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Update 10/31/2023... All Files have been moved to the October or November Download Folder and My Mini Factory Links have been sent to your email for continued access to the files. Just click the link to redeem and set up a new, FREE account or login to your current MMF account. The Files will be in your download folder "Shared with me."..........................................................................................................................................I didn't mean to be secretive about this model, I just got so wrapped up in it that I didn't leave time for a sneak peek...surprise! 😁

The design for this character has a couple cool features...   1. Since the insets are at a different height from the rest of the wings, you can get a great two color look with a simple filament change. 2. The wings are pop-in, they move up and down, and can be printed in different colors to provide a wide variety of combinations. Settings and Info: - 15% infill, 3 walls and .12 layer height recommended- Make sure to scale the wings to match the size of your body. They will not fit if they are different sizes. - I test print from 50% to 150% but the smaller you go, the wings get harder to plug in and can be fragile.- I provided an XL cut file for those that want to print really large. You will need to glue it together with one easy glue point. - I have added the Prusa and Bambu colored 3mf file for those that want it :) Here are the links to the colors I used in the photos:*150% purple Dragonfly: Cookie Cad Unicorn: https://a.co/d/iBuL6Pd* 100% Bambu printed multi-color: Body - Ziro Silk Green: https://a.co/d/1IRKvqq   Wings: Locyfens Green and Blue: https://a.co/d/egYbEcb   Details: Printbed Nacho Cheese and BambuLab Basic MagentaI had so much fun making this and thinking about the endless color possibilities. Please share your photos and tag me on social media, or add to discord. I really love seeing your creative prints.Happy Fri-yay, Happy Printing -Dan

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Justin Posey

Wow! That looks amazing! Keep up the great work!

Kelley G

omg i love this !!!

Nikola Vonfulton

Oh my goodness he is adorable I want him so much I can't wait to get home and print him

averageone3d

I love everything about it!!!

Todd Sipala

My Japanese insect! I love it

robert roast

Love love love this!!!! So getting the printer going come the morning..

Brandon Ryan

I love it! This looks like a fun one to print !

Thea, just Thea

YAY!!! Have been wanting a Dragonfly! And this one is adorable!!!

Can Do 3D

I'm okay with the secret! Keep it up!!!!!

Luis N

Where the heck did this cone from??? This as awesome!!

LuckySpoon

This is awesome! And just in time too. A print just finished 😁

LuckySpoon

Side note: I'd like to suggest putting these in a zip folder for convenience of file organization

Dan

Thank you :) usually put them in single files on the release post so folks can grab what they want, and zip files on the main monthly post.

LuckySpoon

Ah ok. Maybe do both on release? Also this absolutely needs a magnet version 🙏

Rachel Barnett

omg love this.. just got my bambu last week.. time to put it to the test against my prusa!!

kelli Samuelson

love this. Maybe i just missed it but if you use the xl size how much do you have to size up the wings so the fit properly?

Todd Sipala

If I make the XL 150% what do I need to make the wings? Still 150% or is it different because it started out XL

SneakySmurf

Wow. This is awesome Dan! Question.. I see in your 3MF that you turned off the prime tower. Is that safe to use it that way without streaking? Wasn't sure if you meant it to be turned off but I noticed it in the hedgehog too. I tried it once but it didn't turn out well because I can't figure out the settings. :)

Dan

Oh no. You should definitely use a tower. I can update the file, but I did assume folks would change to their own settings depending on size, materials etc. And the prime tower would also need to be moved on the plate according to how many prints you are completing.

Dan

Xl is the same size as the regular one, just able to be sized up. The wings match the original. Same instructions, just size the wings to match whatever size you scale to.

Dan

Always size the wings to the model size. The xl is almost identical to the original, just cut to allow for large scaling. For instance, if you size to 250 percent...the body would go on one plate, the tail on another, and likely a wing on two separate plates. But all have to scale to 250 to "fit" together.

Nick Venable

dumb question, but, in many of your designs, and others, the eyes?? Are these painted, or is there a place to get some sort of eye decal. They dont look printed to me....

Danny Bush

This is a great surprise, I can't wait to print it. Thanks Dan; nice model, endless choices.

Solcutter

do the wings fit both standard & XL bodies I can't see wings to download for XL bodies?

