Custom Cabochon Template and Dop Stick

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This is intended to be a cabochon cutting template that either replaces the dop stick or mates with it. Features Dimensions can be customized to create any sufficiently large round or oval cabochon shape. The length and diameter of the dop stick (or socket) can be adjusted. Texture can be enabled on the surface of the template to provide better adhesion from glue or wax. A socket (hole) to receive a dowel will be generated if the dop stick is disabled - unless the size of this hole is well tuned you will probably need glue or wax to hold it onto your dowel. A notch on the end of the dop stick can be enabled or disabled to allow it to be indexed in the dop stick holder. Please use customizer or download and edit the .scad file to adjust it to your needs. The pictured print was done in ProtoParadigm Dark Stone Gray ProSpec PLA. This was made as part of a series featured here: http://www.protoparadigm.com/news-updates/what-to-do-with-a-3d-printer-make-lapidary-tools-and-accessories/ Print Settings Rafts: No Supports: No Notes: If printing with the dop stick, make sure to print with relatively high infill: 30% - 60% and at least two (preferably three or four) perimeters to make sure the stick will be strong enough. The very bottom of the template is recessed very slightly so as to maintain shape even if the bottom layer is mooshed a bit, but it can only compensate so much. For a proper outer edge and for the texture to come out right (if enabled) you will need a relatively precise z-home position (so your first layer height is accurate) and a decently level bed.