Filament clip (3mm and 1,75)

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I wanted a sleek and subtle design that wouldn't extend beyond the reel's edge when stacked, eliminating the need for clip adjustment. To achieve this, use the filament's final two loops to create a tight bond in the clip. First, thread one loop into the clip while keeping tension on the end of the filament; then, push the second loop snugly into place beside it. This technique succeeds because the opposing forces exerted by both loops align and balance each other perfectly. Since these clips work with 3mm filament, I'm unsure about their performance with 1.75mm spools; however, a fellow creator reported similar results (see linked Makers), indicating compatibility across filament sizes. Note that users with finer or more viscous filament should print at reduced dimensions - ideally between 1% and 2% smaller to accommodate its unique characteristics. If you manage to fabricate one of these clips, kindly share your experiences; I'm genuinely curious about the outcome. Upon revisiting user requests, I've generated an updated version with expanded and taller ducts (dubbed V2). I also created a ribbed variant to further enhance filament handling efficiency in printing (RibbedForYourPleasure-V2), which demonstrated outstanding performance with 3mm stock.