About this 3D model

ARTICULATED DRAGONFLY V2 WITH 360° BALL WINGS This 3D print file features an articulated dragonfly design with a 360° spinnable body and ball joint wings for dynamic movement. Each wing can be positioned freely, allowing for a variety of poses. Perfect for collectors and nature enthusiasts, this dragonfly combines intricate detailing with playful functionality. Easy to print and assemble, it’s an exciting project for 3D printing hobbyists! Working Notes• The files are hi resolution and might take a while to load and slice.• Ball joints 360° turnable body AND WINGS• High Clearance Dragonfly body added with stronger links, more space between links, Better Bed AdhesionMulticolor + print and join parts available (3mf+stl)Option 1 : print-in-place the full version with optional backplate (if wings stays in)Option 2 : use seperate files to print body and wings separately in different colors and join together with backplate. • In a well tuned print the wings will can be unlocked and taken out by turning the wings 90°. Hence people with a single color printer, can print the wings seperately and inserted into the Dragofly body and glue it with the backplate for permenent locking.• For rough and heavy duty usage, Petg/Abs wings recommended.• During file import in Super/prusa/cura/bambu slicer, if it warns the file is in wrong dimension and required to convert to mm, click "NO" and import as object with parts.• If wings are too tight, use a small tool on the holes under the wings ball and wedge to loosen the balls.• Use same scale factor for body and backplate• Backplate must be glued to the body incase if printed. Experimental note• If the wings are loose enough on your printer, it is possible to print wings seperately from 3mf file and insert it it by turning the wings 90° and locking it into body.• Plan B - If wings moves way too much no matter what, use a tiny bit of hot glue gun glue on the balls, so it will tighten up the wings. Additional keychain drill holed files are attached in 3mf. MODEL SPECIFIC SETTINGS• Support FREE• 10-15% infill• 2-3 wall line ESTIMATED AVERAGE PRINT TIME100% SCALE0.2 MM : 14 HRS0.12 MM : 18 HRS SCALINGPrint with 100% scale for best results. Non textured wings model can be scaled down upto 70% without issues. Textured version should be printed with 100% scale for best results. Use filament change for entire vein layer for added style. ⚠️MELS 3D LABS GENERAL MODEL SETTINGS & TROUBLESHOOTING⚠️⚠️ Note⚠️• If Slicer errors and warnings appear, they should be ignored as they are part of the reverse engineering protection. Models will slice and print correctly despite these warnings and errors. Be sure to check the slicing preview to confirm a successful slice.• Model errors and warnings should not be repaired.Please do contact us for any suggestions to be consider on future releases or modifications.• In the event of first layer Mis print, gaps, use the cut tool in the slicer and cutoff 0.05-1mm from the model.• The Downloaded Zip folder may have different versions such as V1, V2, V3... It is recommended to always use the latest Version. You can still use older versions if you prefer it and if you face no issues with the older versions.• For additional help, please do not hesitate to contact us.• If Demo print pics has multi-colors, the model will have 3MF files attached for multi-color printing. Visit:www.mels3dlabs.comto explore hundreds of original models by MELS 3D LABS. Feel free to post a make or tag your print images on our Instagram :www.instagram.com/mels3d Follow MELS 3D LABS for morehttps://mels3dlabs.blogspot.com ⚠️©️ COPYRIGHT NOTICE ©️⚠️All our designs are protected by copyright. When you purchase, you are granted the right to download and print the design for PERSONAL USE only. You do NOT have permission to resell or redistribute the digital files, including any altered or "remixed" versions. Printed models cannot be sold without authorization. To legally sell physical prints of our designs, you must obtain authorization by maintaining an ACTIVE monthly subscription to the "COMMERCIAL LICENSE" tier on our Patreon Or From MY MINI FACTORY.: www.patreon.com/Mels3D: www.myminifactory/users/mels3dlabs ⚠️ Note ⚠️The 360 Links on MELS 3D LABS design result from extensive proprietary research over a year and are protected by design and utility patents. Any attempt to copy, replicate, or remix this feature will be addressed legally.