Build Functional Parts From Day One
What You Get
Filament for Real Parts
PLA+ in Black and White is tough, accurate and easy to print, ideal for prototypes, jigs and fixtures.
PETG Basic in Black and White adds strength and temperature resistance for finished parts that see real use.
210 Pieces of Maker Hardware
Knurled brass heat set inserts in M2, M3, M4 and M5 give you strong metal threads that can be assembled and taken apart many times.
Stainless M3 button head screws, hex nuts, galvanised square nuts, thread forming screws, neodymium magnets and stainless dowel pins cover most fastening, hinge and snap-on designs.
Tools for Fit and Finish
Precision flush cutters and a hobby knife with 5 spare #11 blades clean up supports and edges, and the 10 piece file set helps parts slide, press and click together.
Nozzle cleaning needles for a 0.4 mm nozzle and a brass wire brush keep your printer running.
Which Fastener Should I Use?
Heat Set Inserts
Best for joints you will open and close often, like lids, panels and electronics enclosures. Model a hole to the size in the chart below, then press the insert in with a soldering iron set to the filament's printing temperature plus 10°C.
Once cool, the insert gives you a strong brass thread for the included M3 button head screws. A soldering iron is not included.
Thread Forming Screws
The quickest way to join printed parts. These stainless screws form their own thread in a plain printed hole, with no insert or tapping needed.
For the 3 x 8 mm screw, model a hole about 1.8 mm wide and 12 mm deep. For the 3 x 15 mm screw, about 1.8 mm wide and 22 mm deep.
Nuts, Magnets and Pins
Model a hexagon or square pocket to trap an M3 nut, so a screw can tighten into it from the other side.
Press fit or glue the 6 x 4 mm magnets into pockets for snap-on lids, or pause a print to embed them. The 3 x 20 mm dowel pins make neat hinges, axles and alignment pins.
Full Kit Contents
| Item | Qty |
|---|---|
| 1.75 mm PLA+ Filament, 1 KG, Black | 1 |
| 1.75 mm PLA+ Filament, 1 KG, White | 1 |
| 1.75 mm PETG Basic Filament, 1 KG, Black | 1 |
| 1.75 mm PETG Basic Filament, 1 KG, White | 1 |
| Brass heat set insert, M2 Long | 10 |
| Brass heat set insert, M3 Short | 30 |
| Brass heat set insert, M3 Long | 20 |
| Brass heat set insert, M4 Short | 10 |
| Brass heat set insert, M5 Short | 10 |
| Stainless button head socket screw, M3 x 8 | 20 |
| Stainless button head socket screw, M3 x 12 | 20 |
| Stainless button head socket screw, M3 x 20 | 10 |
| SS304 hex nut, M3 | 20 |
| Galvanised steel square nut, M3 | 10 |
| SS304 thread forming screw, 3 x 8 mm pan washer head | 10 |
| SS304 thread forming screw, 3 x 15 mm pan washer head | 10 |
| Neodymium magnet, 6 x 4 mm | 20 |
| SS304 dowel pin, 3 x 20 mm | 10 |
| Precision Flush Cutters | 1 |
| Hobby Knife (includes one #11 blade) | 1 |
| #11 Knife Blades, pack of 5 | 1 |
| Small File 10 Piece Set, 140 mm | 1 |
| Nozzle Cleaning Needles, 0.4 mm, pack of 10 | 1 |
| Brass Wire Cleaning Brush | 1 |
Heat Set Insert Hole Sizes
| Insert | Length | Insert diameter | Hole diameter |
|---|---|---|---|
| M2 Long | 3 mm | 3.5 mm | 3.1 mm |
| M3 Short | 3 mm | 4.5 mm | 4 mm |
| M3 Long | 5.7 mm | 4.6 mm | 4 mm |
| M4 Short | 4 mm | 6 mm | 5.5 mm |
| M5 Short | 6 mm | 7 mm | 6.2 mm |
Hardware Dimensions
Recommended Print Settings
| Filament | Nozzle | Bed |
|---|---|---|
| PLA+ | 190°C to 220°C | 25°C to 60°C |
| PETG Basic | 220°C to 240°C | 70°C to 80°C |