Printer Tolerance Test

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6/10/19 Update: I went to print a test for my new printer and was surprised by how much filament it used. The new model, "Small Test.stl", uses less filament and prints faster. I got rid of the various chamfers and raised the text so it's possible to print the text in a different color. Smaller versions of the pegs were also designed. I needed a way to know how various parts that I designed would fit together without trial and error and wasted filament, so I designed this test. The markings on the test show the clearance in millimeters for each set of holes. Simply push the pegs in to get an idea of what the fit is like. If the fit is too tight, just print some more pegs. When the pegs are printed vertically, the ridges from the layers create some friction. I recommend printing some pegs vertically and some horizontally so you can see how both orientations affect the fit. Around the sides of the test, 1, 2, 3, and 4mm chamfers were added that can be a handy reference when designing. A 1.5mm chamfer was not labeled on the bottom but is visible by inspection. Print Settings Printer Brand: Wanhao Printer: Wanhao Duplicator i3 V2 Rafts: No Supports: No Resolution: .2mm Infill: 15%