Trumpet Stand

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This is a sturdy trumpet stand for securely holding your instrument when not in use. It grips a trumpet firmly and can store inside the bell of the horn for transportation. Print Settings Printer Brand: SeeMeCNC Printer: Rostock MAX Rafts: No Supports: Yes Resolution: 0.2mm Infill: 25% Notes: You should use support material for all three parts. To print successfully, you'll need to print five legs, ideally on the flat side for maximum strength. The stand cone and screw should be printed upright. All three parts printed reliably with Inland PLA, but ABS could also be used. A word of caution: the screw piece will test your retraction settings significantly. Make sure they're well set before attempting to print it. Post-Printing 1. Remove supports Removing supports from the screw piece and stand cone can be quite challenging. I used a pair of forceps, angle-nosed pliers, and an exacto knife for cleanup. The hardest parts were the interior of the screw and support material beneath the hinge posts. Using a small-bladed screwdriver and a light hammer to tap the support material loose helped, followed by using the forceps to extract any remaining support material. 2. Snap the legs onto the screw Snap the hook part of each leg onto a hinge pin. Push on the bottom of the C-shaped hinge to make sure it's solidly seated, then rotate the leg downwards. If you encounter significant resistance, don't force it down - ensure the hinge is properly seated first, try snapping the hinge together more firmly, and check for any obstructions. 3. Protect the bell of your horn Put some adhesive-backed foam or rubber on the base of the cone to protect your bell from scratches. I recommend three large pieces arranged around the base. You should also put a band of electrical tape around the top of the cone to prevent the top from scratching the inside of your bell when placing the horn on or removing it, as well as when stored in the stand. One or two layers of electrical tape at the end of the cone should fit easily and will prevent any scrapes or scratches on the horn.