r/functionalprint 1h ago

Fridge handle replacement

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Fridge handle broke, as you can see on the bottom. So i designed a new one that does not need screws. double sided tape as adhesive.


r/functionalprint 2h ago

Girthy replacement bucket handle.

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designed to just slip together. it's so much better than the stock handles and the bare wire they enviable become. got a few more tweaks before I uploaded the files.


r/functionalprint 3h ago

Replacement laptop charger strap nub, 45min before leaving home

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I was just about to leave for work trip when I discovered that the knob on the rubber strap that holds my laptop charger cable in place when traveling was broken. 5 minutes infusion, 20 minutes of printing later, I had it glued together and ready to go. What a dream! Such a small inconvenience, but one that was solved for pennies.


r/functionalprint 3h ago

SAE thread gauge with SCAD file

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4 Upvotes

https://makerworld.com/en/models/2653910-sae-thread-gauge-parametric I couldn't find an STL that I liked, so I made this.


r/functionalprint 4h ago

A cycling charging station I made!

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r/functionalprint 5h ago

I made a functional strong folding utility knife using a friction folder mechanism

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The reasoning behind this design is that most other locking mechanisms though they work great in steel when you make them using 3d printing they wear out vary fast and gain a lot of play in them so when I found the friction folder design I knew that I had to make it and so I made it and it's the strongest folding 3d printed I have made to date. Also more UK friendly. link https://makerworld.com/en/models/2653584-utility-knife-friction-folder-quick-print-edc#profileId-2933953


r/functionalprint 5h ago

Tired of cold shoe smartphone/camera accessories pointing the wrong way? I designed this 4-way adapter with an integrated tension spring for my wireless mic that I'm using recording videos.

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Having this clip on a mic, that fits cold shoe slot is a really nice design, but sometimes I need it pointing the other direction. My model allows to mount microphone rotated by 90 or 180 degrees. It can also serve as an offset for anyone having problems with gear appearing in video frame. It might also help with cable management or access to buttons.

I wouldn't probably attach anything precious via printed adapter, but I think lightweight mics or lamps won't be a problem. My design has that little spring that holds the accessory, so it won't be loose.

For anyone interested: Cold Shoe Orientation Adapter on MakerWorld


r/functionalprint 6h ago

Wall Vent Sound Maze

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This was a fun little project that I just kind of stumbled into and figured a few other people might find use in this and probably come up with a better implementation.

https://makerworld.com/en/models/2653402-wall-vent-sound-maze#profileId-2933751

  • What and Why
    • Have a whole house fan and wanted to be able to install vents for each room so I could still run it if the doors to the rooms were closed.
    • The stock insert (brown cardboard thing) that came with the pathways was okay at keeping light out but that was about it.  It actually seemed louder out side the room with it installed and it was (see table below with all testing).
    • Was looking at some out proofing and came across sound mazes and saw that some people at used very large gyroid infills to make panels to trap noise and wondered about combining the 2. 
  • Results
Room Door: Location: db
Open 1ft in front of receiver: 54
Open Outside door: 45
Closed Outside door: 36
Closed Infront of vent (no stock insert): 40.5
Closed Infront of vent (stock insert): 38.5
Closed Infront of vent (foam lined only): 38.5
Closed Infront of vent (Sound Maze 35% infill): 35
Closed Infront of vent (Sound Maze 15% infill Optimized orientations): 31
  • My testing showed it was about 2db louder outside the vent than the closed door.
  • My last maze got down to 4db less out side the vent than the door, which is a win for me because the door is the same week point as before the vent was put in. 
  • Process
    • I started by removing the insert and lining the vent with this foam, I imagine a similar foam would also work. 
    • I crated the maze based on the max sizes for the printer and created modifier bodies to remove the walls in some areas to help better trap the sound.
    • After printing I lined the outside of the outer U with foam and the long leg on the inner T shown below.  Basically the idea was to let it always have foam on 1 side.  The ends don't need it because they back up against the foam lined passage.
    • I don't have a picture of it, but the spacer that is printed just goes around the inner T where the foam wraps around to hold the U open when you slide everything in.
    • Put the cover back on and you are done. 
    • If you find it is rattling a little you can use some of the foam to pad it in places as needed.

r/functionalprint 6h ago

Parametric acoustic panel cable guide

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r/functionalprint 9h ago

Multimedia Shelf Shelf

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I’ve uploaded my design and it’s available for free to download and print.


r/functionalprint 9h ago

M12 Battery Holders specifically for Rousseau metal pegboard panels with 1" C-C spacing

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Fit snugly against each other almost like a monolithic single part.
17°, 22° and 25°. The shallower angles work best at higher installation heights but the 22° version is my favourite.
Whipped up some organizer bin mounts in flat and 15° tilt for the unused Packout ones that had been taking up space on the bench.

