No Hardware, Dual Color, Single plate by object | 0.12mm layer, 3 walls, 100% infill
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1 plate
3.5(2)
0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
1.3 h
1 plate
4.0(1)
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Description
This is a revised version of my first balisong design. This new design is balanced better for flipping, very durable, and easier to print. There are also many options for customization.
There are a variety of blade designs to choose from.
It can be fully printed or made with M3 screws, specs linked here.
There is a choice between handles that flair out or close completely. (The balisongs in the thumbnail have flared handles)
I have included a step file of a blank blade so its easier for others to make their own blade designs. If you create your own blade design please post a remix. I would love to see what you make! If you enjoy the design a like or make would be appreciated.
You can obtain a commercial license to sell prints of this here.
Print Settings
Resolution:
0.12
Infill:
100%
Notes:
If the threading on the pins is too tight try scaling them down a little in the x and y direction.
Printing using filament with enhanced mechanical properties such as a PLA Pro or PLA tough variant significantly increase durability.
Using a generic plastic lubricant on the pin and handle contact points provides much smoother flipping.
Printing the handle vertically provides the best surface finish. This can be difficult for low end printers so the design has also been optimized for printing horizontally.
Tightening the screws too much will stop it from flipping and tightening too little can make it rattle a lot. Try to find the sweet spot between the two.
fun toy and after a short break in period it flips with no effort.
printed with three-color filament and forgot to align/flip one handle so the colours align afterwards. So now each side of the balisong is dual-color on the handle 🤦🏼
What a great model, came out perfect on my P1S. really fun fidget toy, the only issue is it could use a little more weight, but that’s a plastic knife problem not a design issue haha. might try to find a way to add some weight to the blade.