Makerbot Mini Large Spool Holder

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This is a spool holder that mounts to the back metal plate of a Makerbot Mini, to hold much larger spools. Only three parts are needed, and they can all be printed on a Mini, and snap together for a clean look. There were other great designs, but with too many parts, and I wanted everything to snap in place. Files and details are on GitHub:https://github.com/thrasher/makerbot_mini_large_spool_holder Print Settings Printer Brand: MakerBot Printer: MakerBot Replicator Mini Rafts: Yes Supports: No Resolution: 0.2mm Infill: 20% Notes: Probably could have avoided a raft. Post-Printing Even though the arm and hook should fit tightly together, they require glue. If they are snug, you can use CA (super glue). If they aren't, you should use 5-min epoxy so the gaps are filled. The arm should be strong enough that it doesn't break with moderate force (e.g. weight of a spool). Arm assembly, epoxied together, ready for installation. Arm assembly and filament plug snapped onto the back of a Makerbot Mini Large spool, ready to print. How I Designed This Designed in OpenSCAD. You can change the parameters in the OpenSCAD file to size for smaller/larger spools of material. Original files found here: https://github.com/thrasher/makerbot_mini_large_spool_holder