Filament Welding/Splicing Fixture (print-in-place, fully assembled)
Source: Thingiverse by alexlunamarie
The Filament Welding/Splicing Fixture (print-in-place, fully assembled) is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by alexlunamarie. I wanted a simple print-in-place jig to hold my filament steady for welding. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
I wanted a simple print-in-place jig to hold my filament steady for welding. Most of the designs on here use screws to hold the clamp together, but the plastic will strip out over time. This design is an easy print for most printers, and will be ready-to-use fresh off the print bed. For welding, I recommend a soldering iron with temperature control, set to the ideal printing temperature of your filament. Just cut the ends of your filament at a 45° angle and line them up in the grooves. Cover the tip of the soldering iron with aluminum foil and carefully melt the ends of your filament together. This is the iron I use: EDIT: (8/3/22) I uploaded a revised .stl with the correct scale, as the original was scaled for mm instead of inches. (Oops!)
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Filament Welding/Splicing Fixture (print-in-place, fully assembled) is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by alexlunamarie.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by alexlunamarie, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.
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