Print-in-Place Bag Clip 2 (Parametric)

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What's newRedesigned hinges that feel solid and last a lot longerReduced gap between the arms when closedAn easy to edit source file for all your customization needsThe clicky latch is now standardHow to printI recommend you use PETG for its great bed adhesion and mechanical resilience. You could use PLA too, but beware that it will deform over time due to the pressure of whatever you're clamping constantly pushing the arms apart and eventually bending them slightly. If you do choose PLA, you can restore the clip to its original shape by compressing it with some kind of clamp and putting it in warm water for 10 minutes.Common issuesThe latch is too tightTry decreacing the extrusion multiplier in the slicer by 2–5% and printing again.The latch is too looseTry increasing the extrusion multiplier in the slicer by 2–5% and printing again.One or both hinges are fused at the bottomTry moving them carefully until they break free. The clip might still be savable.Make sure you bed is clean and parts of the hinge don't come off during printing.Make sure you are not printing to close to the bedOne or both hinges are fused all the way throughMake sure you bed is clean and parts of the hinge don't come off during printing.Try decreacing the extrusion multiplier in the slicer by 2–5% and printing again.Try lowering the temperature by 5°C and printing againTry increasing the coolingThe gap between the arms is too widePut the clip in hot water for 5 minutes (60-80 degrees depending on material). You can also use the heated bed for this step.Bend the arm that doesn't have the latch outwards a bit.After it cools off you'll get much better clamping forcesHow to editIf you want to make a custom-legth clip, add imbedded magnets, or change the design enitrely—download the .f3d file.Changing the length:Find the Change Parameters option in the Solid tab (it might be in the dropdown menu titled Modify). Find the cliplength parameterEnter the desired value in mm and press enterEnabling/disabling arm reinforcmentsFind the Reinforcement group in the timelineRight click and sellect Suppress/Unsuppress Features