This model represents a piston and its connecting rod. While not a faithful copy of the components in an actual engine (more realistic geometries may be coming soon), the piston head features two slots where o-rings would be in a real car and a faux wrist pin embossed in the surface.
The real magic happens on the inside: the print-in-place hinge allows the rod to rotate independently of the piston, giving this print an excellent fidgeting potential - although the most fun part is actually “breaking” the hinge off the build plate.
A keyring can also be attached to the big end of the rod, so you can customize your keys or your backpack and tell the whole world you're a true petrolhead.
Dimensions: Ø 24mm, h 43mm, about 5g of PLA
This is a fully print-in-place and supportless model - in fact, it's important that NO SUPPORT is used, otherwise the hinge will not work.
The author marked this model as their own original creation.