iPhone Lightning Cable KeyChain - Quick&Easy Print, Great Gift

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This is a super quick and easy print and a great gift idea. What is it? Somehow iPhone users around me are always at critical battery levels and looking for a charge. This is a little survival tool that will allow them to always carry a backup lightning cable with them as a keychain. You'll need to add a 6" to 12" cable, and a keychain ring to complete the item. The STL is simply a tiny keychain cap that will securely hold a Lightning to USB cable. It has tiny little nubs inside the cap that ensure the cable will not slide out too easily. Steps to Make: 1. Print it - My recommended settings are: no supports, with 0.1 to 0.2 layers, 3 shells and 20% infill 2. Buy Lightning to USB cables (8 inch works best for this). I suggest a 3 or 5 pack for the best value. They are typically about $10 for a 5 pack. Many colors and options exist on Amazon (and other sites) here are a few: https://www.amazon.com/Charger-5-PACK-Lightning-Braided-Compatible/dp/B07H9HY161/ref=sr_1_8_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1545227482&sr=8-8&keywords=iphone+cable+5+pack+8+inch https://www.amazon.com/Short-iPhone-Spater-8-Inch-Charging/dp/B078R5HXHC/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1545227482&sr=8-7&keywords=iphone+cable+5+pack+8+inch https://www.amazon.com/Lightning-COCOFU-Braided-Charging-iPhone7/dp/B0748CBRKW/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1545227482&sr=8-5&keywords=iphone+cable+5+pack+8+inch