VICEGRIPTOR | Locking Clip Hook

Meet the VICEGRIPTOR!

You never would have thought you needed this, but now you do. The VICEGRIPTOR is a clever, print-in-place gadget with a self-locking mechanism that grips like a vise and releases with a simple flick.

No assembly needed and no supports to remove, just pure functional design.

Whether you need to hang clothing, secure cables, or clip gear to your bag, the VICEGRIPTOR offers a very strong grip and a satisfying mechanical snap when closing. Try for yourself!

Quick Start

1. Download & Slice
   Import the STL or 3MF file directly into your slicer. No supports are needed. Recommended settings:
   - 0.16 mm layer height
   - 3 Walls 
   - Inner-outer-inner
   - Arachne
2. Print
   Works well in PLA and PETG.
   Orientation is optimized for strength and smooth movement.
3. Lock & Load
   Once printed, flex the handle slightly to test the locking action.
   It should click firmly into place and hold securely.
   The locking effect gets stronger when clamping increasingly thicker materials

The hinge clearance of each model is embossed inside the lower handle, for easy reference after printing.

If your VICEGRIPTOR prints with sections fused together, little clamping force on the handle will sometimes snap it loose.

In case it breaks when forcing the handle, use one of the provided models with wider clearance on the hinges.

Unique Features

Print-in-Place Design
Single piece print with built-in hinges and latch mechanism. No assembly required.

Locking Vice-Grip Mechanism
Self-locking clip design for quick, one-handed use.

Versatile Use Cases
Ideal for hanging tools, bags, cables, keychains, or EDC gear.

Optimized for 3D Printing
Requires no supports, no cleanup, and works great on a wide range of FDM printers.

Parametric Feel, Compact Form
Precision-modeled with tight clearances to create smooth motion. Versions with larger clearances are also included.

Changelog

v1.0

• This is the initial release of the VICEGRIPTOR 3D model.
• Print-in-place hinges and over-center locking mechanism design.
• Design optimized for FDM printing, without support.
• Dual color and and single color models are included.
• Models with 0.10mm, 0.12mm, 0.14mm and 0.16mm clearance are provided.
• Tested on X1C with PLA, PETG and ABS.
• Tested on H2D with ABS and ASA.
• Tested on Prusa XL and MK3 with PLA