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Mini Buddy #18 - Caterpillar

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Update: Added a keychain version that works with a split ring keychain (see bill of materials)Mini Caterpillar BuddyA tiny and cute Caterpillar. It is very small (approx. 25mm in length). Watch out! The two color AMS version produces a lot of waste for single nozzle printers. You can reduce the amount of waste per caterpillar by printing an entire army. Features:Very cuteSingle color version: Ultra Lightweight: Uses less than 1 gram of filament.Single color version: Fast Print: Ready in under 15 minutes.Great Gift: Perfect as a small "desk buddy" or a fun surprise for friends.Print Settings:Layer Height: 0.12mm (recommended for the smoothest look)Walls: 2Infill: 15% GyroidMaterial: PLACheck out my other desk buddies in this collection: https://makerworld.com/nl/collections/20022468-mini-desk-buddies 💼 Sell my physical prints? Get your Commercial License on Patreon ❤️ Support my work (€2): Get voting power & sneak peeks on Patreon ☕ One-time tip? Sponsor 100g ($2) of filament o
Category
Animals
Source
MakerWorld
Published
Updated
What you need to print this: Intermediate Medium confidence
Why?
supports needed · 2 colors
Single piece Supports required 2 colors / AMS
Supports 2/3
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)
Colors
2 (AMS/MMU recommended)
Software
Cura, PrusaSlicer, or similar
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which 3D printer is suitable for Mini Buddy #18 - Caterpillar?
Any FDM printer should handle Mini Buddy #18 - Caterpillar 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 Mini Buddy #18 - Caterpillar need supports when printing?
Yes, Mini Buddy #18 - Caterpillar will probably need supports for the overhangs. Tree supports work well here and are easier to remove than regular ones.
What file format is Mini Buddy #18 - Caterpillar available in?
Mini Buddy #18 - Caterpillar 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 MakerWorld.
Is Mini Buddy #18 - Caterpillar free to download?
Yes, Mini Buddy #18 - Caterpillar is available as a free download through MakerWorld. Always check the license on the original platform to understand commercial use, remixing, and attribution requirements.
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