It’s all about the snap. Will also hold a jellybean or small chocolate.

See here for video: https://youtu.be/p5RxgP4WY7Y 

The best way to print these is as oriented, with the model raised off the build plate 3mm and tree supports underneath. You will likely need to smooth the surfaces. If they are too tight, snapping them together and apart a few times will loosen it up.

Other snap-together eggs:
Basketball: https://thangs.com/mythangs/file/796742 
Tennis Ball: https://thangs.com/mythangs/file/796748 
Baseball: https://thangs.com/mythangs/file/796753


Egg Snaps

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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 (Basketball)

This snap-together modular strut system can be used to create large scale 3D printed objects with minimal time and material. Chairs? Tables? Bridges? How big will you go?!

See here for video of some basic shapes and structures: https://youtu.be/ifpAeNatWeI 

See here for video demonstrating end cap configurations: https://youtu.be/PjqBAvGYHfw 

See here for stable download: https://social.thangs.com/m/74913 

Summary

The “octet truss” is a geometric pattern used in architecture and structural engineering in the design of lightweight, rigid space frames used to span large areas or fill large spaces. It is known for being strong, rigid, and lightweight.

The 3D printing technique known as “spiralized printing” or “vase mode” is faster and uses relatively less material than other slicing techniques.

This design combines the geometry of the octet truss with a shape that is optimized for spiralized printing. In “Spiralized Mode,” a single piece will print in 20 min at regular speed and use less than 4g of material. In comparison, printing a single piece in regular non-spiralized settings takes approximately 35min and 12g of material.

The octet truss is composed of tetrahedrons and octahedrons with twelve struts joining at each vertex. The pattern is quite instinctive once you start playing with the pieces, so you do not need to understand the geometry to build with this design. This lattice structure can continue infinitely to take on whatever structural shape you would like to create.

The pieces to require some force and a bit of practice to snap together. They are held in place by the flexible nature of the spiralized print. Assembled pieces are actually quite strong on their own, but you can add glue for a stronger and more permanent structure.

Struts

The struts are designed to print with a 0.8mm nozzle. They will print with a smaller nozzle but may not be as strong. Here are recommendations for printing in Cura:

1.	Turn off bottom layer by setting “Top/Bottom Thickness” to 0mm
2.	Adding a “skirt” is a good idea
3.	In “Special Modes,” check “Spiralize Outer Contour.”
4.	To print multiple copies in one print, go to “Special Modes” and change “Print Sequence” to “One at a time”. If you choose this option, you will need to pay special attention to placing the objects on the print bed in such a way that the print head and gantry do not collide with the finished prints. The files is sized to allow 12 “one at a time” prints on a 220mm x 220mm Ultimaker 2+ print bed.

End Caps

The various end caps can be used aesthetically or to create solid weightbearing surfaces on your assembly. The end cap system is made up of five pieces that can be used individually or in combination to cap off any combination of struts.

Please note that all ends caps are printed with standard settings, NOT spiralized!

The best way to figure out how end caps are use is just to start playing! Expect to have some “ah ha moments”! The video shows a few of the more common arrangements.

The end caps are name for how many struts they replace.

End Cap Half: Replaces half of a strut and is only ever use in combination with the “End Cap Six”
End Cap One: Replaces a full strut and is usually used on combination with other end caps.
End Cap Two and a Half: Replaces a two-and-a-half struts. These are use in pairs to replace five struts.
End Cap Three: Replaces three struts.
End Cap Six: Replace six struts. This end cap is always used in combination with two “End Cap Half”


Spiralized Octet Truss Modular Snap Struts

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These pieces snap together to form a spherical truncated icosahedron, a shape recognizable as a football or soccer ball. 

See here for video: https://youtu.be/C-KsbcPzaH4 

In the model shown, the “Penta” pieces are printed in black, the “Hex” pieces are printed in white. A complete ball requires 20 of the “Hex” pieces and 12 of the “Penta” pieces. The files provided will create a ball that is 100mm in diameter.

