Aqueon Aquarium Filter 10 Intake Tube

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I was meticulously cleaning my filter when disaster struck - the intake tube suddenly snapped into two pieces, its brittle edges crumbling at an alarming rate after years of faithful service. Frustrated by this setback, I decided to design a more robust replacement that would outlast any standard issue component. Observing my snails becoming trapped in the original intake and meeting a tragic demise, I resolved to create a more spacious lower section with enlarged gaps to facilitate the safe passage of food particles through the filter. What you should bear in mind: - This print requires precision and patience as it demands an extremely high resolution of 100 microns due to its intricate structure. Hobbyists with Rep-Rap printers will appreciate this challenge. - In my software, I set the support material to kick in at a 20% gradient to ensure optimal results. - Crucially, make sure that the support material is not embedded within the printed structure; attempting to remove it would be futile and guaranteed to fail. - Considering the potential for degradation due to UV light exposure and water sensitivity, PLA may not be the ideal material choice for this project.