Flexi Coasters made up of lots of small squares held together with string extrusions.

Print at 0.3mm layer height.

See a video of the coasters here: https://vimeo.com/823208096?share=copy

**These print very well when using tri or dual colour filament, the small squares show off the colours really nicely because of the way the model is sliced**

Flexi Coasters

Flexi Coaster.stl

Warning: Do not eat these gift boxes. 

This box is part of a set of three different sizes. For dual colour printing, use the “Base” and “Accent” files for your selected Box and Lid. For single colour printing, you can either merge the “Base” and “Accent” files in your slicer and print them as one, or print the “Base” files without the “Accent.”

See here for video: https://youtu.be/aOIhib1lUkY 

Download the set: 
Small: https://than.gs/m/969491 
Medium: https://than.gs/m/969493 
Large: https://than.gs/m/969494 

This model is a submission to the Thangs “Wrapping up 2023” gift box design contest. @Thangs3D, @Anycubic3DPrint #WrappingUp2023 #Christmas #holiday


Taffy Box - Large

Large Taffy Box Base.stl

Just what you need for a little game of b-ball!

See here for video: https://youtu.be/sNO8MSMIYjA

Files for this basketball and hoop set are provided for standard and multicolour printing. Print all files as oriented, no supports needed. 

The backboard has holes for hooks or magnets (1/4”x1/8” or 6mmx3mm neodymium). The line on the backboard is raised slightly in the standard print version to allow for a filament swap to make the line a different colour.

The halves of the balls are designed to be tight the first few times they snap together. To make them easier to snap together and apart simply file off a bit of the contact surfaces. For single colour prints you can colour the seam with a marker.

Download the full set:
Basketball: https://than.gs/m/833255 
Hoop: https://than.gs/m/833259 
Backboard: https://than.gs/m/833268 

Model in picture was printed on a Snapmaker J1 in white and orange.



Basket Smalls (Hoop)

Standard Print Rim and Net.stl

Taffy Box - Medium

Medium Taffy Box Base.stl

Taffy Box - Small

Small Taffy Box Base.stl

Dual Colour version of my Feathers Artwork

Prints without supports and can be scaled up or down within reason.

Feathers Artwork - Dual Colour

Feathers  Artwork C1.stl

Three cracked tombstones in three different positions with three unique crack patterns. Files are available for single or multicolour printing. 

For dual or multicolour printing, use clear or translucent filament for the cracks. The cracks in the files for single extruder printing are thin so you will get a similar affect when lit from below.

See here for video: https://youtu.be/pLWqYMa7rY8

Download the set: 
Straight: https://than.gs/m/941136 
Leaning Left: https://than.gs/m/941139 
Leaning Right: https://than.gs/m/941140 


Cracked Tombstones (Leaning Left)

Cracked Tombstone Left .stl

A cute little snail that can be printed with single or dual extrusion printers. Do yourself a favor and print a pet Snell.

Snell ( the Snail )

single-snell.stl

Whether you print in one material or two, this nonasphericon is an intruiging little trinket! The two identical halves can be stuck together in various orientations that affect the number of sides and edges and how they wrap around the sphere.

Pictured model printed with [MatterHackers PRO PLA](https://bit.ly/PRO-PLA)

[See my video of these in action here](https://youtu.be/eESLIrxw2x0)

9 Groove Sphericon (Single and Dual Material)

sidea-single.stl

A slightly alternate version of my Chromatic vase. Print this two color vase that changes color when you view it from different angles... or just print the single extruder monoChromatic in vase mode to appreciate the striking shadows created by the grooved surface.



 

Chromatic Split Vase

monochromatic-bvase.STL

A textured variation of Snell the Snail. Files for both a dual color and single color print.

[Relevant Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hrFvUEZg8g)

Textured Snell the Snail

single-textured.stl

I sculpted this dual color vase in VR several months ago and haven't done anything with it as of yet.. so here you go! I wanted to make something that looks organic, soft, and squishy in appearance. The result is odd but intriguing.