This design minimizes that amount of material needed to print large spheres, and also allows for multicolour balls by printing pieces in different colours.  You do not need supports to print, but you will need to ensure good bed adhesion. 

The pieces hold together on their own and will not need glue.

When assembling, be aware that the connection tabs on the hexagonal pieces are different depending on whether that side is connecting to another hexagonal piece or a pentagonal piece.

Pentagonal pieces only ever connect to hexagonal pieces, so the pentagonal tabs are all the same.

The tolerance between pieces is intentionally tight and will require some force to assemble. You can loosen the fit by filing of the thicker bottom layer “elephant foot” on each piece, or by scaling up the pieces slightly to increase the space between.  Be sure to do a few small test prints first before printing a whole batch.


Snap Ball (Truncated Icosahedron) 

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This stylized Icosahedron prints flat and then folds and snaps into place! That means you can get cool multicolor parts on all faces with simple color swaps... pretty fun stuff!

From my [Folding Polyhedra Pack No.1](https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-folding-polyhedra-pack-no-1-81865)

Icosahedron Pyramids // Folding Polyhedra Pack No.1

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Rhombic Triacontahedron. _Rhombic Triacontahedron._ **Rhombic Triacontahedron** ... say that three times fast!

Don't worry, this awesome shape is way easier to print than it is to pronounce. It prints flat and then folds and snaps into place. Super cool!


From my [Folding Polyhedra Pack No.1](https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-folding-polyhedra-pack-no-1-81865)

Rhombic Triacontahedron Spore // Folding Polypanel Pack No.1

Rhombic Triacontahedron Rhombictriacontahedron. _Rhombic Triacontahedron Rhombictriacontahedron._ **Rhombic Triacontahedron Rhombictriacontahedron** ... say that three times fast!

Don't worry, this awesome shape is way easier to print than it is to pronounce. It prints flat and then folds and snaps into place. Super cool!


This is a freebie from my [Folding Polyhedra Pack No.1](https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-folding-polyhedra-pack-no-1-81865)

Rhombic Triacontahedron Rhombictriacontahedron Spore // Folding Polypanel Pack No.1

These simple pieces pop together to form garland chains or rings as long as you want!

See here for video: https://youtu.be/1CaD0fBSdWQ

To connect pieces together, simply pinch the large end of one piece so that the opening becomes oval-shaped. Insert the oval end of the second piece inside and release. The pieces remain connected but can be separated again if needed. Create long chains or rings by adding as many pieces as you want.

The pieces are designed to be printed in “Vase” or “Spiralized” mode. The file is optimized for printing with a 0.4mm nozzle. Printing with different nozzle sizes is still possible but will affect the tightness of fit.

Each piece uses approximately half a gram of material, making this a great design to use up the scraps of filament you have lying around!

Each piece takes approximately 5 minutes to print. It is, however, much more efficient to print multiple pieces sequentially! Setting up spiralized models to print “one at a time” takes a bit of planning as the pieces must be spaced and sequenced properly so that the hot end or gantry does not collide with the finished prints as it moves on to the next print. This is a good model to learn this technique as the models are under 20mm high and likely to fit under most gantries.

Make the bottom open by setting “bottom layers” to zero. Good build plate adhesion is essential, so ensure that your machine is well calibrated.

Model Shown is printed with Eryone tricolor silk 


Pop Garland

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This 4 dimensional dodecahedron prints flat and then folds and snaps into place! That means you can get cool multicolor parts on all faces with simple color swaps as well as crazy geometry without support material!

This is from my [Folding Polyhedra Pack No.1](https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-folding-polyhedra-pack-no-1-81865)

Hyperdodecahedron // Folding Polyhedra Pack No.1

This 4 dimensional dodecahedron prints flat and then folds and snaps into place! That means you can get cool multicolor parts on all faces with simple color swaps as well as crazy geometry without support material!

This is a freebie from my [Folding Polyhedra Pack No.1](https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-folding-polyhedra-pack-no-1-81865)

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An excellent hook for all your pegboarding needs! This EZPZ pegboard hook prints quickly without supports, and features a unique clipping system that snaps onto your pegboard so it won't accidentally fall out, but it can also be removed in a non-destructive manner!

