Parameterized Socket Rail

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I love these TEKTON socket organizers (the red one in the picture), but unfortunately they only come in two sizes: large and huge. So I made my own rails that work with their clips for some of my smaller socket sets, giving me more flexibility. The length is fully parameterized, so you can make one as long or as short as you like. You'll need the clips from a TEKTON rail because I haven't designed my own clips yet - they're a twist-lock design that works really well so far. I've printed this in both HIPs and PLA on a Lulzbot Mini. The fit is a bit tight, but it keeps the clips from sliding around since the teeth are too small to print for me (I should tweak those variables and re-upload...). The STL file is designed for a rail that's 164mm long in total (140mm of rail + 24mm hanger). Print Settings: Printer Brand: LulzBot Printer: Mini Rafts: No Supports: No Infill: 20% Notes: I modeled this as a solid so the infill pattern can perform the same function as the commercial design's criss-cross ribs for strength. Make sure you've got some infill, and maybe pick a pattern that adds rigidity.