The file 'Medieval Style Chainmail Fabric 3D Printer Model' is (stl) file type, size is 8.4 MB.
For Halloween I tried to design a chainmail pattern that would print without supports and with no post printing processing required. I didn't get it completely right in time, but I still achieved a decent medieval chainmail look-alike that I think is worth sharing.
The traditional European 4-in-1 mail was too difficult so I settled on a slightly easier 3 in 1 or "tri-mail" as an intermediate challenge, and while not perfect yet, it is usable.
Notes:
Update on 11/18/18:
I added an improved .stl with subtle but important geometry changes that allow better flex and less loop "jamming" when folding and unfolding the fabric.
TriLoop205x190_IMPROVED_RevC.stl |
TriLoopRevC_SmallSample.stl |