Flexi Mini Manta Ray - Flapping Fins

Free for personal use! For commercial license, check the Extra service section.

"Silent wings across the deep -- the gentle giant now fits in the palm of your hand🐋"

Articulated Mini Manta Ray -- a compact, palm-sized flexi model inspired by the graceful Giant Oceanic Manta Ray. Pull the tail and watch the fins flap up and down -- bringing this gentle giant to life right in your hands. The free version features an extra hinge in the middle of each wing, creating an even smoother, more fluid flapping motion.

No supports needed. No assembly required!

--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🐋 What makes this model special:

- Pull-the-tail fin mechanism -- tug the articulated tail and both pectoral fins flap up and down via a built-in cam, recreating the manta's graceful swimming motion

- Extra wing hinges -- the free version includes an additional hinge in the middle of each wing for smoother, more lifelike flapping

- Flexible articulated tail -- bends and poses freely, just like traditional flexi models

- Compact palm-sized body with satisfying flexibility and smooth articulation

*Tip: After printing, the tail cylinder may feel stiff at first. Slide it back and forth several times to loosen the movement. If the fins still feel tight after repeated sliding, the cam behind the fins may have minor print artifacts -- lightly sand the cam area to smooth the motion.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🖨️ Recommended Print Settings:

- Nozzle: 0.4mm

- Layer Height: 0.2mm

- Infill: 15-20%

- Outer Wall Speed: 30mm/s

- Supports: None

- Brim type: No-brim

- Material: PLA

⚠️ Do not use supports or brim. The model is designed as print-in-place. Supports will damage the joints.

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--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 💎 Extra service "Commercial Version" Available! The full version includes:

- Commercial license for selling 3D prints

- Multiple pattern variations -- Giant Oceanic Manta Ray markings, Black Manta, and more

- 3 types -- fidget toy, keychain (mouse ring), keychain (fin ring)

- Stand and Keychain Stand accessories

- Standalone STL files

Cults / Etsy / MMF

--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 💰 Commercial Use FAQ: Q: Can I sell prints of the free version? A: No. The free version is for personal use only and cannot be used for commercial purposes.

Q: How can I get a commercial license? A: Purchase the commercial version on Cults, Etsy, or MMF. The commercial version includes a license for selling 3D prints.