This is my take on the idea of a bag clip with a screw lid. The main benefit is that you don't need to take it off to get something out of the bag.
Why do you want my version?
- You don't need a third hand to put this on since the middle part is attached to the main hinge.
- The cap takes only 1/5 of a turn to screw/unscrew, and you can do it with one hand.
- The hinges are shared with my new Print-in-Place Bag Clip 2, which is even more robust than the first one.
- No support, no post processing, no assembly. Just put it on a bag and screw the lid on.
- It prints in about 2 hours depending on the size.
- There are multiple sizes and a source file if you want to make your own.
How to print?
- As with all bag clips, you can use PLA, but PETG will last longer.
- Make sure you have a clean and level bed
- Setting are included in the 3mf file (all standard, no support or brim needed)
How to use?
- Let it cool after printing
- The hinges will be a bit stuck, this is normal. Trying to close the clip will free them.
- Open the arms all the way
- Insert the bag between the hinge and the middle part
- Put the bag around the middle and close the arms
- Close the latch
- Put on the lid
Need help?
I've made a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for all my bag clips. You can find it in the description of my Print-in-Place Bag Clip 2.
See it in action (7:50–9:10)