Pool Skimmer Guard - Free 3D Print Model

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P1S

A2L

P1P

H2S

P2S

H2D

H2D Pro

X1E

H2C

X1 Carbon

X2D

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

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4.9 h

4 plates

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Description

This is my first published model so bear with me!

My Betta Solar Skimmer kept getting sucked into my pool skimmer so I designed this bumper to prevent that. Saw some other models for skimmer grilles but I needed a little more depth to keep my Betta out.

This bumper clips right into the faceplate of your skimmer. One piece print: no supports, no hardware - just print in PETG or ASA.

Shown in pics is the 2 inch depth bumper with rounded corners. GIF shows the v1 with 6 inch depth, the purpose being to demonstrate how it solves this specific problem.

Couple of notes:

I recommend printing just one clip first to test the fit - that allows you to quickly verify that it's the right size. There is a parametric version of the clip so you can tweak it to fit your skimmer.
I have profiles for the rounded and square corners versions. Rounded with 2 inch (~50mm) depth looks better but I am still testing out functionality.
I designed it for a standard Hayward Skimmer for an inground pool, but also published a customizable parametric version. Looking for feedback on how that is working.

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