M10 Hex Nut - 1.5 Pitch - 10mm height - 15 flat to flat diameter

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M5 Hex Nut - 1 Pitch - 6mm height - 10 flat to flat diameter I am building a spool holder using leftover M5 threaded rod, but I have M5 hex nuts on hand. The design was inspired by the fact that most M5 nuts have a 1.5mm pitch when it's clear they should have a 1-pitch thread. This model fits perfectly in its wells and doesn't stick or jam when screwed into place. You can experiment with printing at slightly different levels of expansion to see how it affects fitment. You'll need an FFF printer running Repetier v0.90b2 (or similar firmware) to print this nut holder. Try 50% density and a rectilinear solid infill pattern to test the strength of this design. If you find issues, don't hesitate to comment below or contact me for assistance. Some people have reported having trouble printing objects with diameters over 10mm at a 0.4 nozzle setting without layer shifting. So, try switching to a 0.3mm nozzle for optimal results. For better strength, I suggest experimenting with line infill rather than grid-based infills. Keep in mind that these models might be more suitable for a homebuilt machine than an actual i3 due to variations in extruder setup and tolerances. Instructions are below. M5 Hex Nut - 1 Pitch - 6mm height - 10 flat to flat diameter Using the following options: nut_thread_step = 1.0, nut_diameter = 10, nut_height = 6 This project requires Repetier v0.90b2 (or a compatible firmware) for optimal performance. Key Parameters: Nut Type: M5 hex nut. Material used: Plastic. To use the design: 1. Download and import it into your slicing software. 2. Select 50% infill density, line-based pattern, 40mm^3 build volume to see maximum efficiency and best fit results. 3. Change layer thickness if needed - 0.3-0.5mm usually works great for most users. 4. Load the spool on a well-ventilated area, ensure it fits comfortably before starting print.