Introducing the hardest working 3-layer multi-color print on MakerWorld – the Hexahexaflexagon! This fascinating flexagon is an intricately folded hexagonal model that packs a lot into just half a millimeter of plastic, offering a unique and engaging fidget toy experience. There are six hidden symbols to discover, adding an extra layer of intrigue to your exploration.
A hexahexaflexagon is a type of flexagon, a flat model that reveals hidden faces when flexed. By folding a strip of plastic in a specific way, this hexagonal shape can be flexed to display faces that were previously hidden. It’s a mesmerizing piece of engineering that’s sure to intrigue and delight.
One of the best features of this model is its customizability. You can choose any three colors for your flexagon, making it a personalized and vibrant addition to your 3D printed collection.
The filament you select for the part that folds (shown in gray in the print profile) is crucial. Choose a flexible PLA filament. Avoid using filaments with carbon fiber or Silk filament as they tend to be brittle.
Printing
I recommend using the included print profile, but if you choose not to use it, this model requires:
Folding and Assembling Your Flexagon
Before folding the flexagon, gently fold, back-and-forth each hinge about 8 times to loosen them up and stretch them out before folding them all the way in one direction.
When you first get your flexagon, go slowly until it’s broken in. If it feels too tight and resists folding in a particular direction, don’t force it! Forcing can tear the folding seams. Here are the two moves to master:
The joy of the flexagon is in the exploration. Continue to flex and unfold it to reveal various faces and configurations. Each flex unveils a new side, providing endless fascination.
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