Lego Tape, A Flexible Not-LEGO-Compatible Parametric Model

cults3d

LEGO is a trademark owned by the LEGO company and has nothing to do with me or these files. I make this note now because they are taking down my files in a weak attempt to protect their fading legacy. Listen to me Lego, you can s*ck my F*cking Di*K! Inspired by Nimuno Loops successful crowdfunding campaign https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/nimuno-loops-the-toy-block-tape I was curious how well flexible Lego's could be made at home. To my surprise it worked very well! . This design is parametric, click 'open in customizer' to make your own sizes. . The model allows you to make 'brick tape' which has the top side of LEGO studs, OR 'tile tape' which is the underside of LEGOs. . Filament Used: http://amzn.to/2np143M I used a filament that is on the harder side of the flexible spectrum, TPU Shore 95A. Removable Adhesive Tape Options: Re-stickable Tabs: http://amzn.to/2nEWjU8 Foam tape for rough surfaces: http://amzn.to/2nps7vM Permanent Adhesive Tape Options: Thin and clean tape: http://amzn.to/2mSJ91o (used in the video) Foam tape for rough surfaces: http://amzn.to/2mWN3Ht Alternate thin tape choice: http://amzn.to/2mWIHA4 *LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO® Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this work. https://youtu.be/3-W8SZg4Uhw **UPDATED 7-2-17. Come to find out my printer wasn't properly calibrated when I created the original file, I've since changed it to reflect the newly recommended default settings. The model currently reflects exact dimensions of real Legos and I do not recommend scaling it. If your printer makes the studs too small/large then try: * Changing your extrusion multiplier * Printing 'external perimeters first' to ensure that path overlap doesnt cause your critical surfaces to shift. *Printing with nozzle diameter .4mm or less. Layer height .2mm or less. *If all else fails and you want to rescue an imperfect brick, blast it with a heatgun for a few sec then press it onto a real Lego and let cool. Careful, this can easily ruin bricks too.