Customizable Rocket Nose Cone Coupler

thingiverse

A critical component used to join a model rocket nose cone securely to the main body tube. This is particularly advantageous for a split halves nose cone, as seen in the Eggloft Egg Rocket Nose Cone available here: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2228825. The top setback portion provides ample space to secure the shoulder of the nose cone with tape. The combined length of this area and the nose cone's shoulder should accommodate the width of the tape used effectively. A strategically positioned hole at the bottom allows for the insertion of an eyelet, which can be screwed in place for securing the shock cord. Estes body tube dimensions are referenced below: http://www.estesrockets.com. Inner diameters and outer diameters for various body tubes are listed as follows: Inner diameters: BT-5: 13.2mm BT-20: 18.0mm BT-50: 24.1mm BT-55: 32.6mm BT-60: 40.5mm Outer diameters: BT-5: 13.8mm BT-20: 18.7mm BT-50: 24.8mm BT-55: 34.0mm BT-60: 42.0mm The STL file provided here is specifically designed for coupling a nosecone with a BT-20 fitting into a BT-50 body tube. Users may choose to generate their own STL files using the Customizer to optimize them for their printer's tolerances. Changes made to this file include: * May 7, 2017: File creation * June 8, 2017: Addition of a fillet/chamfer feature at the bottom of the coupler to facilitate easier body tube insertion.