Split for dual extruders.

Bulbous Vase

bulbousbody.stl

This variation on the sphericon has one continuous stepped edge that wraps around a sphere. You can print it in a single color, or get fancy with the dual color print!

 Pictured model printed with [MH Build Red](http://bit.ly/BuildRed) and [Fillamentum Extrafill Baby Blue](https://bit.ly/xtrafill).

The dual color versions need to be reoriented in your slicer. My bad!

[See my video of these in action here](https://youtu.be/eESLIrxw2x0)

Stepped Octasphericon (Single and Dual Color Versions)

sidea-solid.stl

Extended length spool holder fitting into the precut mounting holes in the back panel of the wooden Ultimaker Original+. 170mm length of smooth spool stand/rod allows you to easily fit 2 1kg filament spools on it for dual filament printing. 

If printing in an enclosed cabinet or hot environment, I recommend printing this is Polycarbonate (ex: Polylite PC) to prevent sagging over time. 

This is modified from another spool holder by deepthought at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:138604

UMO+ extended spool holder 170mm

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5961338.

Update 26 May 2023: I was having issues with the filament runout sensor giving me false negatives. I realized tilting the filament sensor slightly resolves the intermittent detection, hence the new part name ending with “slanted”.

Update 24 May 2023: Finally assembled and working. Removed all previous revisions because the cable chain mounting hole pitch is wrong. I have already corrected that in the latest 3D model released. No other changes.

Update 14 Apr 2023: Added filament runout sensor with reverse bowden option, which requires a new version of the extruder mount (V2). Add the other end of the reverse bowden, able to assemble on 2020 extrusion or 4020 extrusion. Still waiting for M4 threaded inserts and realize I need an extension cable for the stepper motor and filament sensor.

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Warning! If you are not reusing the existing stepper motor from Tronxy, take note that the cable from Tronxy does not have the same pinout on both ends and Tronxy's stepper motor might have a different pinout from another manufacturer's stepper motor! Do a small extrude distance to check, if the extruder vibrates and/or does not behave normally, do not proceed! Prolonged running of the stepper motor with incorrect wiring can damage your mainboard!

I found this design https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3722824 and did some changes:

1. Increased hole size for ease of assembly, 
2. Added threaded insert for cable chain mount.
3. Reduced the thickness of the mounting holes to the original bracket to use the original screws. (Use tree support in your slicer for this area)
4. Added a square hole around the cable chain mounting to allow routing of wires and cable tie point.
5. Added a small C channel to slide the part into the bracket to temporarily hold position while assembling. 
6. Add the option to have a filament runout sensor with reverse bowden on top of the extruder.

I like the original design concept being able to use most original parts, reducing potential complications.

I have kept the mounting hole locations the same while changing the design. I am in the process of getting hold of the parts required and finding time to do this modification. Proceed at your own risk. 

I normally print with 0.2mm layer height, 1.2mm shell (wall and top/bottom), and 20% to 30% cubic infill. 

Parts you will need to complete the build:

1x Dual gear direct drive.3mf (3D printed part)(V2 if you want to do reverse bowden) 
1x BMG style dual gear extruder
1x Stepper motor extension cable (>700mm)
2x Threaded brass inserts (M4, OD6, length 5) (min 2, max 4)
4x M4x8 screws (length must be ≥ 8mm)(able to use back existing screws 2x M4x6 for though I like longer screws in case I like to add washers and for more thread hold. )

Reverse Bowden option

1x Filament sensor reverse bowden.3mf (3D printed part)
1x Filament sensor reverse bowden start.3mf (3D printed part)
2x Threaded brass inserts (M3, OD 4.5, length 5) (for filament runout sensor)
2x Threaded brass inserts (M4, OD 6, length 5)
2x M4x8 screws (length must be ≥ 8mm)
2x M3x16 (length must be >15mm)
2x Bowden tube coupler (PC4-01)
2x 2020 extrusion T slot M4 nuts (able to use back existing on the filament runout sensor)

