Plex Tiles

by MichaelA_Parker

I'm a 3D printing polyglot. I design 3D printed products, teach CAD and 3D printing, report 3D pr...

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Category: Jewelry + Fashion

License: public_domain

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Plex Tiles are a support-free, modular textile system. Use them to make hand bags, clothing and all manner of apparel. They can be printed on even the smallest bed printers, and use very little material. Print them flat in PLA, or print them in multiple materials and colors, and combine them to create patterns. Plex Tiles consist of a triangular tile and a snap on connector. Once the connector snaps on, they are very difficult to get off, so you don't have to worry about your designs falling apart. Just plan it out, because you may not get them apart again.Β The base tile has 3 holes and it prints at 2" (50.8mm). Connect them together to form the main body of the garment. Use the 2 hole tiles for finished edges, like the top of your bag. The strap tile can be used for straps, belts, bracelets, etc. The 3 way connector allows you to drape designs off your main piece or form more complex shapes. It's really up to you. I can't wait to see what you make with them!

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thesheppinator about 10 years ago

Wow it's like easier to use/make chainmail *THUMBS UP* What'd you end up making out of it?

MichaelA_Parker about 10 years ago

Thanks! Yeah, it'd make a great suit of armor. I printed it in translucent blue PLA. At its furthest points it's 2" but since it's triangular it' s a pretty small print. Only measures 1/16" (1.6mm) thick. You'll just need a lot of them for clothing.