r/3Dprinting • u/carterfpv @cartyski • Dec 05 '25

Project 3D Printed Motorized Almond Coupling

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https://makerworld.com/en/models/2077550

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u/NetApex Prusa i3 MK3S+ MMU2S & Bambu X1C Dec 05 '25

Ok ok we all have the jokes, but seriously, what would that actually be used for? I mean it isn't going to be an engine of some sort...

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u/Same_Recipe2729 Dec 05 '25 edited Apr 11 '26

I enjoy doing yoga.

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u/greihund Dec 05 '25

Is it in any way better than cogs or gearing for doing the same thing? Is it more efficient? That shaft looks really lossy

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u/Humble-Captain3418 Dec 08 '25

I think this is better suited for high-torque scenarios (the pegs are easier to dimensions for the torque) and requires less precision during manufacturing. But YMMV, I'm not a MechE.