Filament Clip - Mini Curved Version 4 (two variants) - IMPROVED AGAIN AGAIN!

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<p>NOTE : Check for newer and better(?) versions of this clip by searching for “filament clip mini curved” :&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.prusaprinters.org/search/all?q=filament%20clip%20mini%20curved">https://www.prusaprinters.org/search/all?q=filament%20clip%20mini%20curved</a></p><p>NOTE 2 : My earlier versions of this clip worked pretty well, I think, but there is always room for improvement. My methodology is to continue to use the earlier versions as long as they do the job, and print the latest version when I need more of them.</p><p>This version of my filament clip has some subtle design differences which I hope will provide a couple of improvements :</p><ol><li>Better grip on filament reels over a wider range of rim thicknesses.</li><li>Improved grip on the filament end.</li></ol><p>As an experiment, I am also providing two variations of this new design, one with three “spring layers” and one with two layers (see photos).&nbsp;</p><p>Of course you can try both versions, but I seem to be getting good results with the two-layer version (which also prints faster).&nbsp;</p><h4>Print Instructions</h4><p>Print in PLA using the 3mf or gcode files provided. In general :</p><ul><li>perimeters = 4</li><li>infill = 0%</li><li>orient edge down on the build plate</li></ul><p>I printed on a smooth plate and did not use a brim. I recommend not using a brim because it is a pain to remove.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4>CAD</h4><p>The OnShape 3D CAD files for this are here :</p><p><a href="https://cad.onshape.com/documents/ef9efdbfeb66be493ae66ab3/w/17f5f483d6fe4faa11029354/e/b39ff17622cddb27d563acf5">https://cad.onshape.com/documents/ef9efdbfeb66be493ae66ab3/w/17f5f483d6fe4faa11029354/e/b39ff17622cddb27d563acf5</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>