This particular hook has a 20mm depth and a shallow angle. You can check out my other hooks for different sizes, or leave a comment to request something specific!

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**_Printing Guidelines_**

Print solid. That's it!

The footprint is quite small, so make sure you have a well leveled build plate and good adhesion. You may need to slow down your first layer speed or even add a brim if you're having trouble getting the prints to stay down.

---

**_Operating Instructions_**

These are designed for standard pegboards with 0.25" holes spaced 1" apart, and roughly 0.25" thick.

To install, first insert the top peg, then pop in the bottom clip. You can press the clip from below while inserting if you have a fragile pegboard.

To remove, just to the reverse, pressing from below so the clip can be removed. You can use a flathead screwdriver to press the clip up further, especially if you have a fragile pegboard.

---

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

EZPZ Pegboard Hook // 20mm Hook Type B

An excellent hook for all your pegboarding needs! This EZPZ pegboard hook prints quickly without supports, and features a unique clipping system that snaps onto your pegboard so it won't accidentally fall out, but it can also be removed in a non-destructive manner!

This particular hook has a 20mm depth and a shallow angle. You can check out my other hooks for different sizes, or leave a comment to request something specific!

---

**_Printing Guidelines_**

Print solid. That's it!

The footprint is quite small, so make sure you have a well leveled build plate and good adhesion. You may need to slow down your first layer speed or even add a brim if you're having trouble getting the prints to stay down.

---

**_Operating Instructions_**

These are designed for standard pegboards with 0.25" holes spaced 1" apart, and roughly 0.25" thick.

To install, first insert the top peg, then pop in the bottom clip. You can press the clip from below while inserting if you have a fragile pegboard.

To remove, just to the reverse, pressing from below so the clip can be removed. You can use a flathead screwdriver to press the clip up further, especially if you have a fragile pegboard.


A few tetrahedrons from my [Folding Polyhedra Pack](https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-81865). Print flat, fold, and snap together! This technique can produce super clean and satisfying prints. Enjoy :)

[Relevant Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXeR6tmcZCE)

Tetrahedrons // Folding Polyhedra

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Boy is that name a mouthful, huh? But basically this is just a rather cool mathematical shape printed flat and assembled after printing.

These 12 models are printed flat and must be carefully folded and snapped together. This one can be challenging to assemble, so I suggest getting comfortable with the technique starting with one of my more simple [folding polyhedra.](https://than.gs/m/916340)

Print at 100% infill at 0.1mm layer height

 

Folding Pentagonal Hexacontahedron Puzzle

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[Relevant Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXeR6tmcZCE)

Part of my [Folding Polyhedra Pack](https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-81865)! These dice print unfolded so they can be more balanced (although it's certainly not perfect yet). This also leads to nice surface finish and allows for using the [multipass printing technique](https://makeanything.design/multipass-multicolor/) for multicolor prints with a single extruder. There's also a single color version ( though you can still do a filament swap after the first couple of layers for the dots to be a second color).

Print. Snap into place, starting with the loop of four sides, then the remaining two opposite sides.

I found these to hold together really well printed with [MatterHackers PRO PLA](https://bit.ly/PRO-PLA), but it's not a bad idea to use a drop or two of cyanoacrylate (super glue) or [E6000](https://amzn.to/445wSLT) to be absolutely sure it doesn't come apart.

Folding 16mm Dice // Single and Dual Color

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An excellent hook for all your pegboarding needs! This EZPZ pegboard hook prints quickly without supports, and features a unique clipping system that snaps onto your pegboard so it won't accidentally fall out, but it can also be removed in a non-destructive manner!

This particular hook has a 25mm depth and a reinforcing strut along the bottom, which takes up a bit more space in exchange for greater strength. You can check out my other hooks for different sizes, or leave a comment to request something specific!

---

**_Printing Guidelines_**

Print solid. That's it!

The footprint is quite small, so make sure you have a well leveled build plate and good adhesion. You may need to slow down your first layer speed or even add a brim if you're having trouble getting the prints to stay down.

