Chunky - the one for all tent peg | multifuntional, DIY, for hard grounds

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This is Chunky ============= the multifunctional tent peg ----------------------------------- Of course, it's only a peg if you add the metal wire nail. It's designed to work with cheap but big nails with a diameter of 6-7.8mm. Most purchased pegs are weak, expensive or don't fit my needs. I originally designed different models for various use cases but then combined them all into this "Chunky" model. All the features of Chunky: =========================== * closed tube part for cords up to Ø5mm * multiple holes for different use cases (cords, hooks, springs) * big open hook / rail for quick setups and release * 30 x 3 mm slot for flat straps / belts * turn the Chunky upside down and use it as a "washer" or retaining disk for ropes of any size or small closed tent loops (you may fiddle them through a hole or the slot) * nail head fits in the "sink" so you won't hurt your feet * use bright colors for better visibility, don't step on them or leave your Chunkies behind! * user defined stability with your print settings: Do you want the peg to break or your tent? * can be printed flat or upright for different layer orientation, only safe overhangs and bridges in both orientations, no support needed * temporary setup with wire nails, permanent setup with screws possible * good look and feel! Chunky! What you need: ============= I use it with Ø7.6mm x 260mm DIN 1151 nails . Nails and 3D printed parts are cheap and easy to replace. 7.6mm fits best. Any nail with Ø6-7.8mm (8mm model) and a length of at least 15-20cm should work. I'll add a 6mm model for smaller nails but they may be too short or don't stick in the ground. Transform any of the models in X/Y or X/Y/Z direction with your slicer for your needs. Usage Information: ================ Too much vertical (90° angle upwards) force on the Chunky may break it or small parts of it, especially on the rail / hook side. So don't just pull your cords to remove the peg from the ground. Instead, use a gentle pulling motion. In case you miss the nail and hit the model, you should use at least 5 top layers. Tips for printing: ============= You need to find a good filament with good layer adhesion and find your own settings. You should use 4-5 perimeters and at least 5 top layers (in case you miss the nail and hit the model). Infill is not important, I use 10% gyroid but I added a local modifier to have 100% infill or 15 top layers on the "hook" side (opposite the tube), which is the weakest point. You can use weaker settings if you want the peg to break instead of your tent. Or you don't think about it at all and use 100% infill, which is still cheap and only uses 10-30% more material at 4-5 perimiter setting. A model of this size will never be expensive, don't overthink it. This is a functional print that you are going to hammer into the ground, use 0.2 or 0.25mm layer height for faster print times, we don't need any beauty here. If you still have problems with layer adhesion, you might want to print it on its side. I use PETG, which has good layer adhesion and should not break in case I miss the nail while hammering. Some hard TPU (A95 and harder) might also be a great idea and is worth a test. Use UV resistant filament for permanent setups.