Originally Posted by
FromMyColdDeadHand
There are ways around the layer issue. I've printed mounts (Spigot to swivel nubbin) for Sinclair tactical bipods and some barrier stops. Those that know me know that I can put massive amounts of pressure leaning into a bipod or stop. The key, I've found, is to use something to reinforce the layer adhesion axis. The layers lay down horizontally, so if I leave straight holes in the vertical as I print, I can then come back and put things like wood screws and glue in carbon fiber tubes to reinforce that weak layer issue.
Use 60% plus infill, three perimeters from a 0.4 nozzle, 0.3 layers and a 1.5 base and top.
I leave the screws a little long on the barrier stops towards the front so that the stop has a little 'bite' to it. Conical head screws can be flush.
Maybe a bit Frankenstien, but it has worked for me. You kind of have to plan the part. That can be an issue, especially if you are using a filament printer with out support and you have to worry about overhangs and such.
I'm traveling this week and don't have much with me. Next week I'll post pics the doo-dads that I've worked up so far.