Compact Framelock Folding Utility Knife -Magnetic
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Description
This is a small, simple-structure folding utility knife designed for quick, support-free printing. It uses a framelock mechanism and requires only 4 parts for assembly
It supports optional magnet installation for attaching to metal surfaces. Compatible with up to two 12mm-diameter × 3mm-thick magnets (smaller magnets also work). Magnets must be glued into the reserved slots.
- •Strong: When using two 12mm×3mm magnets.
- •Weak: smaller magnets (e.g., 6mm diameter).
Blade Compatibility:
- •Optimized for Stanley-style blades.
- •Slightly smaller blades may cause wiggle; larger blades may not fit.
Downloadable Configurations:
- 1.Minimalist Utility Version
- 2.Flipper Tab Version ( for one-handed opening)
- 3.Blunt Trainer (Minimalist) → For stress relief/toys
- 4.Blunt Trainer with Flipper Tab
Assembly Guide:
Install Magnets (if used) with glue into slots.
Close Handles: First snap the rear clasp, then align and insert the pivot shaft.
Secure Pivot: Use a circlip to fix the pivot shaft
Done
The strength of 3D-printed knives cannot be guaranteed and they are suitable only for light-duty tasks, such as cutting paper or opening Amazon packages. Unless otherwise specified, all of my knife designs are intended for light-duty use only.
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