Fully Parametric - Customizable Collet

🔧 Fully Parametric Collet (PLA & TPU Profiles)

This is a fully parametric collet design built for flexibility, precision, and easy customization directly inside Bambu Studio.

Whether you need a rigid clamp or a flexible grip, this model includes two optimized print profiles:

• PLA version → firm, precise hold
• TPU version → flexible, shock-absorbing grip

⚙️ Parametric Controls

You can easily dial in the exact fit for your application by adjusting:

• Inner Diameter (ID) – perfect for shafts, rods, or tools
• Outer Diameter (OD) – overall size control
• Length – adjust grip surface area
• Collar Thickness – strength and compression tuning
• Collar Outer Diameter – flange size for retention or mounting
• Gap Thickness – controls clamping force and flexibility

🧠 Why This Design?

This collet was designed to be:

• Highly adaptable for different use cases
• Print-friendly with reliable geometry
• Material versatile (rigid vs flexible behavior)
• Quick to tweak without needing CAD edits

Perfect for:

• Tool holding
• Rod or shaft gripping
• DIY fixtures and jigs
• Workshop organization
• Custom mechanical builds

🖨️ Print Notes

• PLA version gives a tight, solid clamp
• TPU version allows for compression and grip without damage
• Adjust gap and collar thickness to fine-tune clamping force
• No supports needed (depending on orientation)

💡 Tip

For best results:

• Use TPU when gripping delicate or variable-diameter parts
• Use PLA when you need rigidity and repeatable alignment