Heavy-Duty Hybrid Flexible Mini Tripod TPU+PETG
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Description
This is a high-performance, modular tripod system designed for extreme durability and load-bearing capacity. Unlike standard flexible mounts, this design utilizes a smart interlocking ball-joint mechanism that combines rigid structural integrity with high-friction flexible surfaces. It has been tested to easily support heavy loads, such as a full 0.4kg beer glass mounted alongside a GOPRO camera (No AI photo, a real one!>>>), without slipping! So even a big phone shouldn't be an issue!
Smart Interlock & Hybrid Design
The system consists of two primary components per link (could be printed only in PETG, however it won't support heavy loads then):
- Structural Core (Hard): Printed in PETG for maximum rigidity and "snap" strength.
- Friction Sleeve (Soft): Printed in TPU (95A recommended) to provide the necessary grip between joints, ensuring the tripod holds its position under heavy weight.
While a "PETG-only" version is possible, the Hybrid PETG+TPU configuration is highly recommended for maximum longevity and grip. The "smart interlock" ensures that once snapped together, the joints remain secure even under significant tension.
Customization Options
- You can easily print more or less joints and adjust the length of arms as you desire! If you manage to break some joint, you don't have to print whole tripod again - just print a replacement joint!
- Multicolor possible - just print joints separately each color on another plate!
Recommended Print Settings
- Material: PETG (Core) + TPU 95A (Sleeve)
- Wall Loops: 4 minimum (for the ball and socket strength)
- Infill: 30% (Gyroid recommended)
- Layer Height: 0.2mm
- Support: Not required, the interlocking collar is designed to be self-supporting. PETG has also very good hold on Hotbed. In case small parts wont holt well on your build plate, consider using brim. I printed hundreds of joints and never had an issue with adhesion.
Missing some feature? Mount? Ping me in comments!
If this model will be liked, ill add a bigger one for big cameras as well.
Phone Holder as accessory is remix of original part from jakejake on thingiverse: Universal Phone Tripod Mount by jakejake - Thingiverse
To mount Holder on the tripod, you would need a standard M5 bolt + screw, which is readily available at any local hardware store
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Hey, this took me quite some time to develop. Its a unique design created from scratch and properly tested with dozens of attempts. If you find this model good, id be happy to get a boost!
License
You shall not share, sub-license, sell, rent, host, transfer, or distribute in any way the digital or 3D printed versions of this object, nor any other derivative work of this object in its digital or physical format (including - but not limited to - remixes of this object, and hosting on other digital platforms). The objects may not be used without permission in any way whatsoever in which you charge money, or collect fees.
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