quick Paracord rope clamp 2mm

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<h4>Changelog</h4><figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th colspan="3">Paracordlock&nbsp;</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>2022-07-03</td><td>v2.1</td><td>increased holding force for cords with smooth surface</td></tr><tr><td style="width:110px;">2022-07-02</td><td style="width:50px;">v2.0</td><td>initial public release</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th colspan="3">Tool</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td style="width:110px;">2022-07-02</td><td style="width:50px;">v0.5</td><td>initial public release</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><h3>Paracordlock</h3><p>Will fit ø2mm/1.9mm diameter paracords.<br>Obviously not suitable for safety relevant applications.<br>Assembly tested with PETG and 0.25mm nozzle; does not require support geometry.</p><h4>Clip type&nbsp;</h4><ul><li>does not require screws or additional parts</li><li>consists of three printed parts, plus one accessory assembly tool</li><li>tool only needs to be printed once, and can be reused</li><li>smaller dimensions</li><li>lighter duty</li><li>if dismantling is required, cut open the sleeve or press on the short sides with pliers</li></ul><h5>BOM Paracordlock</h5><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147380/rich_content/db45f1df-1e85-4f8d-83d0-868e52a7f3cc/explo.png#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%22241c42b5-d2a5-4b35-ae9c-c5386e0d0c98%22%2C%22w%22%3A973%2C%22h%22%3A776%7D"></figure><ol><li>bottom half</li><li>top half</li><li>sleeve</li></ol><h5>Assembly</h5><p>There's a detailed manual with the <a href="https://www.printables.com/model/147380-quick-paracord-rope-clamp-4mm-thimble">ø4mm version</a>.</p><h5>Accessory Tool</h5><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147380/rich_content/12c5556a-2b57-4395-bea5-902555fc7059/tool_function.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%221d09d98d-7cfc-47ff-b592-875f73148579%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A485%7D"></figure><p><i>Illustration shows functional surfaces highlighted in orange</i></p><p>The tool is used to center the assembly force to the sleeve. It features a slot, so it can be removed from closed loops when -for example- thimbles have been installed.</p><p>The tool is specific to this size of Paracordlock; only needs to be printed once and is reusable.</p><h4>Development</h4><p>Please comment if something can be improved, or if it works for you. Also don't forget to share makes and application examples!</p><h4>Alternatives</h4><figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image image-style-align-right image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://media.printables.com/media/prints/147380/rich_content/8d443576-a225-4d25-8ff2-0c1284b91cdf/selection1024.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%22841dd897-2904-4bd7-94fe-ce75a1a06ca4%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A882%7D"></figure></td><td style="width:300px;"><h3>ø2mm &amp; ø4mm</h3><p><a href="https://www.printables.com/model/151513-paracord-endcap-for-zippers-and-other-uses-2x-o2mm">A paracord end cap for one ø4mm or two ø2mm ends.</a></p></td></tr><tr><td><figure class="image image-style-align-right image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://media.printables.com/media/prints/147380/images/1421940_0bdd8960-8106-4e8c-a856-8ce52a4d66a3/thumbs/cover/1280x960/jpg/2xdiag_parts.webp"></figure></td><td><h3>ø4mm</h3><p><a href="https://www.printables.com/model/147380-quick-paracord-rope-clamp-4mm-thimble">quick Paracord rope clamp &amp; thimble</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p></td></tr><tr><td><figure class="image image-style-align-right image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147380/rich_content/9d0223a1-97ea-48c1-83eb-d77b6f3111fb/3horiz.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%22f1c73934-8d11-425f-a719-8fe494e59879%22%2C%22w%22%3A2727%2C%22h%22%3A2568%7D"></figure></td><td><h3>ø4mm</h3><p><a href="https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/147775-paracord-thimble-and-rope-clamp">Paracord thimbles locked with a screw&nbsp;</a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>