Rod Damper Clips

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Clips for securing metal springs between 6mm rods aim to eliminate vibrations and maximize precision in delta printers by keeping joints tightly locked. Vibrations and reduced precision stem from play in ball joints. If you notice a noise that's muffled when you press slightly on two rods of your delta printer, chances are you're dealing with this issue. Listen attentively to the video multiple times to feel the difference. This solution draws inspiration from [these clips](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2764301) and addresses a problem that I encountered with them: these clips can inadvertently unclip from rods because the opening is opposite the tension exerted by the springs. I've made my OpenSCAD file available for you to customize any parameter as needed. There are two versions: an open loop and a closed loop for spring attachment.