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===Machine Threads===
===Machine Threads===
Machine threads are probably the last thing you want to try to 3D print. The threads are way too small to come out well. Your threads will not look nice, and your screws will not thread in properly. If you really need a machine thread in your design (which is typical of designs), consider using a [https://www.mcmaster.com/heat-inserts heat insert] (single or double vane depending on the pull-out resistance you're looking for) or an [https://www.mcmaster.com/expanding-inserts-for-plastic expanding insert for plastic] (though expanding inserts might put too much pressure on the part and split it). Inserts might be available in the Makerstore but otherwise are available at the previously linked pages. Make sure to specify the holes in your designs as per the datasheet provided. A design guide is provided in the Advanced CAD modeling for 3D printing page for convenience. Adhering to this design guide will greatly simplify the heat insert installation process.
Machine threads are probably the last thing you want to try to 3D print. The threads are way too small to come out well. Your threads will not look nice, and your screws will not thread in properly. If you really need a machine thread in your design (which is typical of designs), consider using a [https://www.mcmaster.com/heat-inserts heat insert] (single or double vane depending on the pull-out resistance you're looking for) or an [https://www.mcmaster.com/expanding-inserts-for-plastic expanding insert for plastic] (though expanding inserts might put too much pressure on the part and split it). Inserts might be available in the Makerstore but otherwise are available at the previously linked pages. Make sure to specify the holes in your designs as per the datasheet provided. A design guide is provided in the Advanced CAD modeling for 3D printing page for convenience. Adhering to this design guide will greatly simplify the heat insert installation process.
[[File:Things not to print.png|alt=A picture of what not to print|center|thumb|500x500px|A quick overview of what you should not be printing on a 3D printer. The world of fasteners is complex enough as-is, and hardware is cheap and plentiful, you will likely be much happier with even a poor quality fastener than you ever would with a 3D printed fastener.]]
===Electronics Enclosures===
===Electronics Enclosures===