---

**_Operating Instructions_**

These are designed for standard pegboards with 0.25" holes spaced 1" apart, and roughly 0.25" thick.

To install, first insert the top peg, then pop in the bottom clip. You can press the clip from below while inserting if you have a fragile pegboard.

To remove, just to the reverse, pressing from below so the clip can be removed. You can use a flathead screwdriver to press the clip up further, especially if you have a fragile pegboard.

EZPZ Pegboard Hook // 25mm Reinforced Hook

An excellent hook for all your pegboarding needs! This EZPZ pegboard hook prints quickly without supports, and features a unique clipping system that snaps onto your pegboard so it won't accidentally fall out, but it can also be removed in a non-destructive manner!

This particular hook has a 10mm depth and a shallow angle. You can check out my other hooks for different sizes, or leave a comment to request something specific!

---

**_Printing Guidelines_**

Print solid. That's it!

The footprint is quite small, so make sure you have a well leveled build plate and good adhesion. You may need to slow down your first layer speed or even add a brim if you're having trouble getting the prints to stay down.

---

**_Operating Instructions_**

These are designed for standard pegboards with 0.25" holes spaced 1" apart, and roughly 0.25" thick.

To install, first insert the top peg, then pop in the bottom clip. You can press the clip from below while inserting if you have a fragile pegboard.

To remove, just to the reverse, pressing from below so the clip can be removed. You can use a flathead screwdriver to press the clip up further, especially if you have a fragile pegboard.

---

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

EZPZ Pegboard Hook // 10mm Hook Type B

An excellent hook for all your pegboarding needs! This EZPZ pegboard hook prints quickly without supports, and features a unique clipping system that snaps onto your pegboard so it won't accidentally fall out, but it can also be removed in a non-destructive manner!

This particular hook has a 10mm depth and a shallow angle. You can check out my other hooks for different sizes, or leave a comment to request something specific!

---

**_Printing Guidelines_**

Print solid. That's it!

The footprint is quite small, so make sure you have a well leveled build plate and good adhesion. You may need to slow down your first layer speed or even add a brim if you're having trouble getting the prints to stay down.

---

**_Operating Instructions_**

These are designed for standard pegboards with 0.25" holes spaced 1" apart, and roughly 0.25" thick.

To install, first insert the top peg, then pop in the bottom clip. You can press the clip from below while inserting if you have a fragile pegboard.

To remove, just to the reverse, pressing from below so the clip can be removed. You can use a flathead screwdriver to press the clip up further, especially if you have a fragile pegboard.

An excellent hook for all your pegboarding needs! This EZPZ pegboard hook prints quickly without supports, and features a unique clipping system that snaps onto your pegboard so it won't accidentally fall out, but it can also be removed in a non-destructive manner!

This particular hook has a 20mm depth and a reinforcing strut along the bottom, which takes up a bit more space in exchange for greater strength. You can check out my other hooks for different sizes, or leave a comment to request something specific!

---

**_Printing Guidelines_**

Print solid. That's it!

The footprint is quite small, so make sure you have a well leveled build plate and good adhesion. You may need to slow down your first layer speed or even add a brim if you're having trouble getting the prints to stay down.

---

**_Operating Instructions_**

These are designed for standard pegboards with 0.25" holes spaced 1" apart, and roughly 0.25" thick.

To install, first insert the top peg, then pop in the bottom clip. You can press the clip from below while inserting if you have a fragile pegboard.

To remove, just to the reverse, pressing from below so the clip can be removed. You can use a flathead screwdriver to press the clip up further, especially if you have a fragile pegboard.

EZPZ Pegboard Hook // 20mm Reinforced Hook

An excellent hook for all your pegboarding needs! This EZPZ pegboard hook prints quickly without supports, and features a unique clipping system that snaps onto your pegboard so it won't accidentally fall out, but it can also be removed in a non-destructive manner!

This particular hook has a 25mm depth. You can check out my other hooks for different sizes, or leave a comment to request something specific!

---

**_Printing Guidelines_**

Print solid. That's it!

