Summary

The rod for my Away suitcase's compression pad snapped so I needed a way to fix it. I tried tape and glue but that wasn't enough because the rod goes through a lot of stress as it's bent. So I made a quick tube in CAD that would connect the two ends of the broken rod.

I was able to print this without a brim, but you may need one depending on your bed adhesion. The inner wall is meant to be a tight fit, so it will take some force to get in there, but once it's in, the friction will keep it in place.

Print Settings

Rafts:

No

                                            <p class="detail-setting supports"><strong>Supports: </strong>                     <div><p>No</p></div></p>                                                                                <p class="detail-setting resolution"><strong>Resolution: </strong>                     <div><p>0.2 mm</p></div></p>                                                                                <p class="detail-setting infill"><strong>Infill: </strong>                     <div><p>100%</p></div></p>                                                    <strong>Filament:</strong> Overture PLA                Black                    <br>                        <p class="detail-setting notes"><strong>Notes: </strong>                    </p><div><p>Print at a higher temperature and use all walls to maximize strength</p></div>

Away Suitcase Compression Pad Rod Connector

Away Suitcase Compression Pad Rod Connector

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