quick Paracord rope clamp 4mm & thimble

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<h4>Changelog</h4><p>Complete redesign to allow for higher tolerances when combining different materials: assembly is now more precise, and doesn't need as much force. Added choice of two accessory thimbles.</p><figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th colspan="3">Paracordlock&nbsp;</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>2022-03-15</td><td>v1.0</td><td>new latch mechanism, smaller dimensions; not compatible with tools &lt;v0.5</td></tr><tr><td>2022-03-10</td><td>v0.6</td><td>more elastic latches for the top half, tolerance increased for sleeve</td></tr><tr><td>2022-03-09</td><td>v0.5</td><td>consistent file naming, minor improvements</td></tr><tr><td style="width:110px;">2022-03-08</td><td style="width:50px;">v0.4</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>2022-03-15</td><td>v0.5</td><td>adaption to v1.0 shape, larger press surface, slotted to allow both assembly directions</td></tr><tr><td>2022-03-10</td><td>v0.4</td><td>better fit to sleeve, less friction in centering geometry</td></tr><tr><td>2022-03-08</td><td>v0.3</td><td>centering feature added, geom. depth limit added, minor improvements</td></tr><tr><td style="width:110px;">2022-03-08</td><td style="width:50px;">v0.2</td><td>initial public release</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th colspan="3">Thimbles</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td style="width:110px;">2022-03-15</td><td style="width:50px;">v0.2</td><td>initial public release</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Paracordlock</h3><p>Will fit 4mm 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</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><h4>Assembly</h4><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147380/rich_content/5bdc9027-4756-44c3-849d-14e0ca4d07a9/000.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%222705e3d5-ad12-4dd8-af92-cc7b11608bab%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A861%7D"></figure><p><strong>0.)</strong> Everything you need plus optional thimble.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147380/rich_content/9b674322-51c2-4bab-b3b4-474e1eb5a5dc/001.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%2240e40ca1-7541-4cc6-92c8-1109524929e8%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A566%7D"></figure><p><strong>1.)</strong> Orient the wedge and paracord according to the assembly direction: the sleeve and tool will be applied from the thin side of the wedge. Place cord into the bottom half.</p><p><i>notes</i><br><i>don't forget to place the sleeve on the cord, if your loop will be closed. When creating a loop without thimble, you may also wedge from the opposite direction</i></p><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147380/rich_content/f03bae47-dc87-4c01-bb1b-92a2ba0db7b9/002.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%22066dff73-0334-4f1c-a499-086f8e5e4c41%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A421%7D"></figure><p><strong>2.)</strong> Assemble the top half, and press lightly, so that the assembly latch is pre-engaged. make sure that the outer wrap of the cord is not squashed between the closing edges.&nbsp;</p><p><i>notes</i><br><i>The cord can still be moved in the pre-engaged position.</i><br><i>When you placed a thimble, now is the time to tighten the cord, so it will be trapped.</i></p><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147380/rich_content/f557110e-0aac-4c16-96e1-d086902c05cb/003.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%227f0b1dcb-782b-451a-9159-3239c26f38a7%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A328%7D"></figure><p><strong>3.)</strong> Position the sleeve onto the wedge.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147380/rich_content/8595f678-b1b1-4f7f-a2b8-d695d1efc48d/004.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%22b4f4b1e4-4e1d-4060-ad69-f1eda6aad704%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A797%7D"></figure><p><strong>4.)</strong> Position the tool on the bottom of the sleeve, and use both hands to push the sleeve on the wedge until the latches are fully engaged.</p><p><i>notes</i><br><i>The final push needs a bit more force to engage the latches.&nbsp;</i><br><i>Don't worry to apply too much force: the tool concentrates it to where it is needed, and will also prevent overshooting.</i></p><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147380/rich_content/c9401739-83eb-4f06-9841-59d2b8ba960e/005.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%2238ae8ebb-1dcc-48a9-9897-59483d9d573a%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A357%7D"></figure><p><strong>5.)</strong> Visual check: the sleeve is placed right, when it is roughly centered on the wedge.</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><h5>Accessory Thimbles</h5><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147380/rich_content/a809cda6-43b4-468f-ae8f-fd214141e1bb/2x_thimbles.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%228c931dd4-f94b-462e-adb8-f57cbf458efc%22%2C%22w%22%3A1745%2C%22h%22%3A1600%7D"></figure><p>Choice of two types: round and drop-shaped; available in the Files section.</p><h5>Accessory Assortment Box</h5><figure class="image image-style-align-center image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://media.printables.com/media/prints/147380/rich_content/f6b95613-9739-46bb-b252-32531301318e/cover_parts_s.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%222f952414-1aa2-4791-9fa6-7afc213a388f%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A965%7D"></figure><p>available <a href="https://www.printables.com/model/221174-assortment-box-for-paracordlocks-tool">here</a></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.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 style="width:300px;"><h3>ø4mm</h3><p><a href="https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/147775-paracord-thimble-and-rope-clamp">A Paracord thimble locked with a screw&nbsp;</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/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><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/233595/images/2131341_934abc5e-540e-4667-9772-16ab8b88aa97/thumbs/cover/320x240/jpg/cover_8492.webp"></figure></td><td><h3>ø2mm</h3><p><a href="https://www.printables.com/model/233595-quick-paracord-rope-clamp-2mm">ø2mm variant Paracordlock</a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></figure><p>&nbsp;</p>