Threaded Insert and topper for Lithophane bulb

Threaded Insert and topper for Lithophane bulb 3D print model

Description

Using lithophanemaker.com, the Lithophane sphere maker to make Christmas bulbs is amazing! However, I didn't like the available attaching options for hanging the bulbs, such as the bulb clips. They just didn't attach or hang on a tree secure enough to my liking. I designed this bulb insert and threaded topper to easily hang a bulb directly on Christmas tree lights. Below are simplified instructions on how I print the threaded insert directly into my bulbs. With a small raft, I have been printing these with no supports.

  1. Key settings in lithophanemaker.com's sphere maker when generating Lithophane bulbs. Set Cylinder Outer Diameter (mm) [set to 0 for no cylinder]: to 0 and Top Hole Outer Diameter (mm) [set 0 for no top hole]: to 13mm.

  2. Using your 3D Printing Slicer, align the threaded insert to your lithophane bulb opening and merge/group the objects (images attached are from Simplified3D, but Cura and other slicers have same features). I prefer printing models outside-in and have had no issues with lid screwing onto threaded inserts.

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Threaded Insert and topper for Lithophane bulb
$3.00
 
Royalty Free License 
Threaded Insert and topper for Lithophane bulb
$3.00
 
Royalty Free License 
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3D Model formats

Format limitations
  • Stereolithography (.stl) (3 files)683 MB

3D Model details

  • Publish date2021-10-04
  • Model ID#3307028
  • Ready for 3D Printing
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