Glow in the Dark Camper Key Sleeve

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I have to admit, this is more of a conceptual idea than a fully functional file unless your key dimensions are precisely .830" X .967". Since buying our camper, it's been tough for me to identify the correct key to use when unlocking the door. When I had spare keys made, I decided to take matters into my own hands and create my own custom sleeve around the key using glow-in-the-dark PLA. I printed the lower section first and programmed a pause just before filling in the top layer, carefully placing the key inside it before restarting the print. To ensure a strong bond between the PLA and the key, I sprayed the key with Aquanet and left it on the bed during the lower section printing process, allowing it to heat up and secure the PLA in place. By mistake, I set the bed temperature to 105 degrees instead of the usual 50 degrees for PLA - much to my surprise, this worked flawlessly, so I repeated the process with the second key. When I arrived at the camper that evening, finding the key was a breeze, and it also faintly illuminated the lock, making it easier to use in the dark. Print Settings Printer: FlashForge Dreamer Rafts: No Supports: No Resolution: High Infill: 100%