Solcutter

sorry just realised I can enlarge them lol

Emma C

Ohhh he is gorgeous! What a lovely surprise. ☺️ The option to vary the colours so much is brilliant! 🤩

Dan

I replied on the feed above too. the XL is the same size as the regular one...Just cut to enlarge. So please scale the wings accordingly.

Dan

If its a multicolor, I start with printing and often paint for the photos. I also paint for the single colors.

Nic Wilson

you can paint them, but on a Bambu Lab with AMS we print them in full color.

Marti Reusch

Omggggggg my mom has been begging for a dragon fly forever. Thank you so much

Marah Perlman

ok for the purple one you have cookie cad for the dragonfly. Is it also cookiecad for the wings? My Daughter wants that exact one and I don't know what to use.

Herb Veitenhans

This is a great model and I love how the wings attach. Used clear green in the wings and tri color silk for the body. Soooo cool

Dan

I have already made a scorpion but the face and features are quite different.

Taylor

so cute love it

Jason

This is great ! You know this would be a good stepping stone to making butterfly's. Then you can print all kinds of different colors for them. It would be so amazing.

SneakySmurf

No worries! Thank you for responding. Just confirming. I wasn't sure if you figured out a slick trick in the slicer to save some filament! Much appreciated.

Kwas's Kreations

where is the file? i dont see it on mmf either.

Dan

This file is right above in the post. There are several.

Kwas's Kreations

omg im so sorry!! when i saw this in my feed it didnt show the files, but when i opened your page directly they are there lol thank you!

Dan

Ok great! I was worried for a minute.

Dan

Sorry for the late reply, I missed your message and just ran through them all again! The wings are Justmaker Blue: https://a.co/d/9kGlVjI and Stronghero Mirror Chrome Purple Blue. Sadly, I cannot see that one available right now. It was also the color I used for the skeleton knight. Boo

Mark Tuttle

Dan, can you put a small hole or hook in the center so they can be hung up? They are awesome.

Dan

Oddly, that causes a ton of work in repainting, boolean, reposting etc :(. But...that is an allowable mod that yall can make as members :) I will put the suggestion on my short list of changes and see if I can carve out a few hours to do it. Thanks for the suggestion.

Brandon Ryan

I love this, I'm already printing a 2nd set. Thank you!

Tim Belton

that locyfens color is my new goto, it's great on so many prints!

Marti Reusch

Haven't tried this file yet but noticed the skeleton T-rex bambu file doesn't work on the bambu A1 mini. I mean it works and you can print it, but it will change your slicer over to an X1C, and you have to change it back and readjust your settings as it'll wipe what you had saved on the A1. Not a big deal at all but a heads up to others

Dan

I do color the file and provide the 3mf for my Carbon X1. It should load the geometry into any Bambu machine, and then as you stated, would need to be readjusted. I can imagine it would need to be scaled down as well. I will keep testing to 50% and hopefully this will allow the mini user to use all the designs as they are intended :) Also, not sure if anyone has tried, but the Prusa 3mf will load into Bambu slicer (geometry) and can be used too. Otherwise, just using the stl and painting also works.

Dan

I just checked the t-rex and the dragonfly. The dragonfly loads perfectly on the mini. Even room to move the wings over if you like. The t-rex loads off the plate, but the settings were intact (I have a ton of preloads), The design has to me moved onto the plate and slightly rotated. But all parts fit at 100% :)

Marti Reusch

Weird. If I have A1 plate open, load a file it switches the entire page to X1C, then let's me switch it back to A1 and move it onto the plate.

c3d

Love these! But my daughter wants a fish with butterfly wings

Can Do 3D

How about magnet holes?:) And Bumble bees! Please! Great stuff!!!

RD Creations

Im going to do the wings in glow in the dark

dcheath

YES! Magnet holes- my husband manually created them on the special ops frog and it is so fun!

Dan

I have seen many photos of the glow wings and it looks amazing!

Matthew Sherwin

how big do we scale the wings for the XL version please?

Dan

The xl version is the same size as the original, just cut to glue together at the tail. So the wings have to be scaled to the same size as you enlarge the body and tail.

Can Do 3D

Anyone have tips on printing the wings. My first layer tends to booger up than peel off on 2d layer. I'm running a Prusa MK4.

