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Flashforge Finder Spool Holder
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Flashforge Finder 3D Printer Spool Holder
The Finder is an affordable 3D printer for K-12 classrooms. However, it does not allow easy mounting of common spools. In designing this holder, I tried an existing one on Thingiverse (thing:1763329), which works but does not quite meet my expectations. Thus, I started a new design. I followed roughly the basic shape, extended the end stopper and added a connector that accommodates the 6-mm filament guide. A few other tweaks are used to save filament and strengthen the holder. The smallest spool inner diameter that can fit is 45 mm.
To Print
PLA filament works. PETG or ABS is preferred for strength and flexibility. A 20% infill rate is fine. The resolution does not really matter; 0.2mm should be fine.
Disclaimer
The designer is not in any way affiliated with Flashforge and the design is not approved and/or supported by Flashforge. It is released for the sole purpose of educational user support.
Reference
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1763329
The Finder is an affordable 3D printer for K-12 classrooms. However, it does not allow easy mounting of common spools. In designing this holder, I tried an existing one on Thingiverse (thing:1763329), which works but does not quite meet my expectations. Thus, I started a new design. I followed roughly the basic shape, extended the end stopper and added a connector that accommodates the 6-mm filament guide. A few other tweaks are used to save filament and strengthen the holder. The smallest spool inner diameter that can fit is 45 mm.
To Print
PLA filament works. PETG or ABS is preferred for strength and flexibility. A 20% infill rate is fine. The resolution does not really matter; 0.2mm should be fine.
Disclaimer
The designer is not in any way affiliated with Flashforge and the design is not approved and/or supported by Flashforge. It is released for the sole purpose of educational user support.
Reference
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1763329