Pen Microscope Holder and Rail system

I have a pen microscope that is real pain to use because you have to keep it at an exact distance for it to focus.
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updated January 22, 2022

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I have a pen microscope that is real pain to use because you have to keep it at an exact distance for it to focus correctly. So I designed a holder and rail system to aid me.

The holder keeps it the correct distance from what ever you are examining and the rails allow you to scan over a section of the part.

The Rail system snaps together like puzzle pieces so you can extend the rails as far as you need. The rails are separated by at least 2 pieces or more to make sure they are the correct distance apart. More can be added if you need stability.

I will be making the 3D files available after I'm done tweaking the design. I can also print one for you if you want one and don't have a 3D printer.

The Microscope I have is similar to this one (Made by the same company):

https://www.amazon.com/Opti.../dp/B00PEZ3GMK/ref=sr_1_30...

Made a quick video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7tZSpN-qZA

It's a snap together design.  If the Microscope spins too much in the holder, you can do like I did and add a touch of Hot Glue to keep it from spinning.

The only part that needed support was the Microscope Cross Bar.  Everything else was printed without supports.   I printed the parts in Hatchbox PLA with a layer height of 0.3.

Updated: 

Added different size legs and tweaked the body.

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