Customizable House / Padlock Key

thingiverse

Create your own house or padlock plastic key with ease by utilizing this user-friendly key generator. For simplified versions of Kwikset style keys, visit www.thingiverse.com/thing:3067007 (Five Cylinder) and www.thingiverse.com/thing:3079563 (Six Cylinder). Remember that this is a plastic key, so handle it with care as it may break easily. The key printing process requires you to input an appropriate code and choose the desired style. A nail file might come in handy for removing excess plastic. Leave the code blank to generate a random key. Be cautious about sharing your printed key online, as others could print a copy. In the key customizer, switch to 'top' view and hold your key in front of the screen while adjusting the cut values. You might need multiple prints to achieve the perfect match; however, printing is quick and doesn't consume much filament. For faster results, try the 'straight' key header on your first attempt.