{"product_id":"flexi-tie-v2","title":"Flexi Tie V2","description":"\u003cp\u003eFlexi Tie V1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer ugc\" href=\"https:\/\/makerworld.com\/en\/models\/19550#profileId-18273\"\u003ehttps:\/\/makerworld.com\/en\/models\/19550#profileId-18273\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlexi tie V2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e********************************************************************************************\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUpdate: 3\/4\/2025\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003euploaded a profile with all knots iterations. Each knot is divided into its own plate. \u003cbr\u003eplate 1 Original. \u003cbr\u003eplate 2 added under collar extender to keep the knot straight and from sliding over the collar. \u003cbr\u003eplate  3 allow for an elastic band to be used and still allows for the knot to slide over the top of the knot. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eplate 4 this a a knot that is from the person that inspired me to 3d print ties in the first place. Boris R. from sketchfab. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlate 5 another knot from Boris R this one has a swappable center allowing for more customer designs.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer ugc\" href=\"https:\/\/sketchfab.com\/3d-models\/3dtie-necktie-illustration-68ad91dd0c2a432b9bf46d02ce51ba3b\"\u003ehttps:\/\/sketchfab.com\/3d-models\/3dtie-necktie-illustration-68ad91dd0c2a432b9bf46d02ce51ba3b\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e********************************************************************************************\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUpdate: 1\/10\/2025\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew Knot to be used with an elastic. this is much more comfortable in my opinion. both Knots still work great. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e********************************************************************************************\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUpdate: 12\/10\/2023\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eloaded pre-assembled filed under the Pre-made folder. just click the segments together and you are done. to customize the patterns print from Build your own folder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*********************************************************************************************\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI wear ties a lot. This Tie doubles as a fidget toy which is super cool during boring meetings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tie is totally adjustable to any length you need, as well as customizable for various patterns due to the snap connection style of the pieces. It is also the closest thing to a fabric tie that I have seen out there for 3d printed ties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is no need for a rope or elastic as the knot of the tie slips on over the top of the top button of your dress shirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ethe profile is set for a 23 inch tie from the top of the knot to the bottom of the tie. (my size)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eto adjust the length simple take parts out the each of the segments or remove a segment completely\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note some assembly is required. see the Assembly section below (\u003cstrong\u003eread before printing\u003c\/strong\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere is what you will need to print (\u003cstrong\u003ein order\u003c\/strong\u003e):\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease use fresh glue on the build plate this is a very detailed print!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1st plate:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Fabric 12x12\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e?x Fabric 4x4 (as many as you need to complete the length of the tie you need. I used 5)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2nd plate:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1X Knot\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Knot connection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e?x Side_link and Side_link2 (Each segment of the tie can be up to 8 rows long. Side link and Side link2 are to be used on opposite sides. Note which direction of the connectors)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Step_up_links (these match are the 9th and 1st link providing a smooth step up to the next row.)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1X Tie_End (you may need to remove links to make this fit to your tie)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce you printed all the needed files, you can assemble \"Fabric 12x12\" and \"Fabric 4x4\" into the segments. Keep all the “Side_Link\" and “Side_Link2” stuck to the plate until you need them. Only pull off the \"Side_link” pieces you need as you need them, so that you can keep them in order. The number of segments you will use depends on the length of tie that you would like to have in the end. You don't have to use a full segment, just play with the “Side_Link” and \"Side_Link2” to make the transition between segments as smooth as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA segment is 10 full rows connected by 9 sub rows. Each segment is increased by +1 column. Also make a Tie end by making a triangle starting with a row of 6 and working down to a single piece (see the image below). The triangle size will vary based on the number of full segments that you use up to 3 full segments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ethe first segment is 3 columns connected to the “Knot_connection”. the second segment is 4 columns. The 3rd segment is 5 columns as seen below: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/makerworld.bblmw.com\/makerworld\/model\/DSM00000000070609\/design\/2023-11-21_9266e271a3f44.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne by one add the “Side_link” and \"Side_Link2\" pieces on opposing sides of the segments starting from the smallest between the first and second rows of the segment, continue on down the column in order of size. This should give the segment a tapered look. Note that there isnt a “Side_Link” between row 9 and 10 for each segment. This will be added at a later step. Also add the “Tie_End” piece to the triangle you created. If you are only going to use two segments note that you will need to remove two opposing pieces within the “Tie_End”. You cant remove the ends it has to be one of the middle pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExample:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/makerworld.bblmw.com\/makerworld\/model\/DSM00000000070609\/design\/2023-11-21_3b8554c284e34.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can now attach the segments to each other. Segment 1 will connect to segment 2. Segment 2 will connect to segment 3. Segment 3 will connect to the triangle or Tie end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExample:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/makerworld.bblmw.com\/makerworld\/model\/DSM00000000070609\/design\/2023-11-21_f8678523634c9.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003eNext add the “Step_up_links” to row 9 and 10 of each of the segments. This should complete the tie other than the knot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExample:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/makerworld.bblmw.com\/makerworld\/model\/DSM00000000070609\/design\/2023-11-21_0582939fc74ef.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove the supports from the Knot and clean up the edges with a xacto knife. Cut a piece of filament about 30mm in length. Attach the \"Knot\" to the \"Knot_Connection\" by pushing the filament through the holes after aligning the two as below. Trim off the excess filament. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/makerworld.bblmw.com\/makerworld\/model\/DSM00000000070609\/design\/2023-11-21_4f13194afd269.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesign by 3dprinting4silvas on MakerWorld (license: BY).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mymadmanlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67396822073648,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/0809\/5280\/files\/0_c1378dde-a439-41be-91f7-8e70209bf47b.png?v=1784854881","url":"https:\/\/mymadmanlab.com\/products\/flexi-tie-v2","provider":"Mymadmanlab.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}