Optional

Filament runout sensor extension cable (>700m) (if you want to move filament runout sensor close to the hotend)
PTFE tube (ID 3, OD 4) (for smoother reverse bowden, it is also ok to use back existing PTFE tube)
NEMA17 stepper motor 23mm (slim/pancake stepper motor to reduce print head weight)

Some assembly notes:

1. It is possible to convert to direct drive without disconnecting the cables and disassembling the hotend. 
2. I do not foresee any issues if using the current extruder stepper motor and you can ignore points 3 and 4. 
3. The pancake stepper motor that I listed has a different pinout from Tronxy's stepper motor. I have swapped the pins of the stepper motor extension cable as described in the attached photo and it works. Information source https://www.thingiverse.com/groups/tronxy/forums/general/topic:46528 
4. The pancake stepper motor I used is running at above 80 deg C and I have added a 4010 fan (temperature drops to 60+ deg C) to it while I wait for stepper motor heatsink to arrive. I using this 3D model https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:29572 to mount the fan.
5. I am using velcro straps to secure the extra extension cables. (I am trying to avoid turning this modification into a big undertaking.
6. By using another stepper motor, I will be able to revert back to the original Bowden setup easily if I choose to do so in the future.

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Stepper motor and filament sensor extension cable (need around 1m length extension for X5SA, the limit switch bundled with single axis should be the same as filament sensor)
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JST PH2.0 male connector and pins (if you want to modify motor cable ends to create an extension cable, 6pin)
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NEMA17 Stepper Motor 23mm
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Generic dual gear extruder
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Trianglelab DDB V2.0 Extruder
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Tronxy X5SA dual gear direct drive

I created this to prevent my Lansky Puck Sharpener from scratching other items in my bag.

Fusion 360 file included.

Designed for this Lansky puck sharpener: https://amzn.to/3StcnGT

Lansky Puck Sharpener Box

I have designed a dual mount camera mount for the Logitech C920 and the Amazon Blink Mini. The intention of this design is to minimize the number of camera mounts required, as well as allow the user to stream/record their print while also being able to have access to live views of the printer/print without interrupting said stream/recording.

 

Inspiration for both mounts was taken from Printables @MarcHooghiemstra Logitech C920 mount and Printables @damondarnell_302297 Blink Mini camera mount. The screw STL file was taken from @MarcHooghiemstra Logitech C920 mount.

Logitech C920 and Amazon Blink Mini dual camera mount

Mount.STL

I decided to do a remix instead of updating the earlier design because there are many new parts.

Main focus is changing the mounting holes on the base part and the cable chain bracket on the other end to hold a 10x15mm cable chain instead of the stock 10x10? cable chain. After changing to a direct drive system, I don't think the original cable chain can hold the additional motor cable, and filament sensor without potentially overpacking. And the original cable chain is closed which makes it extremely time-consuming to add/remove cables in the future.

Some other minor changes
1. Filament sensor bracket mounting hole changed from M4 to M3, since the new cable chain uses M3 holes, it is more to streamline the required threaded inserts.

2. Narrowed the guide channel on the base to slot into the roller bracket, for tighter fit.

 

Please refer to  https://than.gs/m/878970 for a list of the parts required. 

Parts required for cable chain upgrade:
1. 1pc BMG direct drive 10x15 cable chain and X5SA bracket cable chain 10x15 (both 3D printed)

2. 1pc 10x15 cable chain

3. 6pcs Brass threaded insert M3(OD4.5) (length up to 6mm)

4. 6pcs M3x10 (or longer) countersunk screws

For the revised reverse bowden solution, replace all the M4 screws and threaded inserts with M3 versions.

For the common hardware (fasteners, washers, etc), please refer to my consolidated AliExpress link near the end of this post.

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