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Chainmail

by Zomboe

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(EDIT 5/17/2012: License changed to CC SA (was CC SA NC))

Printed Parametric Chainmail

I've been wanting to try this for a while. This is a sheet of interlocking rings, printed in place. The rings are basically square, with cut off corners. Two sets of diagonals cross each other at different heights, with four posts at the corners. Well, it makes sense when you see the pictures!

This is the first thing I've designed in OpenSCAD, so the code is probably pretty sloppy. The major parameters that can be changed are the layer thickness and line width, along with ring size and number.

I searched for "chainmail" on Thingiverse and the only result was a post by Vik on the Interlocking Rings thing: "Next, chainmail. Right?" So I hope you like this, Vik!

3D chain chainmail fabric flexible Fushigi interlocking Knot Theory makerbot openscad parametric PLA rapman reprap ring supportless wearable

Source

Thingiverse

What you need to print this: Beginner Medium confidence

Why?

no supports

Support-free Single piece

Supports 0/3

Assembly 0/3

Settings 1/3

Bed size 0/3

Post-process 0/3

Printer

FDM / FFF

File format

STL

Material

PLA

Min. bed size

50 mm (Small)

Software

Cura, PrusaSlicer, or similar

Frequently Asked Questions

Which 3D printer is suitable for Chainmail?

Any FDM printer should handle Chainmail just fine. It's been printed on machines like Bambu Lab A1 Mini, Prusa Mini+, Creality Ender 3, most FDM printers. A minimum build volume of 50 mm is recommended.

Does Chainmail need supports when printing?

No supports needed for Chainmail — it's designed to print clean off the bed.

What file format is Chainmail available in?

Chainmail 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 Chainmail free to download?

Yes, Chainmail 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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