Aqueon QuietFlow Canister Filter Hinge

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Fits Aqueon QuietFlow 400 canister filter, and other sizes likely as well. Bought this filter brand new but a crucial part arrived broken right out of the box. Decided to wait no longer for a warranty replacement, took matters into my own hands, and set out to design something entirely from scratch. The first print attempt went terribly wrong - the pins that protruded were held together by just one layer and snapped off instantly under pressure. Found a solution by inserting a small bolt through the hole, which significantly improved its strength. Adjusted the file to make it solid inside, but have yet to test it with an actual print job. The bolt version might actually be better, so I uploaded both the original design with fragile pins and my modified version that should come out solid as a rock. Print this model with supports in place for optimal results.