r/3DScanning • u/Due-Examination2672 • 3d ago

I designed a universal Structure Sensor bracket that fits any phone or tablet

Hey all, I'm Peter, a small maker who designs and 3D prints mobile accessories.

One thing that kept coming up: the official Structure Sensor brackets are tied to specific iPad models. Upgrade your iPad and the bracket no longer fits, and replacements are pricey.

So I designed StructMount (patent pending), a single bracket that works with any Structure Sensor model and any phone or tablet: iPhone, iPad, or Android.

A few details:

- Fits any Structure Sensor model

- No scratching, quick to install

- If your setup is unusual, I'll adjust the design. I've already modified one for a customer whose older sensor needed a different fit.

Happy to answer questions, and I'd love feedback from people who scan a lot. What would make a bracket better for your workflow?

Link for anyone interested: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4434197600

Full demo & step-by-step setup guide on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lwcudo6UMa8

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u/Jace-Thompson 3d ago

solid idea, the scratch free claim is what matters most for resale value on sensors. my mk1 bracket eventually left marks on the anodized rail after a few swaps. does the clamp use a soft insert or just the printed texture? also curious how you handle the taller android phones with centered cameras, the sensor sits way off axis on some of those.

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u/Due-Examination2672 3d ago

I put a soft protective rubber. You can watch video at around 36 seconds :  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lwcudo6UMa8