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OpenFormicaria - Connectors

The images will be for CV2 mostly, though in most cases the information is valid for both version, if not explicitly said so.

You have to use TPU or a similar flexible material.

  • 0.2mm layer height is fine
  • 15% infill
  • Tube connectors require support, everything else can be printed without

CV1

PLA is fine for most connectors, though the tube connector will not work properly with PLA.

  • 0.2mm layer height is fine
  • 15% infill
  • Tube connectors require support as well as has to be printed with TPU, everything else can be printed without supports

Main Connector

CV2

This connector connects two modules together, simple enough.

Connector blocker

CV2

Same formfactor as the Main connector but it blocks the path.

Tube Connectors for 10mm, 12mm and 14mm inner circumference

CV2

A variation of tube connectors. The test-/tubes go over the connector, not in.

IMPORTANT! Do not print this with PLA, use a flexible filament.

Tube Connectors on an 90° angle for 10mm, 12mm and 14mm inner circumference

CV2

A variation of tube connectors. The test-/tubes go over the connector, not in.

IMPORTANT! Do not print this with PLA, use a flexible filament.

Blocking Endpoint

CV2

A bit nicer looking than a block connector but cannot be used to connect two modules

Connector Raiser

CV2

This connector allows you to connect a modules like a Portal to a formicarium which is higher above due to the basin. Now there is no more floating modules.

Separator (CV2 only)

CV2

This "connector" allows you to separate two connected modules and block both entries. I recommend to print at least a pair of these for your setup.