, an 8mm reamer, a crimp tool, utility knife, soldering iron, multi-meter, ruler and various pliers, the usual selection.
I'd also make sure to get a long-reach PZ2 bit for access into the deeper screw-pockets.
Can you use an electric screwdriver to assemble the MountOne?
Yes, but I don't recommend it. Firstly, unless the driver has adjustable torque, there is a risk you will strip the threads, and or heads. Secondly, the increased speed an electric screwdriver can provide may induce excessive heat, through friction, potentially melting and weakening the plastic.
If you do use an electric screwdriver, set the torque to the lowest setting, and operate it at it's slowest speed. Hand-tighten the screws afterwards to get the right tension. Perhaps perform a few test screwings to see how it performs, and adjust your screwing based on that research.
dRy YoUr FiLaMeNt.
Seriously, dry your filament. I'm not talking fresh-out-the-pack dry, I mean 8+ hours in a filament dryer dry. Especially if you are going to use PETG-CF, which I recommend you do.
I have some 100% Metal Spools which can help in this regard.
OnStep's Hand Controllers.
Whether you want to use one of these or not is of course your choice. Personally I like the Wi-Fi Smart Hand Controllers because I am able to control the MountOne without having an astrograph attached.
However, there is an Android App available for OnStep which has exactly the same functionality and more. But, it does require you connect your phone to the access point on the OnStep MaxPCB4. I have only ever been able to get it to work if I also disable the phone's data.
There is an ST4 Port if you want to use a wired controller. I have one from an older project and have since upgraded to a wireless Smart Controller.
Take Your Time.
Don't rush. The extra effort and time taken during the preparation and when slicing & printing the parts will greatly impact the final result.
Take the time to check the parts have printed correctly, the filament is dry and there are no unwanted artefacts.
Read through the build manual(s) while the parts are printing (after having read through the printing guides while waiting for filament and parts to arrive). There is a good week or more of printing before you'll be able to build anything. Wait until you have all the printed parts before you start assembly.
Before You Begin.
Considerable time has been spent refining the design, checking fitment, sourcing parts and testing functionality. It has taken over a year and numerous different designs to get a to here. If you find anything wrong, have any questions, or find you have missing parts (if you bought one of the MountOne Hardware Kits), please let me know.
Have Fun :)