Simple Compass & Scribing Tool | Fully 3D Printed - Free 3D Print Model

Search models, users, collections, and posts

AZ3Dprinting

Tools>Other Tools

IP Report

Print Profile(1)

All

X1 Carbon

P1S

P1P

X1E

A1 mini

H2D

H2D Pro

H2S

P2S

H2C

X2D

A2L

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Designer

30 min

1 plate

4.6(35)

Open in Bambu Studio

Boost

123

280

677

516

Released

Description

Hey there!

After I noticed release of the contest, “Contour Duplication Tools” was released, I spent a few days creating a simple, yet effective design. I present to you a very simple, customizable, fully 3D printed compass & wood scribing tool.

Note: The “needle” of the compass has 2 versions; one version is the fully printable version and the other version is for a toothpick.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Uses

Drawing Compass (draws perfect circles)
Contour Duplication tool (this might be hard for the design, but still doable)
Parallel Marking tool (use the flat surface of the toothpick holder against the wall)

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Print Instructions

The 3D model is a relatively easy 3D print with minimal supports. The 3D model in the image was printed on my Prusa i3 Mk3s+.

Supports: Yes, but only for the Toothpick Holder (refer to “Build-Plate Orientation” image for clarification)
Infill: 15% is sufficient
Brim: Optional (I did not use a brim)

The thread and the nut should not need supports. A decently tuned 3D printer should handle them just fine. I modeled a lot of tolerance between the thread in the nut, but feel free to add more tolerance using the .f3d file (comment or message me if you need any help)

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Open Source, Simple, and Easy to Modify & Remix

I added the .f3D files in there for those who need to 1) tweak tolerances or 2) add their own twist to the idea. The file's license allows you to remix and modify the design :)

Since the design is relatively small (less than 10g of filament in total, you don't have to be afraid if the model doesn't work first try.
The toothpick and the pencil should snugly fit in, but they should not be 1) so loose that they fall out or 2) need to be sanded down to fit in.

The current .stl files are compatible with a standard #2 (hexagonal) pencil (as seen in the photos). The toothpick is a standard bamboo toothpick that is 2 mm in diameter.

Feel free to refer to the photos for dimensions.

As I am still familiarizing myself with Fusion 360, the .f3d file may be frustrating to modify - if you need any help, feel free to add comments and/or message me through the built-in messaging application.

___________________________________________________________________________________________

Happy Printing!

-AZ3D

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@AZ3D_printing

Comment & Rating (45)

@me_Cyber77gds

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Already reviewed this but didn't rate. So 5 Stars all day.

The profile uploader has replied

@AZ3Dprinting

Thanks so much!

@me_Cyber77gds

Needed a compass quick (couldn't find the one I bought) so opened Maker World and found this one, fit the bill and did the job, I especially like the use of the tooth pick. Printed in the 0.16 mm Optimal setting with PET-G in like 45 minutes I had what I needed. Thanks

The designer has replied

@AZ3Dprinting

thank you!

@BAMontheinternt

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

I needed a compass asap to scribe a piece of furniture I’m working on and boom… had one in 30 minutes. THANKS!

The profile uploader has replied

@AZ3Dprinting

Thanks for the Kind Words!!!

@user_4276032630

Printed in multicolor silky PLA and overall came out very nice. My only feedback is that the nut is extremely hard to thread on. I'd like to recommend adding an index to the "pencil" side to hold the bolt head in place while tightening the nut.

@crazymajax

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

it works! Although using a toothpick is not the best. But i love that it allows you to replace it when it inevitably breaks.

@0072

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Other Issues:trash literal trash had to remove a bunch of material to get the pointy stuff out

@Fluffybutterfly

you're meant to use a toothpick. use your brain

(Edited)

@GNR9000

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

@Hanniballl

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Good, but best with a needle

The profile uploader has replied

Show original

@AZ3Dprinting

Thank you! I would appreciate it if you would promote this model!

Show original

@Printing_Journe

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

This was perfect. Needed one in a pinch.

The profile uploader has replied

@AZ3Dprinting

Thanks! Would you please boost this model! I'd greatly appreciate it!

@automaatio

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

This is an incredibly functional print, and I’m especially impressed with the bolt and washer design which give it an industrial look. The only small challenge I had was figuring out what to place in the shallow hole. I eventually landed on a toothpick which worked perfectly.

The profile uploader has replied