SNAKEZ

myminifactory

Snakez are a super bendy, flexible fun print-in-place design. They should be ready to wriggle straight off the build plate as soon as the raft is removed, with no support required and minimal filament usage. People can't believe the range of movement in these prints, which can be twisted and turned in all directions - even curled up in the palm of your hand. This one-piece print will amaze people at what you can do with a 3D printer and clever design. In addition to being super bendy and flexible, Snakez also feature retracting fangs that move back and forth in a channel but won't fall out. But most of all, Snakez are fun! Five STL files have been provided, including one straight print (approximately 177mm long), another with each section curved for smaller build plates (134mm long), a Key Fob version shortened by five links (118mm long) for practicality and usability, the "Long Snakez" file which is approximately double the standard length so a "long 350mm", and the "Circle Tight" version made to print on very small build plates with clearances slightly reduced. Print lots of Snakez in your favorite colors, as they make great little gifts or fun decorations for around the house, office, workshop, or even in your car. They don't use much filament but take longer to print due to the detail in the linkages and other parts. To ensure strong fine linkages that will withstand a life of being wriggled, it's recommended to use 3 shells and 50% infill when printing. Print lots, have fun with your Snakez, and post images! Please refer to the instructions and images for additional information. If you like this design, check out my other fun and practical designs at the links below: 'Z-REX', 'Snails', 'Fish Fossilz', 'Bugz', 'Sharkz', 'Ratz', 'Crocz', 'Woodpeckerz', 'Eaglez', 'Catz', 'Scorpionz', 'Piranhaz'.