Dryer exhaust vent flap

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<p>The dryer exhaust port outside my house has 3 flaps which blow open when the dryer is running and close when the air stops. One of the flaps recently broke, necessitating a replacement.</p> <p><strong>Approximate dimensions:</strong> Body of flap: 104mm (width) x 32mm (height) x 1.5mm (thickness)<br/> Retention tabs: 2.5mm (diameter) x 4.3mm (length)</p> <p><strong>Material considerations:</strong> In the USA, dryer exhaust temperatures are regulated to NOT exceed 180°F (82°C). Since it will also be used outdoors, sun/heat are also factors to consider when choosing a print material. As you probably know, the glass transition temperatures for common 3D filaments are:</p> <p>PLA: 60°C<br/> PETG: 88°C<br/> ABS: 105°C</p> <p>Therefore, PLA is NOT recommended for this print! PETG would be the minimum, with ABS being probably the more ideal material.</p> <h3> Print Settings</h3> <p><strong>Printer Brand:</strong></p> <p>FlashForge</p> <p><p class="detail-setting printer"><strong>Printer: </strong> <div><p>FlashForge Creator Pro</p></div><strong>Rafts:</strong></p> <p>Yes</p> <p><p class="detail-setting supports"><strong>Supports: </strong> <div><p>No</p></div><strong>Resolution:</strong></p> <p>0.2</p> <p><br/> <p class="detail-setting notes"><strong>Notes: </strong> </p><div><p>I printed with 20% rectilinear infill. It is important for the infill to be at a 45% angle against the long-edge of the vent, rather than parallel to the edge, for strength reasons:</p> <a href="http://www.sparxeng.com/blog/mechanical/3d-print-orientation-effect-part-strength">http://www.sparxeng.com/blog/mechanical/3d-print-orientation-effect-part-strength</a></div></p> </p></p> Category: Replacement Parts