Monochromatic Scalable or Polychromatic Hand Fan

A hand fan that can be opened and closed

UPDATE: 08/31/2025: 

• parametric file changed, as only one object is exported during download 
• after opening the file in Bambu Studio, separating into objects is now possible

• fits well in a handbag
  • Length: 160mm
• in multiple variations
• the single-color version is parametric
• there is a print profile for each version
  • the red part is painted in the print profile
  • the cherries and flowers are individual objects
  • with 3 pairs of cherries
  • with 4 pairs of cherries
  • with hibiscus
  • single color, scalable
    • print in your favorite color
  • the back is always single-color
• The nut loosens after opening the fan a few times
  • simply tighten again
  • possibly secure with glue 
  • possibly use a metal screw and nut, maximum M6
• Assembly is simple, but requires patience and care

Printing

• Layer height: 1.2
• the “fabric”-like connectors in TPU
  • as soft as possible
    • I used A90
    • A98 is almost too rigid (dark blue)
  • ATTENTION: observe the general recommendations for printing TPU
    • e.g. dry filament well
    • apply glue to the print plate
  • one fabric piece remains as a spare
• the rigid parts in PLA
  • PETG also works, but showed small imperfections on the back
  • the holes must lie at the bottom of the print plate
  • I have provided 9 parts for one fan

Assembly

1. Slide the fabric from the side into the recess of the rigid parts
   • the small protrusions snap into the holes
   • use the tool or another flat object for this
     • the tool may bend, push it straight again
   • requires patience and skill
2. stack the rigid parts with the eyelet on top of each other 
3. secure everything with the screw and nut
4. finished