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  • Mercedes Benz Trim Retainer Nut 3D Print Model

    Mercedes Benz Trim Retainer Nut 3D Print Model

    Summary
    These nuts are used to retain the tailights in Mercedes Benz W163 ML series SUVs.
    Over time the factory nuts come loose and the thread becomes worn and they no longer hold the tail lights correctly, resulting in wobbling lights, damaged bulb filaments, and large unsightly panel gaps
    This replacement nut takes about 20 minutes to print with a 0.1mm layer height.
    This is very similar to the interior carpet retainer nut used on many models on Mercedes Benz that era, so may be able to be used to retain carpet too.
    I’ve designed this without an internal thread inside the nut. The factory retainer is threaded onto tapered self tapping thread fixed onto the vehicle. It should be forced onto the thread with a 10mm socket, so that the vehicle thread bites into the plastic to retain the nut. Make sure you clean the thread of old sealants or plastic for a good bite.

  • Kegerator Check Ball Retainer 3D Print Model

    Kegerator Check Ball Retainer 3D Print Model

    Summary
    This part replaces the small plastic retainer that stops the check valve ball from traveling up the beer outlet tube on a kegerator beer coupler.
    Evidently, these parts are way over the top expensive ($8 for a dime size part…) so after losing mine I modeled this replacement.
    This part has been printed and tested, it works great!
    Print Settings
    Resolution:
    0.1 Infill:
    100% Notes:
    Print in PLA or other food-safe plastic. Slow and steady wins the race on a small part like this one.

  • Parametric Motor Retainer 3D Print Model

    Parametric Motor Retainer 3D Print Model

    Summary
    This parametric motor retainer uses the “Poor man’s openscad screw library” found here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:8796
    The settings in the scad file are adapted to my printer, aside from the dimensions at the top, you may need to adjust the “fudge_factor” setting until you get an appropriate fit on your body tube and a well-functioning thread.
    Use this at your own risk, if you do not have sufficient layer adhesion, this part will not retain your motor when the ejection charge goes off. Ensure that your printed part is sufficiently strong before using it in flight! If the threads are too loose, they can slip off the retainer ring, so be sure your thread clearance is tight enough as well. The clearance should be as tight as possible while the threads are still functional.
    Note that not all adhesives work well with printed plastics! Be sure you have a strong bond between the retainer ring and the motor mount tube before you use it for flight.
    Print Settings
    Printer Brand:
    SeeMeCNC Printer:
    Rostock MAX v2 Rafts:
    No Supports:
    No Resolution:
    0.2 Infill:
    N/A Notes:
    A resolution of 0.1 mm might produce nicer threads; experiment to find the smoothest working & strongest part your printer is able to produce.

  • Cabinet glass retainer clip – 5/16″ 3D Print Model

    Cabinet glass retainer clip – 5/16″ 3D Print Model

    Summary
    Glass retainer clip used for kitchen cabinets.
    Print Settings
    Printer Brand:
    Ultimaker Printer:
    Ultimaker 2 Extended Rafts:
    No Supports:
    Doesn’t Matter