1.75 mm Filament Lock with Integrated Cleaner
A comment on my original Filament Lock design asked whether it would be possible to integrate a filament cleaner.
This filament lock with integrated cleaner is based on the previous filament lock design which is designed to prevent unspooling and tangles.
Now with this added benefit:
*Never forget to install the cleaner when loading filament ✔
Printer:
HyperCube Evolution
Rafts:
No
Resolution:
.2
Infill:
40%
Filament: 3D Solutech PLA Whatever color you like.
Notes:
The 40% fill is to give the small area protrusions some additional strength.
There is also an stl and image of a representation of the sponge for the cleaner. This can be used to estimate the size and preparation of the sponge. Although, since it is a sponge, shape doesn't matter as much as size.Tuck a piece of sponge into the cleaner and snap on the cap to complete the cleaner.
I found cutting the sponge into two layers makes filament insertion easier.
Rendering of filament locked into clip
The guide inside diameter is large enough to allow the filament to pull easily through the lock. The cleaner will remove dust and optionally oil the filament. Leaving the filament lock threaded on the spool prevents tangles occurring during filament unloading from the printer. 3. Load filament to printer
Category: 3D Printer AccessoriesThe author marked this model as their own original creation. Imported from Thingiverse.