In my ongoing quest to optimize the Hybrid, I regularly explore 3D model libraries. It has to be said that the creativity of some community members is astounding.
My attention was caught by a brilliant concept I found on makerworld.com. Even though this project has already joined the HYBRID’s 3D printing section, it deserves a closer look. Let’s discover together why it’s so promising!
Carrera Hybrid Bahn Insert/Storage
To begin, here is the link to download .stl files for 3D printing.
https://makerworld.com/fr/models/937438-carrera-hybrid-bahninlay-storage#profileId-934948
These four pieces are two models printed twice, as opposite sides are identical.
The purpose of these pieces is to perfectly secure the track elements in the original CARRERA HYBRID set box. You might ask, “What’s the point? Just put it in the box and it’ll stay put!” Remember, the track surface must remain intact because the car needs to be able to detect the triangles to know exactly where it is. If the pieces move around in the box, it could be damaged.
Fortunately, to avoid this, it’s possible to make spacers that will allow you to perfectly position the curves and straight sections in the box.
As you can see in the photo, the curves can be positioned in either direction.
Before getting to this point, I obviously printed the four components. The components are quite large, and each part took several hours to print on my Ender 3 V2. That day, a large red spool was mounted, and since the Carrera logo is red, I thought it was a good color choice.
It’s simple but effective. I highly recommend these components.
Since I don’t yet have the R2 corners and hairpins, I don’t know if these components will fit in the set; perhaps spacers will be offered in the future.
Good impression and good storage.