Push and Plug fastening

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You push and insert these two components, and they're locked on all three axes. That's the concept behind it. It requires perfecting to achieve maximum results. The design is particularly resistant to being pulled straight out. I'm confident you could attach 20kg or 30kg easily. It works best with 20mm for each component, or a total of 4cm. When plugged in, they measure around 2.2cm. The utility of this design lies in its ability to be added to 3D models and then easily connected to another part. It functions reasonably well at 10mm, but it's somewhat flimsy. As a beginner modeler, I've found that in smaller sizes, it prints best when they're placed horizontally on the surface, as shown in the file. This constraint limits how you can place it on the model unless you glue it afterward. To unplug, simply remove one arm and twist the head outwards. It's slightly annoying to disconnect them, but I haven't given much thought to it yet. I think this is an interesting mechanism that could be explored further. I'm eager to see more designs like this, which take advantage of PLA's light flexibility. However, this design likely won't work with ABS filament or similar materials; it would need adjustments to function properly. I created it specifically for standard PLA. Printer Brand: RepRap Printer: Dagoma Discovery200 Rafts: Doesn't Matter Supports: Doesn't Matter Notes: Load the file, set Size X to 40mm (for double 20mm), then split them into two separate objects. It should work smoothly from there. When plugging in, be cautious not to touch your fingers. I was inspired by Pataky3D's Cable Holder design when creating this.