Bag tag - Key tag

June 6, 2022
Description
This model is only really useful if your name is Nigel, in which case, cool! this is more about the process though. Attached is an OpenSCAD example of the process (remove the .txt extension - c'mon Prusa what have you got against .scad files). This file will not generate the model here as there is a lot more going on, but again, it's about the example.
The process to create the name tag in OpenSCAD is reasonably simple.
- Create your name using a font of your choice (best use one that is simple and does not have any super fine detail. and linear extrude it. This will be your 'inner'.
- Use a large border offset to generate a bigger version of your name, also with linear extrude.
- Use a smaller padding offset to cut out space to put your inner into.
Base thickness and border offsets are all parameters for you to play with. You can also control the size of the text as this version is quite large.
You could print the name face down to a better surface finish facing the viewer. The Hibert curve first layer can add a nice touch in Vanilla or galaxy silver Prusament.
PLA is quite brittle for the abuse this would probably get, so I also added a chunky loop version. Possibly best to print out in PETG, ASA or ABS.
You can use a length of paracord or a key ring loop to tie this to a bag handle. You can also use it for a community key - it beats chaining keys to a breezeblocks.