Summary
A pipe-based construction toy. Updated to be easier to print, easier to assemble, and stronger than ever!
Printing
- All parts can be printed without supports.
- It's very important to minimize bottom layer curling. If curling around sharp corners is an issue, add a brim or use an adhesion aid.
- Print one “Top” and one “Bottom” for each connector. If file names do not include these labels, the connector either prints as a single part (such as caps and I Connectors) or the top and bottom are symmetrical (like T Connectors).
- If using pins, print a few test copies first to determine if the regular or loose option is right for your printer.
Assembly
- Align the top and bottom parts of the connector then insert pins to lock the halves together.
- Pins should be a tight fit, but they should not be so tight that the connector is damaged from inserting the pin. Applying a few careful taps with a hammer to seat a tight pin is both acceptable and expected.
- In most cases, glue is NOT required, but it may be useful for loose pins or connectors that only have only a single pin.
Parts
Pipe Styles
- Default
- No Hole - Most durable
- Rib - Most rigid
Straight Pipes
- Small (30mm long)
- Medium (90mm long)
- Large (120mm long)
Curved Pipes
Curved pipes make a 90 degree turn and are sized to match the straight pipes. Print two middles and two ends. Assemble using just the clamping force of the end parts.
Connectors
- I Connector
- L Connector
- T Connector
- X Connector
- Corner Connector
- 4-Way Connector
- 5-Way Connector
- 6-Way Connector
Hex Connectors
- Hex L Connector
- Hex Y Connector
- Hex Corner Connector
- Hex Edge Connector
- Hex 4-Way Connector
- Hex 5-Way Connector
Hinges
- 1-Way Hinge
- 1-Way Clamp
- I Hinge
- L Hinge
- T Hinge
- X Hinge
- Flex Hinge
- Hex Y Hinge
Other Parts
- Flat Cap
- Round Cap
- Sliding Lock Ring
Legacy Parts
The following parts from the older version of Printy Pipes are fully compatible with this updated version:
- Slats
- Wheels
- TPU Rivets
- Lock Rings
- Flag