The footprint is quite small, so make sure you have a well leveled build plate and good adhesion. You may need to slow down your first layer speed or even add a brim if you're having trouble getting the prints to stay down.

---

**_Operating Instructions_**

These are designed for standard pegboards with 0.25" holes spaced 1" apart, and roughly 0.25" thick.

To install, first insert the top peg, then pop in the bottom clip. You can press the clip from below while inserting if you have a fragile pegboard.

To remove, just to the reverse, pressing from below so the clip can be removed. You can use a flathead screwdriver to press the clip up further, especially if you have a fragile pegboard.

EZPZ Pegboard Hook // 25mm Hook

An excellent hook for all your pegboarding needs! This EZPZ pegboard hook prints quickly without supports, and features a unique clipping system that snaps onto your pegboard so it won't accidentally fall out, but it can also be removed in a non-destructive manner!

This particular hook has a 10mm depth and a reinforcing strut along the bottom, which takes up a bit more space in exchange for greater strength. You can check out my other hooks for different sizes, or leave a comment to request something specific!

---

**_Printing Guidelines_**

Print solid. That's it!

The footprint is quite small, so make sure you have a well leveled build plate and good adhesion. You may need to slow down your first layer speed or even add a brim if you're having trouble getting the prints to stay down.

---

**_Operating Instructions_**

These are designed for standard pegboards with 0.25" holes spaced 1" apart, and roughly 0.25" thick.

To install, first insert the top peg, then pop in the bottom clip. You can press the clip from below while inserting if you have a fragile pegboard.

To remove, just to the reverse, pressing from below so the clip can be removed. You can use a flathead screwdriver to press the clip up further, especially if you have a fragile pegboard.

EZPZ Pegboard Hook // 10mm Reinforced Hook

An excellent hook for all your pegboarding needs! This EZPZ pegboard hook prints quickly without supports, and features a unique clipping system that snaps onto your pegboard so it won't accidentally fall out, but it can also be removed in a non-destructive manner!

This particular hook has a 15mm depth. You can check out my other hooks for different sizes, or leave a comment to request something specific!

---

**_Printing Guidelines_**

Print solid. That's it!

The footprint is quite small, so make sure you have a well leveled build plate and good adhesion. You may need to slow down your first layer speed or even add a brim if you're having trouble getting the prints to stay down.

---

**_Operating Instructions_**

These are designed for standard pegboards with 0.25" holes spaced 1" apart, and roughly 0.25" thick.

To install, first insert the top peg, then pop in the bottom clip. You can press the clip from below while inserting if you have a fragile pegboard.

To remove, just to the reverse, pressing from below so the clip can be removed. You can use a flathead screwdriver to press the clip up further, especially if you have a fragile pegboard.

EZPZ Pegboard Hook // 15mm Hook

[Relevant Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXeR6tmcZCE)


This is the Wireframe Icosahedron from my [Folding Polyhedra Pack](https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-81865)! Print flat, fold, and snap together! This technique can produce super clean and satisfying prints. Enjoy :)

Wireframe Icosahedron // Folding Polyhedra

An excellent hook for all your pegboarding needs! This EZPZ pegboard hook prints quickly without supports, and features a unique clipping system that snaps onto your pegboard so it won't accidentally fall out, but it can also be removed in a non-destructive manner!

This particular hook has a 10mm depth. You can check out my other hooks for different sizes, or leave a comment to request something specific!

---

**_Printing Guidelines_**

Print solid. That's it!

The footprint is quite small, so make sure you have a well leveled build plate and good adhesion. You may need to slow down your first layer speed or even add a brim if you're having trouble getting the prints to stay down.

---

**_Operating Instructions_**

These are designed for standard pegboards with 0.25" holes spaced 1" apart, and roughly 0.25" thick.

To install, first insert the top peg, then pop in the bottom clip. You can press the clip from below while inserting if you have a fragile pegboard.

To remove, just to the reverse, pressing from below so the clip can be removed. You can use a flathead screwdriver to press the clip up further, especially if you have a fragile pegboard.

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