Alligator Chip Clip

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<p>A revised version of my previous gator chip clip! Put the chip bag in the jaws and use the tail to cam-lock the clip closed. I wanted to improve the printability of the design and make it totally print-in-place.&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Changed the orientation of the .stl file so that it should appear in the proper orientation for printing in PrusaSlicer</li><li>Squared off the jaw to improve grip strength and make the gator easier to print without supports</li><li>Edited the eyes so that they have improved appearance when printed without supports</li><li>Rounded off the end of the tail so it isn’t so pointy and made the tail tuck under better when the clip is closed</li></ul><p>This is loosely based on the “over-engineered” cam lock chip clip mechanism by Adrei at prusaprinters.org. (Now with 70% MORE over-engineering!)&nbsp; Here is a link to the original files and a link to a YouTube video regarding its creation:<br><a href="https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/27216-bag-clip-print-in-place-cam">https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/27216-bag-clip-print-in-place-cam</a></p><h3>Print instructions</h3><p>Print the chip clip with the flat side of the tail lying flat on the print bed. Supports shouldn’t be necessary. &nbsp;After printing, gently move the tail to free-up the rotating joint and cam mechanism. This design will work in PLA, but may perform better when printed in PETG due to the spring design.</p><h3>Print Settings</h3><p><strong>Printer Brand:</strong> Prusa</p><p><strong>Printer:</strong> Mini</p><p><strong>Rafts:</strong> Doesn't Matter</p><p><strong>Supports:</strong> no</p><p><strong>Resolution:</strong> 0.20</p><p><strong>Infill:</strong> 70%</p><p><strong>Filament:</strong> Prusament<br><strong>Notes:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p>