Expo Marker Holder - Quick Draw Cap

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Update (10/14/2021): Added a second version with a slightly thicker bottom. This prevents the caps from extending farther than the base so that the marker holder can sit flatter when loaded with markers. Designed this expo marker holder based off a design from danfruzzetti. I made some major edits to increase the usability and structural integrity. The marker caps are held in place, so you just remove the marker when you want to use one. The original design had the marker holder printing wide open and flat on the bed. This design did not fit on my print bed. It also had a live hinge and held six markers. I wanted something a little more condensed. A list of changes I made - Cut the design down to hold 4 markers - flipped the design on the side and only slightly open so that it can fit on smaller print beds - Moved the markers cutouts a little closer together - Changed the hinge from a live hinge to a print-in-place hinge ( the live hinge kept breaking) - Added side walls to the model to provide something to hold on to while removing markers for use. NOTE: With the design printing on it's side and the inclusion of the side walls, you have to be careful what kind of supports you use because they can be a pain to remove from the inner cavity.