Paracord thimble and rope clamp

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<p>Will fit 4mm (~1/8") diameter paracords. Eyelet diameter is 7mm (little over ¼").<br>Obviously not suitable for safety relevant applications.</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147775/rich_content/f8a0d4e7-5c9e-4b9f-aaa2-9469c9dd698d/thim_dims.png#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%2277ec751e-3a3d-4489-ac80-b924418481bd%22%2C%22w%22%3A893%2C%22h%22%3A902%7D"></figure><h4>Changelog</h4><figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>2022-03-15</td><td>v3</td><td>complete redesign with smaller dimensions, shorter screw (M3x8mm) and additional clamp only variant</td></tr><tr><td>2022-03-10</td><td style="text-align:center;width:35px;">v2</td><td>easier assembly and better eyelet stability through parallel guide; variable layer height</td></tr><tr><td style="width:110px;">2022-03-09</td><td style="text-align:center;width:35px;">v1</td><td>initial public release</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><h4>Four variants available</h4><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147775/rich_content/f085aa3d-ae16-435c-ae57-867321ac73ab/thim-matrix.png#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%227fa08c78-d0ea-443e-88d7-85240432e033%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A723%7D"></figure><h5>BOM &amp; additional parts required</h5><ul><li>eyelet - 3d print</li><li>clamp plate - 3d print</li><li>screw M3 x 8 mm according to the variant printed</li><li>nut M3</li><li>nyloc nuts possible, but needs longer screw, and no flush fit</li></ul><h4>Production</h4><p>The 3mf file includes all basic settings, and works as tested on my Mk3s with standard PETG and 0.25mm nozzle.</p><p>Some adjustments may be needed for individual cases:</p><ul><li>infill is preset to 20% - you may want to change that to your needs</li><li>add supports everywhere, when the screw hole or eyelet don't build up well</li><li>add a brim when the filament won't stick well to the bed</li><li>add variable layer height 0.05mm on bottom and top of the eyelet, for smoother surface</li><li>when using ASA, ABS or TPU, scale the model to correct shrinking compensation</li></ul><h4>Assembly</h4><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147775/rich_content/b096b96b-4dcd-429c-9757-6444565a0613/00.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%22c94c666e-f8cf-4901-8065-cfa774a53c7c%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A663%7D"></figure><p><strong>0.) </strong>Use a tool that suits your chosen screw head. Screw is M3 x 8mm, nut is M3.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147775/rich_content/752c7a8c-04ea-4251-b5ad-1483db903b60/01.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%22666a131e-4227-43ed-a934-6ea930f6d051%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A668%7D"></figure><p><strong>&nbsp;1.)</strong> Place the nut inside the cavity.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147775/rich_content/fbbf7a05-6385-44b6-ba27-8fbec1ad5d0e/02.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%226ac2f589-4ff0-4d4b-8141-fd38169b4573%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A605%7D"></figure><p><strong>2.)</strong> Place the paracord into the thimble, place the screw in the clamp plate, and place the latter above the cord, tighten the screw for 1-2 turns, adjust the cord to your needs.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147775/rich_content/46241dff-812a-48a3-9f6a-e213ceb19542/03.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%229ce453b9-da10-4ce8-8b48-028632e7c702%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A325%7D"></figure><p><strong>3.) </strong>Take care not to squash the outer wrap of the cord between the closing edges.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147775/rich_content/9fec7a1e-7f0c-4248-aba2-376a7a525e1a/04.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%22c8766c48-f52d-4a83-b15e-d762a8977eec%22%2C%22w%22%3A1024%2C%22h%22%3A422%7D"></figure><p><strong>4.)</strong> Tighten the screw entirely, so the gap between eyelet body and clamp plate closes.</p><h4>Development</h4><p>Please comment if something can be improved, or if it works for you. Also, don't forget to share makes and application examples!</p><h4>Accessories</h4><p>Thimbles shown in the pictures are available to download with the Paracorldlock screwless clamp&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://media.prusaprinters.org/media/prints/147775/rich_content/1a906f09-b835-48ac-99cc-32e92a6d8b4c/2x_thimbles.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%2218c4a36d-2938-4972-bf75-152c649f56e9%22%2C%22w%22%3A1745%2C%22h%22%3A1600%7D"></figure><p><a href="https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/147380-quick-paracord-rope-clamp-4mm">https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/147380-quick-paracord-rope-clamp-4mm</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>