Metal Detector Assembly with 10"/5" Coaxial Coil

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This is a DIY Project for a Metal Detector. The diameter of the coils are 254mm (10") and 127mm (5"). When the coil is inserted you can use silicone to fix it and create protection against environmental effects (water,..). There is a hole for a coax connecting wire (i.e. RG58, RG59,..) on each coil gap. You will need to print the four parts of the coil (A to D) and four pieces of the swallowtail block. The coil parts will be connected with the swallowtails. The holes in the swallowtail are to apply silicone or glue for the final assembly. To connect a stick you have to print the CoilHolder and the AnkleJoint. You can design your own AnkleJoint if you use another type of stick. The AncleJoint is connected with a 40mm long M6 nylon screw. There are also parts for a quick release clamp. The stick is an electrical installation tube with an outer diameter of 25mm. To create a telescope there are two pieces (Endpiece and Slider) available. The larger tube is also an installation tube but with an outer diameter of 32mm. Further parts for the battery holder and handheld will follow when testing is completed. Update 20 Aug 2017: New Version of Coil_D Part with channel for bucking coil cables. Update 27 Aug 2017: Added more photos of the first design, Simple and Pro Handgrip. Update 11 Sep 2017: The parts for the battery pack can be found here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2529149 Update 26 Oct 2017: Added the clip which is needed to fix the telescoping part. Plus a photo of that specific detail.