35 mm film leader trimming template — 3D-printable model preview

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35 mm film leader trimming template

Cut a correct leader on 35 mm film

After pulling the leader out of a bulk-loaded or rescued cassette, lay the film against the template and cut round the tongue: the leader gets the exact half-width shape and rounded tip that camera take-up spools need to grab it.

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Size: 142 × 50 × 7 mm
Shape: Custom outline
Walls: 2.0 mm
Volume: 7.5 cm³
Est. weight (PLA): 9.2 g
Parts to print: 1
Category: Photography & film
Made by: Krypto
Built in: 4 steps

What’s in it

Custom outline, 142 × 50 × 7 mm, with 2.0 mm walls
Custom outline traced from a shape

How to print it

Prints flat as a plate, no supports.

Filament: at most about 9.2 g of PLA printed solid (roughly $0.18 at $20 per kg); normal infill uses less.

To get the files, open it in the generator and choose File › Download STL (one file per part) or Download 3MF (every part on one plate).

Questions

What size is the 35 mm film leader trimming template model?

The 35 mm film leader trimming template model measures 142 × 50 × 7 mm (width × depth × height). You can change every size in the free SO3D.xyz generator before you download it.

Does it need supports?

No. Prints flat as a plate, no supports.

How much filament does it use?

At most about 9.2 g of PLA (7.5 cm³ printed solid), roughly $0.18 of filament at $20 per kg. Normal infill uses less.

Can I change it?

Yes. Open it in the SO3D.xyz generator (free, in your browser), change the size, walls, dividers, holes, text or anything else, then download it as STL or 3MF for your slicer.

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Make it fit your space

Change the size, walls, dividers, holes and labels of the 35 mm film leader trimming template model in your browser, then download it for your printer. Free, no CAD needed.

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