M3D Mounted Spool Holder - Modified

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This design is based on the http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:705345 model which I have adapted to suit the needs of an M3D printer. The left and right arm designs in this set differ significantly from their counterpart in 705345, with modifications that should address common issues. After experiencing problems during each print with filament reels riding up against the flat section of the left foot and causing mechanical stress, I made these adjustments to mitigate potential damage. In my previous attempts with design 705345, the reels kept rubbing against the foot and would occasionally make contact with the print head. This caused the print head to Click under stress, likely due to increased friction. To rectify this problem without requiring major redesigns or complicated mechanical fixes, I decided to offer only the arm parts, leaving users free to integrate their chosen spindle according to a pre-existing design layout that they would need to obtain from a different page.