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Patreon Exclusive: Big Smile Axolotl!
🕑 Added 2022-08-12 00:52:48 +0000 UTC***THIS FILE IS NO LONGER INCLUDED FREE WITH SUBSCRIPTION.
It can be purchased once re-released according to this Schedule.
Hey Friends!
I hope you enjoy this new Patreon Exclusive variant of the Axolotl! This is an alternate sculpt is sporting a big ol' open smile, a squint to the eyes, a cute little tongue, and more splayed gills for a bit of spice. Let this little guy add some variety to your Axolotl family (and you customer's purchase options!). Of course this new sculpt also means, new magnet too! Get both now from the "Current Download Links" post. *The Big Smile Axolotl will only be available as a free download until September 30th. Will be available again in January 2023, for purchase.
Enjoy!
Cheers!
Matt
*Click Here to go to the Pinned "the Hub - Info and Current Download Links" post*
*The Big Smile Axolotl will only be available as a free download until September 30th. Will be available again in January 2023, for purchase.
3D PRINTING SETTINGS
Body: Print-In-Place. No Supports (Aside from a Brim)
Head: Snap-Fit to Body. Requires Support "Touching Buildplate". (I like "Tree" supports)
Body with custom Brim: (Print-in-Place, Brim geo is built in so no need to generate one.)
Good bed adhesion is a must! I highly suggest using a BRIM or RAFT to make sure the tail stays upright as the segments build, or use the "customBrim" version of the body.
10-20% Infill.
3 Walls.
For a demonstration of how I use Cura's support blockers to print the Head and Body at the same time, please check out this video. It's super easy!
https://tinyurl.com/mr3zkyue
Here is a quick video showing the easiest method for snap-fitting the head onto the body: https://youtu.be/DWsYu2BY7ow
Scale to your liking! 100% creates a 10" Axolotl, so that will make it easy to scale it to your desired size. (80% = 8", 75% = 7.5", etc.) Depending on your printer tolerances, you should be able to print close to 60-65% before the joint function may start to become compromised. YMMV
*Click Here to go to the Pinned "the Hub - Info and Current Download Links" post*
*The Big Smile Axolotl will only be available as a free download until September 30th. Will be available again in January 2023, for purchase.
Comments
MatMire_Makes
There is! It's the Axolotl Redux. It's currently vaulted, but will be available in early December. This is the info post for it... https://www.patreon.com/posts/84627644
Whambo
Amazing designs! I've noticed someone is selling the Axolotl with articulated horns... is there another version of the design for this somewhere. Many thanks in advance!
MatMire_Makes
Sorry about that. This model hasn't been available since September, but it will be back in January (for purchase).
Ben Crawford
I subscribed for just this model and I am like 5 days too late :(
MatMire_Makes
In the Discord one of our patrons has posted his PrusaSlicer supports settings, and many have had great success with them. If you are getting supports inside cavities like the head joint, make sure you are setting them to “support on buildplate only”
Garrett Brohl
Im curious to this as well because it keeps placing supports where its not supposed to
CzarnaTecza
I love this model !!! I have 13 axolotls in my aquarium and now one on the desk <3
Dawn Jones
I'm just now seeing this. I use Prusa Slicer
Su
Hello, has anyone used Prusa Slicer to make supports for this piece, can someone help me with advice?
MatMire_Makes
The instructions are there now.
MatMire_Makes
Ah, yes. I will add the print instructions to this post. One sec!
Brandon Hall
I as a new subscriber haven't downloaded the previous Axolotl. When I load this it looks like the whole underneath of the head will need supports. Is this correct?
Doug Johnson
Starting this immediately!
Allen Weaver
Duuuuuhuuuuhuuude! Awesome
Heather Dryer
I can’t wait to print. So adorable