Dan

With the settings recommended? What size? And have you tried a different pla? Good adhesion achieved. I use a glue stick if the pla is not great.

Can Do 3D

(100%) I used glue at 215 nozzle at .15mm.(failed) 210 failed. Ziro-Summer...205 better. I guess I'll go lower? I used some clippers to cut the boogers off and it printed. Maybe it's the filament. What settings you use?

Pat Caton

I'm struggling to get my wings to go in! Any hints on how to make that happen? I double checked and my body and wings are the same scale

Brian Goldberg

This was one of my first prints on my new Bambu A1 mini. I printed at 60% size and added a brim. I had bed adhesion issues with the feet. It’s absolutely perfect! I wish I could post a picture. Thanks for creating the Bambu profiles!

Dan

I have had trouble with several Ziro PLAs. Lots of stringing. The Bambu auto heats and i keep on the general pla setting no matter what I print with. I use 15% infill, 3 walls and layer height of .12.

Dan

Line up the raised ridge are with the notch in the body hole. Hold by the base of the wing and gently push in. It shouldn't need to be forced.

Dan

I know! This platform doesn't allow pics. But you can share on social media and tag Flexi factory, add to the discord photo area or email me at Flexifactory@gmail.com.

matt orr

i had a couple seams that were stopping mine from going in, i sanded them down a little and they worked fine. But even when they went in they were hard to push so dont be afraid to push hard and push at the base by the ball! Worst case scenario you just have to print a new wing and theyre quick to print.

Rachel Barnett

i am new to bambu as well.. I have found with the little things, its easiest to slow down the first layer.. I cut it in half. The Textured PEI is actually really good with the PLA. Just have to keep the doors open and expect it to sound like a jet turbine is hanging out in your printer.. lol.. but they come out great.

DeAnn Dixon

I have tried this print 4 times and still having bed adhesion problems It seems fine and then all goes bad. I have a ps1 Should I turn the part fan off? Feels like it blows the feet right off lol

Kevin Jones

Patiently waiting for the dragonfly tail keychain and the magnet hahaha

Dan

Is it purely adhesion that is an issue? I use a purple glue stick. It's magic.

Pat Caton

Thank you, I'll try that

Spark876

I don't see how i can get 2 wings in each socket. I printed everything same scale, 100%. What is wrong here?

Dan

There are four sockets and four wings.

April Beal

He's cute, I wish the eyes could be printed separate and popped in later.

Jen Moreau

Yes! I have had requests for butterfly!

Nathan armstrong

i printed this at 200% with 8% infill and 0.2 layer height. worked great

Robin Hadley

I printed the dragonfly at 70%. Wings had to be at 75% to stay in the hole. Is this normal?

Judi

I was wondering if the wings on the dragonfly and the butterfly were supposed to be stiff or wobbly? I printed them both and the wings are both stiff AND wobbly. On one side the wings go in just fine but one is very stiff and hard to move and the other is very very wobbly and the one on the butterfly falls out if not handled carefully. I hope this makes sense. LOL.

Dan

It does make sense. They were designed to be firm, not wobbly. But it is plastic and can loosen over time. Make sure to put them in where the notch is, otherwise you could break the inner holder..if that cracks, the wings would become loose. Additionally, check your extrusion settings. What machine?

Dot

Why can i not locate the files for this one?

Dan

The dragonfly is an older public release, which I offer for 40% off through the link at the top of the page. If you go to the collections tab you will see the 40% off post and can get any of the older files you like there.

renedunn21

how do i find the files for this one?

Dan

This is included with the 40% off discount for MMF and Cults 3d. You can find the link to the 40% off post above in the collections tab :)

Salemrosecreations

Hi! I am a commercial subscriber to your patreon and I want the butterfly file and I can’t find it to purchase anywhere. Can you please tell me where I can purchase it?

renedunn21

i must be stupid cause i cant find how to get the dragonfly

TECAD3D

Hello, I just arrived, how can I get this file ?

3LV3N

Hi, I just signed up for the yearly acct. How can I get this adorable one?

Dan

This is an older public release available with the 40% off discount. That code can be found in the collections tab at the top of the page under discounts :)

Jason Rohr

would love to get this file

Troy DeVoe

i cant find this dragon fly to purchase. I am a member and have been for a long time but not long enough i guess. Can you point me in the correct direction to purchase