Filament Clip - Mini Curved Version 4 (two variants) - IMPROVED AGAIN AGAIN!
We calculate the final price from your selected file. You review and accept it before payment.
Saved on this device.
Continuing my efforts to create the perfect filament clip.
- Rating
- 5 / 5
- Likes
- 6
- Downloads
- 45
- Makes
- 4
- Views
- 260
- Reviews
- 3
Updated at source:
Model information
- Source
- Printables
- Category
- Accessories
- License
- Creative Commons — Public Domain
NOTE : Check for newer and better(?) versions of this clip by searching for “filament clip mini curved” :
https://www.prusaprinters.org/search/all?q=filament%20clip%20mini%20curved
NOTE 2 : My earlier versions of this clip worked pretty well, I think, but there is always room for improvement. My methodology is to continue to use the earlier versions as long as they do the job, and print the latest version when I need more of them.
This version of my filament clip has some subtle design differences which I hope will provide a couple of improvements :
- Better grip on filament reels over a wider range of rim thicknesses.
- Improved grip on the filament end.
As an experiment, I am also providing two variations of this new design, one with three “spring layers” and one with two layers (see photos).
Of course you can try both versions, but I seem to be getting good results with the two-layer version (which also prints faster).
Print Instructions
Print in PLA using the 3mf or gcode files provided. In general :
- perimeters = 4
- infill = 0%
- orient edge down on the build plate
I printed on a smooth plate and did not use a brim. I recommend not using a brim because it is a pain to remove.
CAD
The OnShape 3D CAD files for this are here :