Clearances
This page includes the clearances you need when printing with ABS, they have been tested for shrikage and turn out to be the best “general” settings for everyone to print without any clearance issues.
Bolt clearances
M3 hardware
| Type | Fit | Hole | Counterbore | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIN918 | Lose | 3.3mm | 6mm | N/A |
| DIN918 | Tight | 3.2mm | 5.8mm | N/A |
| DIN934 (nut) | Lose | 5.8mm | N/A | 2.6mm |
| DIN934 (nut) | Tight | 5.7mm | N/A | 2.6mm |
M5 hardware
| Type | Fit | Hole | Counterbore | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIN918 | Lose | 5.3mm | 9mm | N/A |
| DIN918 | Tight | 5.2mm | 8.8mm | N/A |
| DIN934 (nut) | Lose | 8.3mm | N/A | 4.2mm |
| DIN934 (nut) | Tight | 8.2mm | N/A | 4.2mm |
Heat inserts
| Type | Size | Hole | Counterbore | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heat set threaded inserts | M3 X D5.0 X L4.0 | 4.7mm | N/A | 4.1mm |