Extendable Modular Tube Container

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A truly modular storage solution in a tube awaits you. You can custom configure its length and the amount of storage per cavity inside. Create one long tube or divide it up into small segments to securely store small things separately from other items in different compartments, all within the same tube. There are seven components that let you make a storage tube as long as you want by combining the parts to suit your needs. The parts include: Male Cap: The male end cap is very shallow, so treat it as a cap for your tube. Female Cap: Two versions are provided - the standard cap has an internal height / space of approx. 25mm, while the Tall version has an internal height / space of 40mm. Centre Sections Hollow: This part acts as a spacer / tube extension, approximately 35mm and 50mm in length (2 files). Centre Section Dividers: This part has a base that acts as a divider, with an internal storage height / space of approx. 33mm and 48mm (2 files called 35/50). By combining these components, you can create a tubular storage solution to suit your needs - make it long and hollow or just a simple short container, adding divisions that keep small items separate and easily accessible individually. Practical and versatile storage for small things is now within reach. Print parts to suit your needs and use different colors to identify sections / contents within your Extendable Tube Container. Colour coding makes it easy to find and access the items / section required while all other sections remain closed / sealed. Refer to the print settings and images for additional information, and post images of your Extendable Tube Containers for other members to see. If you like this design, be sure to check out the rest of my fun and practical designs. Print Settings: Printer Brand: MakerBot Printer: MakerBot Replicator+ Rafts: Doesn't Matter Supports: No Resolution: Standard / 0.20mm Infill: PLA / 2 Shells / 20% or greater Notes: Easy prints... use higher than standard infill to ensure the prints are strong and durable. Post-Printing: Nothing to do... just print, then screw together and your tubular storage solution is ready to use. Refer to the images and use a quick spray of silicone to make the threads turn really smoothly - dry PLA tends not to bind so surfaces don't run smoothly past each other.