Dynamic Needle Pusher for Ultimate Sweater Machine

This needle pusher has print-in-place sliders for each needle that needs to be pushed into position. This is used on flatbed knitting machines with an 8mm gauge. I printed it with supports only on the printbed but perhaps it would be better with some supports in the slides as well, as long as you can reach the supports to remove them later.

This is a work in progress and as time permits I may upload a revision to address some of the print-in-place portions so they print more cleanly.

I have uploaded 2 versions of the pusher. The first is the original 4mm thickness which I have printed and shown in the photo. I used only 20% infill. The second file has a slightly thicker top part where the slider pegs poke through. I have not printed that thicker version but I think it will be the better option to print as it is a bit more robust.

This is for personal use only and not for commercial use. Thank you.