Scuba Lock Toggle Paracord Weight Keeper for Tec Divers, Sidemount divers
by danielju91 · via Thingiverse
| Format | STL |
| Category | Mechanical |
| License | CC BY-SA |
| Uploaded | Mar 24, 2026 |
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Description
###No more testing every which static lead location needing multiple dives. No more imbalanced finning to keep from rolling side to side! Use this compact paracord weight slider with locking mechanism. ###Introduction Meant to be used for on-the-fly adjustment of trim weight location while scuba diving. Created with single-tank sidemount diving in mind , for compensating for changing roll trim as the tank buoyancy changes throughout the dive, but in theory could also be used while diving dual cylinder sidemount or any tec diving configuration. Can hold even a single 2kg lead in place, but in my experience, 1kg is more than plenty for offsetting a rolling moment caused by single full or empty AL80 tank. ###Intended Use ####Prep Intended to be used with 4mm paracord and bungee Thread a paracord through the middle hole. Tie a bolt snap to each end of the paracord. Use a bungee cord to tie on a lead weight, with or without coating. ####While diving Keep at least one of the bolt snaps clipped to a D-ring at all times (minimize possibility you will accidentally drop the weight and ascend uncontrollably Recommend clipping each bolt snap to two different D-rings, ideally across the body, then using the locking mechanism for fine trim control When wanting to make a larger adjustment, unclip one of the bolt snaps and clip it to a different D-ring first then slide the weight for fine adjustment ###Printing, Adjustment ASA recommended as the part is intended for use in outdoor activity, but verified prints well in PLA as well. Note that the inner parts when printing with ASA may need to be enlarged ~200ms as the parts come out a bit smaller. (FreeCAD document included. Recommend increasing the switch round section radius to 10.2mm and the clamp length to 42mm for ASA printing) Additionally, the length of the pressing protrusion of the switch can be adjusted to vary the force applied when locked. Images show a PLA print at 15% infill for testing and final ASA print at 100% infill. As this is a small item, even at 100% infill, the filament usage is pretty small Demo video: https://youtu.be/36XrSdNFH2I
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