3d printed ergonomic sandal

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3d printed ergonomic sandal

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generic TPU, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 11% infill
generic TPU, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 11% infill
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HS TPU 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 11% infill
HS TPU 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 11% infill
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My first self-made sandal. Printed in Men's size 43 for use with any standard footbed. (But it also works without if necessary.) 

The pair of sandals costs less than €7.50 (plus electricity) at a TPU price of €25/kg. 

The filament I use is standard TPU 95A or high speed TPU

 

I have added a conversion table as a picture.

If you are unsure about the size, print a version in cheap PLA first and test whether the size fits.  That's what I did.

The straps can be adapted to your own Foot height and glued on accordingly.

I use cyanoacrylate superglue that is waterproof and achieves excellent results. 
(Cyanoacrylate adhesive is the best for bonding TPU)

 

Here are a few tips:

  • Don't fasten the straps too tightly. Then they can become uncomfortable. It is best to wear thick socks when attaching them. 
  • The high speed filament feels harder than the standard TPU. This makes the sandals slippery at first on smooth ground. I took them for a walk outside and afterwards the grip was normal again.
  • The Tynmorry Standart TPU feels more comfortable than the Overture HS TPU
  • Alternatively, you can use PU artificial leather for the straps. This is softer, but will stretch a little over time.
  • The sandals are designed for over 100 kg.  For lighter people, I recommend reducing the infill and lowering the number of upper layers. Perhaps first make a 1 cm thick test print with the selected filament.
  • I recommend gluing the strips to the outside first and then attaching them to the inside. Any excess can easily be cut off afterwards.

The sandal is still under development. I want to continue to improve the comfort and convenience and ultimately release a good, wearable and affordable shoe.

I hope you have fun with the slippers, please write me your experiences and suggestions for improvement.

 

- In the current version, I have reduced the infill to 11% and rounded off the edges of the belts.

 

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generic TPU, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 11% infill
was fun to print thanks fir design
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Many thanks, have fun with it :-)
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Is there any way to create a molded inner sole (like the Homeyped sandals)? Great idea, and thanks.
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I scanned an orthopaedic insole for myself and printed it out. that worked very well for me. However, you should then print with a softer TPU. Unfortunately, TPU does not provide a smooth, curved surface, which is not everyone's cup of tea. My brother likes his purchased insoles much better. My son doesn't want any insoles at all. I only want to publish generally usable, easy-to-print items here and I think a self-chosen insert usually offers the best comfort.
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Its my size at 100%. Don't know when else I'd try a printed shoe if not this! Gotta download!
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thank you
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This has the potential to win the SCAD challenge, if you can make it parametric
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I have not yet worked with SCAD. But it's interesting. Maybe in the future.
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default size is 1000% not 100
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Oh yes, unfortunately I haven't adjusted the scale of the Blender file yet. Sorry. I've corrected it.
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