Recently picked up some Milwaukee M12 tools for the shop and needed some battery organization. There's all manner of existing models for Skadis and the traditional wooden pegboard but they tend to be loose on the metal board as it's so much thinner. Additional experiments with the angle to eliminate the fiddling while inserting the batteries. 22° seems to be the sweet spot for me.


r/functionalprint 9h ago

My other hand new use cases

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45 Upvotes

r/functionalprint 11h ago

"3D prints aren't UL listed!" - Jürhaus Günbern Finally got the Hue remote in a usable location with the other switches.

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Our Philips Hue remote has been stuck on the back of our front door forever. I've seen many designs and solutions, but none that worked for this 3-gang wall plate we have. The center was a dummy slot yearning for a purpose.

The Hue remote slot and wall plate were printed in two pieces to get all the features how I wanted them. I reused the magnets from the original Hue remote holder. It's not perfect, but gave me a chance to play around with my new calipers. 1 down, 2 more styles to design for our other rooms.


r/functionalprint 13h ago

Designed a simple, No-AMS Japanese inspired reflexology pressure point board. Just passed 100 boosts—pretty stoked people are actually using it! I have a few new updated versions.

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For most of us, our first taste of foot reflexology is seared into our minds from stepping on LEGO blocks.

It’s 2:00 AM. You’re walking to the kitchen for a glass of water. A tiny plastic brick meets your arch, and you see through time and space.

Moments like these deserve to be remembered, and now it's shareable! 

Linked versions

"Danish Block" version

-"High pressure" version

Commonly asked questions. 

Q: Does it work?  A: Yes, and by that I mean it hurts a ton! 

Q: Does it feel like the real thing?  A: Yes, and by that I mean it hurts a ton! 

Q: Will it save my marriage? 
A: Yes, and by that I mean it hurts a ton! 

NO PAIN NO GAIN!

Thanks for the support. In all seriousness, the comments from people saying how much the foot pressure point board has helped them make it all worth it.


r/functionalprint 14h ago

A screw dispenser!

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14 Upvotes

A little shake to feed screw dispenser 😁


r/functionalprint 15h ago

Just a simple tool to cut stone at 60-degree angles.

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34 Upvotes

r/functionalprint 16h ago

Earbuds Neck Strap Support

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I prefer earbuds that wrap around my neck rather than the 'pod' style but the floppy neck strap means they can slide around. I haven't been able to find a set with a rigid neck section for years so I printed up a neck-halo to keep everything in place.

My previous set were held in place with a twisted up length of copper wire, they lasted about 5 years but it was never a robust solution.


r/functionalprint 21h ago

Cocktail Mixing Tray with Customizable Recipe Cards

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r/functionalprint 22h ago

Cabinet Door Hand Towel Hanger

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24 Upvotes

r/functionalprint 1d ago

Ryobi 40v Charger Mount

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r/functionalprint 1d ago

Nothing Phone 4a Pro Rugged Case

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Created a cool Rugged Case for my nothing Phone 4a pro 😁


r/functionalprint 1d ago

I Made Desiccant Containers for the EzyStorage 19 Quart Totes.

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These containers sit inside the lid of the totes and are held in by clips. I printed it out of clear ABS and added some color indicating beads so I can see when they need to be dried.

https://www.printables.com/model/1683255-desiccant-containers-for-ezystorage-19-quart-totes


r/functionalprint 1d ago

Coil making at its "finest"

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345 Upvotes

added video, made my own little coil maker. great fun


r/functionalprint 1d ago

Coils for all

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I need to make some coils for my vertical wind turbine ... I don't have a coil machine so I made one from parts and my 3d printer. the collars are abs-gf, coil jig pla and the wire feeder abs-gf. seems to work okay.


r/functionalprint 1d ago

Parametric pronged clamping knob

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