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Ball joint

by Jeremy_Armandet

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I made this mechanical ball joint for an for an articulated lamp holder, the threaded cap allows to ajust tightening of the ball.

Easy to print without supports but if you want you can add supports for the frame.

You can connect 8 mm rod on both side.

If you want to tip : https://www.paypal.me/jeremyarmandet

Thanks, Enjoy!

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Source

Thingiverse

What you need to print this: Beginner Medium confidence

Why?

print-in-place design · no supports · large print

Support-free Print-in-place

Supports 0/3

Assembly 0/3

Settings 1/3

Bed size 2/3

Post-process 0/3

Printer

FDM / FFF

File format

STL

Material

Min. bed size

200 mm (Large)

Software

Cura, PrusaSlicer, or similar

Frequently Asked Questions

Which 3D printer is suitable for Ball joint?

Any FDM printer should handle Ball joint just fine. It's been printed on machines like Bambu Lab A1, Prusa MK4, Creality Ender 3, Anycubic Kobra. A minimum build volume of 200 mm is recommended.

Does Ball joint need supports when printing?

Nope — Ball joint is print-in-place, so it comes off the bed ready to use. No supports, no assembly.

What file format is Ball joint available in?

Ball joint is available in STL format. These files can be opened and sliced using free software such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, or OrcaSlicer for FDM printing, or ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer for resin printing. The download is provided through Thingiverse.

Is Ball joint free to download?

Yes, Ball joint is available as a free download through Thingiverse. Always check the license on the original platform to understand commercial use, remixing, and attribution requirements.

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