True - Wire Bender for making Shallow Screws

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<p>For all makers out there making soft bates!<br>Shallow screws are expensive and now with this tool you can make them yourself.</p><h3>Print instructions</h3><p>Video for how it works: <a href="https://youtu.be/zpEGzjKB8no">https://youtu.be/zpEGzjKB8no</a></p><p>Other needed components:<br>Screw holder is an Aluminium rod with dimensions:<br>(stainless steel would be more durable if you can find it)<br>-Outer diameter 5 or 6 mm (depending on using 5 or 6mm insert)<br>-Length approx 68mm<br>-Inner diameter does not matter as long it is bigger than the wire dimension.<br>-A slot for holding the wire in place (width 1mm for 0,9mm wire and depth 4-5mm)</p><p>M5 Screw for fastening the Knob (length 20-30mm) with washer (outer diameter smaller than 19mm)</p><p>M3 Screw (length 8mm) for locking the "Screw Holder" from rotation.</p><p>Double sided adhesive for fastening the "Base" towards the work bench or 5mm screws.</p><p>Stainless steel wire for making the shallow screws ( I used 0,9mm wire but it works with similar dimensions)<br><br><strong>Update 20210721:</strong><br>Added Bender &amp; Straightener<br>Check the STEP file for needed steel pins (Bender)<br>Same logo and knob as before</p><p>Good luck!</p>