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Description
This is the ultimate 3D model for a self-printed, professional surface pipe skimmer, developed for koi and garden ponds! Efficiently clean your water surface of leaves, pollen, and algae strands.
The skimmer is modular, easy to print, and offers automatic water level adjustment – ideal for ponds whose levels fluctuate.
✨ Key Features of the Model
- Automatic Water Level Adjustment: The floating hollow body unit glides on the fixed guide pipe, ensuring constant, optimal suction.
- Modular Connections: The lower connection piece is designed for the standard pipe system DN110 (KG/HT), and the diameter can be individually adjusted to your own requirements.
- Removable Coarse Debris Basket: A slightly conical basket with a grid structure protects your pump and filter system and can be easily removed for quick maintenance.
- High Efficiency: The funnel diameter creates a strong current for a clear surface.
⚙️ Technical Details & Print Instructions
| Specification | Value / Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Target Material | PETG (preferred, due to UV & water resistance), PLA is also printable. |
| Overall Connection | DN110 (Suitable for standard KG/HT pipes) |
| Watertightness | For water-bearing parts (floating body, substructure), at least 4-5 perimeter (outer walls) and moderate over-extrusion are recommended for maximum watertightness. |
🖨️ Assembly & Printing Tips
- Print the coarse debris basket with increased strength (e.g., 20% infill) and the rest with a focus on watertightness.
- The floating hollow body unit must be printed airtight to ensure maximum buoyancy. Check your slicer settings!
- The parts are simply plugged together.
License
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