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GripCheck – Tire Tread Depth Keychain Gauge

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Two Versions · 1.6 / 3 / 4 mm · Easy to Print🛠 OverviewGripCheck is a compact, functional tire‑tread depth gauge…

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Two Versions · 1.6 / 3 / 4 mm · Easy to Print

🛠 Overview

GripCheck is a compact, functional tire‑tread depth gauge designed as a keychain. It allows you to quickly check the three most important tread thresholds:

  • 1.6 mm → legal minimum limit

  • 3 mm → recommended for summer tires

  • 4 mm → recommended for winter tires

Small, durable, and easy to carry — perfect for drivers, mechanics, and anyone who wants a quick safety check.


🌀 Two Versions Included

1) Flat Version – Support‑Free
  • Printsflat on the build plate No supports needed

  • Clean, minimal, fast to print

  • Ideal for everyday use

2) Technical Version – Circular Reference Rim
  • Features araised circular rim for improved tactile and visual alignment

  • More “instrument‑like” and professional ***Requires supports** due to the perimeter relief

  • Slightly more precise reference feel


📏 Measurements

Each GripCheck includes three depth indicators:

Indicator

Meaning

1.6 mm

Legal minimum tread depth

3 mm

Recommended summer tire threshold

4 mm

Recommended winter tire threshold

The protrusions are dimensioned to match the real depth, so what you insert is what you measure.


🧱 Print Settings

  • Material: PLA or PETG

  • Layer height: 0.2 mm

  • Infill: 20–30%

  • Supports:

    • Flat version →No

    • Technical version →Yes 

  • Orientation: Flat on the build plate


🖊 Notes

  • Designed for accuracy and ease of use

  • Keychain hole included

  • Optimized for FDM printing

  • Compact and ergonomic circular shape

Category: Machine Tools

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