Tentacles Cooler for MK8 extruder :)

thingiverse

This is my new compact high-flow cooler design for the MK8 extruder.\nAfter trying out several different designs, I settled on the Cobra cooler (http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1090433) which provided superior airflow but never fit my printer, so it was held in place by a 1mm aluminium wire harness... I used it for several months, but it was time to design my own that actually fits and doesn't obstruct the view.\nI utilized physical simulation to create the smooth flowing shape of the "tentacles"; based on initial tests, it provides excellent cooling results.\nThe two C-shaped clips snap securely onto the extruder motor, and the centrifugal fan screws directly onto them using two standard 3mm screws. The actual cooler nozzle snaps onto the fan without needing any additional components (a modified version of the Spriya cooler's head http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2133328).\nEnjoy!\nPost-Printing\nYou might encounter a few loose strands at the overhangs at the ends when printing; simply cut them off, as they are just visual imperfections that don't affect the flow.