Replacement Universal Joint for Libman Freedom Spray Mop

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I like to hang my mop in the coat closet to keep it hidden away -- but it also falls from where I hang it frequently. It fell too many times and finally broke the universal joint that allows it to swivel and connects the mop head from the handle. I decided that in a 3D printing household, things don't break, they just need fixing and that the mop ought to stay functional. This part is designed as a copy of the original manufactured joint, although I'm sure someone could make a remix and beef up the weak points and make a version that will never break again. Designed using Inventor, file is attached for easy remixing. Print Settings Printer: Folger Tech Kossel 2020 Delta Rafts: No Supports: Yes Resolution: .2 (first layer .25) Infill: 25% Honeycomb Notes: Full supports needed: Contact Z Distance: .035 (detachable) Pattern: honeycomb Print PLA - 210 (first layer 215) Post-Printing Step 1 Remove supports Step 2 Fit to mop and handle Step 3 If printed part does not fit securely or needs to flex to fit onto mop, dip in very hot water for a few seconds and adjust part to make it fit perfectly. How I Designed This Autodesk Inventor