ButterLock Thangs

ButterLock

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Thangs ralusek Free 3D Printable Thangs Standard License
STEP STL

**Description**

Locking mechanism in its isolated form; it's meant to be integrated into other projects. The Positive and Negative both included. The lock is a simple mechanism that has the male part move through a hole, and then make a 90 degree turn to snap locked. Has a barrier element preventing over-turning.

**Instructions/How-to**

Attach the ButterLock Key model to the part you'd like to carry the male side of the lock, and the ButterLock Negative to the side you'd like to act as the female. The Negative has already been offset from the key by 1mm, and can therefore just be used directly as a boolean without any further offset.

ButterLock Key is best printed lying flat on its side, as it gives the strongest print. Both can be printed without supports so long as the surrounding model allows for it.

**Dimensions**

As is, the entire mechanism has a height of 3.5mm and a width of 15mm. It can obviously be scaled, but its mechanism can also easily be edited via included .step files. I'd also be happy to help making any needed adjustments.

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Platform Thangs
Creator ralusek
Price Free
Formats STEP, STL
License Thangs Standard License
3D Printable Yes
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Where is ButterLock published?

This model is published by its creator on Thangs. STLFinder only indexes it: the "View on Thangs" button above opens the original page, where the creator shares the STEP, STL files under their own license.

What 3D printer can I use for this model?

This model is compatible with most FDM 3D printers (Creality Ender 3, Prusa MK3S+, Bambu Lab, etc.) and resin printers (Elegoo, Anycubic). Check the original page for recommended print settings and materials.

Is this 3D model free?

Yes, the creator shares it at no cost on Thangs. Some creators accept tips or donations.

Can I modify this file?

Check the license (Thangs Standard License) on the original Thangs page. Most STL files can be modified using free software like Blender, TinkerCAD, or Meshmixer.