Customizable Sample Spool

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ChangeLog: 2-5-2020: V5 I have made tolerances tighter, so parts hold more firmly together and give a clear audible click. 7-26-19: V3 - I decided to make version 3, getting rid of threads. They were causing more issues than they solved. Now you get a base v3 and lid v3. Insert the lid into the base, twist it slightly, and you should hear a small click when closed. I have also made 10mm and 20mm spacers for bigger samples, especially useful if you're respooling an almost empty 1kg spool (thanks Madmonkey for the idea). 7-24-19: Made v2 of the spacers as there was a flat area hanging in the air that caused the need for supports. 7-23-19: I have increased tolerance in the spool starter hole so filament isn't held down too much. I have also added 2 new spacers, 10mm and 20mm. This way, if you have bigger samples, it will still work, and you can still use the ones you already printed. I also renamed parts to Base and Lid to make more sense. The 3MF files are still based on v1 spool. This design is for everyone who subscribes to one of the multiple monthly sample filament deliveries or buys a multi-pack sample like the one offered by Polyalchemy. These designs are easy to reuse and swap the sample you're currently using. There are openings in the middle of the spool to hold onto the end of the sample so it doesn't unravel, and the slot openings in the side are designed to go below and above the sample, allowing you to easily place the twist tie back onto the sample while it's still neatly in the spool. The custom part of the spool is the design of the sides. You get to pick how it looks. I made it specifically to take advantage of the modifiers in PrusaSlicer. First, load the part you want (big or small) and then load the provided modifier STL. Or just load the EMF file provided. Next, make the top and bottom layers of the main part 0 to expose the infill design. Prusa released an excellent video on the process https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PVeh43Or-g&t=0s *Support me on Patreon:* [<img src="https://c5.patreon.com/external/logo/become_a_patron_button.png" alt="image">](https://www.patreon.com/Dsk001)