Parametric Dowel / Rod End Cap (Customizable)

Protect the end of any round dowel or rod with this simple parametric end cap.The model is fully customizable in MakerWorld: just plug in your dimensions and generate a perfect press-fit cap for your project. VERY FAST PRINTParametersdowel diameter – inner diameter of the cap. Set this to match your dowel.end diameter – diameter of the outer “flange” that sits at the end of the dowel.NOTE: if you want the end diameter to be the same as the rest of the cap, set that number to dowel diameter + 4mmcap length – height of the cylindrical collar that wraps around the dowel.Short = low-profile capLonger = more grip / stabilityif you want a longer cap, experiment first with the dowel diameter to make sure it fits Tested Sizes (reference)1" (25.4 mm) dowel – Home DepotWorks well with 25 mm dowel diameter.5/8" (15.875 mm) dowel – Ace HardwareWorks well with 15.8 mm dowel diameter.In general, if you want a snug press fit, setting the dowel diameter slightly below the real diameter (≈0.2–0